My Auto-Fill Is Running Constantly....Why?



My Auto-Fill Is Running Constantly……Why?
Swimming Pool Auto-Fills or Automatic Water Levelers
  
The Pool Auto-Fill is an automatic pool water leveler, designed to maintain the optimum water level in pools, spas and fountains. They are more commonly used in the warmer areas like our valley to maintain the proper water level in the pool even in hot weather when water evaporates quickly from the pool. They are used to add frequent make-up water.
Automatic pool fillers have been around for a long time.  The poolside canister design has not changed that much over time.  Most use a float system (similar to that used in most common toilet tanks) to maintain the proper height of water in the pool to keep the pump and motor from running dry and burning out. (very important!)

Leaking Pool Auto-Fill?
Leaks can occur in several places in a pool auto-fill, and cause loss of large amounts of water. The cylinder or bucket can crack. If an autofill valve begins to malfunction, it can leak out through the overflow line or around the lid.
The leaks of larger concern and consequence are those around the incoming water supply line and the outgoing pool equalizer line. Movement in the ground (or pool) can crack pipes or fittings, leading to underground leaks. In severe cases you may want to abandon the one you have and replace it with a new canister, floats, and lines.

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