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Thanks for the reply. The part I have labeled dead end appears to be a pvc cap of some sort. I will vacuum it out just to make sure, though. I installed an automatic vacuum yesterday and wow what a difference!

Hey guys, complete pool noob here. I've got the chemicals set up and all within normal ranges, which is great, but now I'm trying to tackle some other issues with the pool: Pool lights don't work. we have a breaker that is constantly tripped and we believe that it's the one for the pool lights. Two pool lights. A new flat roof was installed just prior to purchasing the home so I'm wondering if the pool lights are on the same circuit as the outside ceiling fans, which are also dead at the moment. alternatively there may be a short in one of the assemblies causing the whole thing to short. Not sure what to do about skimmer assembly. The pool area is enclosed (pictures below), and the enclosure frame blocks the skimmer top. It's been like this for a long time i suspect, since the top is cut in such a way you can open the uncovered portion. Do I need a skimmer basket in here, or anything else in there for that matter? If so, is there a flexible solution that can be squeezed in there? Air bubbles in two of my jets. No sign of leaks, pool level has not been an issue, and water seepage anywhere. Once I hooked up the pool vacuum, I What gives? Just bought an automatic pool vacuum. I just hook it up to the skimmer intake, right? This is what I bought.. I'd really appreciate some help with some of these issues. HERE IS A PHOTO ALBUM OF THE SETUP