Is this a filter?

Originally Posted By: dmacy
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Thanks

Dave


Originally Posted By: bking
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It may be called a filter but I doubt if it catches anything small.


Its there for safety reasons mostly due to the suction.


Originally Posted By: jfeig
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Its called a strainer. Besides safety concerns the inlet to any pump should be protected by a strainer to catch particles and hair.


Originally Posted By: pkelley
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Helps keep hair or wash cloths away from the motor


Originally Posted By: bkelly2
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Also prevents hickeys