How long to run a above ground pool filter pump?

Answer 1

I run my pump three times a day early in the morning mid day and in the evening I do this so that the surface of the water is skimmed before most of the dirt and dust has the opportunity to sink before it is skimmed. This method makes even more sense if you are using a floating skimmer. if you are using automatic pool vac it is a good way to prevent blockages as a result of overloading.

Answer 2

I have good results running my filter for two hours after midnight (power rates are lower in my area from 10 pm to 6 am) and twice during the day. I use a timer and try to hit when my kids are in the pool or just left it because the water/debris is all stired up then. I still clean the pool with a manual vacuum twice a week.

Answer 3

It depends on how you deal with algae - if you use a floatron or similar device which cleans the water using mineral oxidation, then you only need to run the pump for a couple of hours a day, just enough to add a trace of chlorine and to filter debris from the pool. It also depends on how much use the pool has - oils and sunscreen will make the water cloudy, as will lots of rain, so you may need to add a little more chlorine or run the pump for a bit longer for a few days until the water is clear again.

Answer 4

I have a above ground pool from wal-mart 15 foot round 4 foot deep metal frame. How many hours a day should I run the filter pump?

Also can I buy a more powerfull pump that want tear the pool up?

Answer 5

I run mine at the hotest time of the day , ie 2 pm,

Answer 6

The important thing here is , you have to see when the water comes to the tank. Then only can you put the pump on.