0
What else can I help you with?
Why is it important to rinse a sand filter after backwashing?
Because dirt and small sand will pass through the filter the first time it is run after backwashing. By rinsing you are sending that debris, which could cloud your pool, out of the backwash port instead of back into the pool.
Why is the zeolite in my hayward filter getting in my above ground swimming pool?
Zeolite is lighter than sand and smaller than sand. It can get past the laterals and backwash out easier. When backwashing some of it will be in the valve. Rinsing will remove some of it but some will go to the pool.
Why is your pool continually going back to green after shocking?
If your pool filter is blowing green back into the pool, it indicates a problem with the filtration system and you need to change your filter promptly. If you're unsure about the best course of action yourself, it's recommended to consult a pool professional who can provide personalised advice and assistance based on your specific situation and we can help you with it. You can visit our website for the best solution possible.
Why is distilled water used in rinsing filter paper?
Distilled water is used in rinsing filter paper because it is free of impurities and contaminants. This ensures that the filter paper is not contaminated during the rinsing process, which could affect the results of the filtration. Using distilled water helps maintain the purity and integrity of the filter paper and the substances being filtered.
What do the different settings on a pool pump do?
Generally a pool pump "if it has settings" are either fast or slow. if it is the seatings on the top of the sand filter that are referred to these indicate what will happen with the water when it is on that settings. egfilter Refers to the water going through the filerbackwash Refers to the dirt being removed from the filter to wasterinse Refers to rinsing cloudy water out of the filter to waste after backwashrecirculate Refers to recirculating the water without filtrationwaste refers to running the water to wasteclosed
How often should I clean my pool?
The cleaning schedules varies from filter to filter, but a general guideline on any swimming pool filter is to take a reading when the filter is clean, then clean the pool filter when the pressure rises about 10 psi.
How much de do you need for a 18x36 inground pool filter?
The amount of DE (diatomaceous earth) needed for an 18x36 inground pool filter typically ranges from 1 to 2 pounds per square foot of the filter's surface area. To determine the exact amount, check the filter's specifications, as they often indicate the recommended DE amount. Generally, an 18x36 pool may require about 4 to 6 pounds of DE, depending on the filter model. Always consult your filter's manual for precise guidelines.
Where does the water come from when backwashing a pool filter?
From the pool
Difference of a pool skimmer and pool filter?
A pool skimmer is generally built into the side of or around the top of a swimming pool in order to skim debris from the surface of the water. A pool filter is built into the plumbing in order to filter fine debris from the water itself.
Pool Filter?
form_title=Pool Filter form_header=Pool service professionals are available to help you with all of your pool filtration needs. Are you having problems with the filtration system of your pool?*= () Yes () No Do you need a pool filter installed?*= () Yes () No Is your pool above ground or in ground?*= () Above ground () In ground Is your pool a chlorine or salt water pool?*= () Chlorine () Salt water
Is Salt filter better than DE filter for pool?
Salt is not a filter, it is added to pool water to allow a chlorine generator to operate.
Will a salt water pool be cloudy if you live around a lot of trees?
Not necessarily. It is cloudy because you have not cleaned the filter, added the proper amounts of chemicals, filtered long enough, added too much algaecide or other chemicals, over use - too many people in the pool, not rinsing yourself off before entering the pool -- all of the above and more..... k
