Take the mutiport controls of the top of the unit. This will allow you to see inside where the sand is. The easiest way to remove the sand is to get a venturi pump these go on the end of the garden hose and use the taps water to suck the sand out of the filer housing. (ask your pool shop about this device) Once the filter is empty replace the sand with whatever you want to throw in there. Screw the multiport back on and you are done
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The Hayward S244T sand filter is designed to use #20 silica sand, which is the standard sand type for pool filters. It is important to use the recommended type of sand to ensure optimal performance and filtration in your pool system.
Depending on what type of filter you have. For example, a Hayward S180 uses 150lbs of sand, S244 uses 300lbs. This information is provided on the sticker that is located on the tank of the filter.
of course. you should change your sand every 8-10 years. use a shop vac to get it out.
My Hayward sand filter doesn't have a liner. I just add the sand to the pressure vessel.
Sand Andre Pro 50 is a better filter game than the Hayward VL40T32 VL.
If, and only if, the horsepowers are the same and the fittings are the same size, yes. Don't change the horsepower of your pump without changing your filter without consulting a professional.
Filter, winter, closed, backwash, rinse, waste
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We have had a Hayward for 33 yrs.--we also changed to Zeobrite (instead of sand) It is wonderful.
The Hayward S-240 sand filter requires roughly 300-350 pounds of silica sand for proper operation. It is important to consult the manufacturer's guidelines for your specific filter model to determine the exact amount of sand needed.
Depending on the size of the pool and the size of the filter and the amount of times you have to backwash, also if you have had a lot of rain then you may need to backwash more than usual. If you put the pool in and the filter and you know how old the sand is, if you are backwashing more than usual,change the sand. Also before you backwash check the pressure of the water going back into the pool, then backwash check the pressure again the pressure should for any size hayward pump push your hand away if it does not then change your sand.