0
It sounds like either your valve is not set completely to "filter" or your valve's seals are degrading. If the valve is completely set to "filter", then either replace the valve, or plug the end of the backwash hose.
Here's a good place to look for new backwash filters: http://www.swiftpoolsupplies.com/category/product-list/backwash-valves
Wiki User
∙ 14y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
How do you backwash cartidge filter?
Take the cartridge out and hose it off
How do you backwash a regular pool not a de or sand?
Backwashing is done to clean the filter media in sand and DE systems. Cartridge filter systems don't have a "backwash" provision. You just remove the cartridges and wash off the dirt and debris with a hose.
Why is the pool pressure gauge so high?
Depending on the type of filter it needs to be cleaned or backwashed. Cartridge filter: Hose off. If pressure does not go down buy new cartridges Sand filter: Backwash, if pressure does not go down replace sand DE filter: Backwash, if pressure does not go down remove element from tank and hose off and or acid wash. Also... always make sure you gauge is working
What are each of these settings for on the filter- filter backwash recirc waste closed and rinse?
Filter setting intakes pool water through the skimmer, sends it through the filter (then heater, if any) and back into the pool. Backwash sends pool water through the filter in reverse and dumps the water out for cleaning purposes. In my experience if pool servicing is overdue you may need to backwash several times, running the filter setting a minute or two (without adding DE) in between each backwash. The filter is not really clean until the water runs clear. Recirculate is a round robin water voyage from skimmer to return port bypassing the filter if the pool is piped for this feature. Waste dumps water from the skimmer without going through the filter. Closed prevents water from entering the filter tank and should not be used with the pump running. It is for winterizing and servicing only. Some pools are piped so that the closed setting is used when vacumming the pool (with pump running). Most pools are piped so that the closing off of water from the filter is accomplished by turning a valve on one of the water lines. Rinse: Runs water through the filter in the normal direction and out the waste hose. This helps the sand to compact back down or the DE to settle back into the mesh before you start cycling back into the pool.
Water leaks at the bottom of 1996 98 olds.Replaced bypass heater hose and water pump still leaks at the bottom of car.?
Need to replace the water pump.
How do you backwash your pool without the water going into a neighbor's yard?
Redirect to the street via PVC pipe or "discharge hose" if codes permit. Redirect to a sewer line. With the latter you must be careful that the waste water from the filter does not overflow into the toilet or bath tub or shower.
How does backwash work?
On your typical sand filter the water basically goes in through your multi-port valve and works down through your silicat sand (Filter median) and into your laterals to your pool or spa. During backwash, the water is taken from your spa and ran through your laterals first and agitating the silicate (filter median) and pulls most of the "waste" that was trapped by your filter and flushes it out through your drain hose off your multi-port valve. This does two things, one of which was mentioned prior and the other is that it agitates the sand in the tank and removes any channels that have been bored from water being pulled down from the top. It cleans the filter median as well as gives a reguvinated filter without pitting or "worm holes". You can also use a cleaner that you put into the skimmer basket and shut off the main drain lines and backwash as normal. This helps remove some of the soaps and fats that are attached to the filter median and don't get agitated loose through normal backwash.
Leaks water under carpet 98 blazer?
check the air conditioner hose.
What is the proper way to vacuum a pool?
Start by brushing any debris towards the main drain in the bottom of the pool. Next, connect the vacuum head to the telescopic pole and the vacuum hose to the skimmer or designated vacuum port. Submerge the vacuum head and slowly move it across the pool floor in a systematic pattern to ensure thorough cleaning. Remember to empty the pump basket and clean the filter afterwards.
Do you plug in a hose somewhere before setting to back wash an in ground pool?
Notnormally You may have to top up the water a bit because the back wash process tends to lower the water level of the pool a bit bit no hoses need to be plugged in anywhere as the backwash system is part of the filtration set up. Below I have put in backwash instructions---- back-washing a sand filter sand filter with amultiport valve # Turn of the pump# while pressing down on valve handle, turn it from the FILTER to the BACKWASH position # start the pump # usually there is a clear bubble on or near the multiport valve. it shows the condition of the water. at first the water in it will look dirty when it clears up, turn of the pump.# Turn multiport valve handle to RINSE and Run it rinse for about 30 seconds seconds. # Turn off the pump then move the multiport valve handle to FILTER position # Turn pump back on and note lower pressure. ----Back washing a D.E. filter with a multiport valve; # Turn of the pump# while pressing down on valve handle, turn it from the FILTER to the BACKWASH position # Start the pump# Let the water run for 2 - 3 minutes or until it runs clear. Turn of the pump.# Turn multiport valve handle to RINSE and Run it rinse for about 5 to10 seconds. Turn of the pump.# Move the handle to BACKWASH. Turn on pump again until water runs clear. do this about 3 - 4 times, going from backwash to rinse, Backwash & Rinse, to ensure a thorough backwash. # Turn of the motor and move multiport valve handle back to the FILTER position # Turn pump back on# Add 1 lb D.E. powder per 10 sq ft of filter area. Check on the filter tank. ----
How difficult is it to identify and repair a leaky hose?
If you use water or garden hoses, then identifying a leaky hose is not difficult. All you have to do is seal the output end of the hose with a sprayer or cap and turn on the water. You will usually find the leaks as you will see water spraying out somewhere in the middle of the hose. Repairing a leaky hose is not too difficult. You can duct tape or electrical tape to seal the leaking parts of the hose. Please not that this a temporary solution and you should probably purchase a new hose if your does spring leaks.
Should any water be coming out of the backwash hose when it's recirculating?
No, it should not during recirculate or filter. Usually when this happens the gasket under the valve assembly has loosened and unseated and if you take the cover off (screws) you can easily replace the gasket or push it back into place.
