I put water in the filter box and when I turn on the filter water is not circulating thru the chlorinator as if there is a blockage. I have cleaned both the areas and th skimmer basket and the basket to the filter are both clean. I have tried the waste cycle and the water is not escaping. Its very frustration as I generally use half a bucket to get it going and its now not going. Please help Regards Paul P
The sand filter wont make a pool green this happens a s a result of algae.
Nothing if its a sand filter However if sand is coming into the pool from the filter then you may have to replace one ore more laterals in the sand filter as they have worn and are letting sand through to the pool,
If you have a sand filter the laterals in it may be starting to show signs of wear these wil blow sand from the sand filter into the pool when they wear out.
It could damage the internal PVC of the filter and cause sand to get in your pool.
If you are getting sand coming into the pool and have a sand filter you may have to replace worn laterals in the sand filter.
No.
Your filter will tell you on the side of it how much media sand to put in it.
Yes, it just depends on what kind of sand it is
One of the lateral returns inside of your sand filter may have snapped. When that happens, it can send sand out of your returns. Have your local pool place repair your sand filter.
No, sharp sand and pool filter sand are not the same. Sharp sand, also known as concrete sand, has larger, angular particles and is often used in construction and landscaping. Pool filter sand, on the other hand, is specifically graded silica sand designed for use in swimming pool filtration systems, providing effective filtration due to its uniform particle size and smooth texture. Using the wrong type can affect pool water clarity and filtration efficiency.
Sand often returns to the pool after vacuuming due to a few common reasons. It may be trapped in the filter and released back into the pool when the pump is turned back on. Additionally, if there are leaks in the pool's filter system, sand can bypass the filter and re-enter the pool. Lastly, improper vacuuming techniques or settings can also contribute to sand not being effectively removed.
There wont be any dirt under the sand. When you vacuum your pool you should do it on filter mode Otherwise you will lose a lot of water for nothing, this would be especially wasteful in the case of a salt water pool. Ofter having vacuumed the pool on filter mode and if the pressure gets too high backwash. after backwash rinse for a minute, then return to filter.