how to clean a swimming pool sand filter
Keeping the sand filter in the pool clean and proper chemical balance is necessary for having clear pool water.
Keeping the pool filter clean also extends the life of the pool pump, pipe and filter sand itself.
Dirty or clogged pool filters increase the working load of the pool pump and increase the pressure in the pipe, which can cause pipe failure, leakage and pump burn out.
Not to mention the dirty filters will leave more dirt and debris in your pool.
The filter pressure gauge is the best indicator to measure the effectiveness of the pool sand filter.
The meter is either on or near the filter housing.
Every time the pressure is increased by 8 to 10 psi (
Pounds per square inch)
Start with the baseline established when the back of the sand filter ladder is washed clean.
How often you need to clean the pool sand filter depends on many factors, such as whether your pool is screened, how long your swimming season is, and if there are trees near the pool, or even if there are buildings in the area that add dust and dirt to the air.
Whenever you serve your filter, you should follow the manufacturer\'s instructions that come with your sand filter.
If you do not have instructions from the manufacturer because they have been lost, misplaced, or the pool and filters are there when you move into your home, don\'t despair, most companies provide instruction manuals that can be downloaded from their websites or provided by mail.
If the following instructions are not available, they are generic in nature and will apply to most sand filtration units.
You need something to backflush the hose step 1A backflush the hose to determine if your sand filter has a multi-position handle or slide valve, and then clean the filter by following the second or third steps below.
Rinse the hose after Step 2A to determine if your sand filter has a multi-position handle or slide valve, and then clean the filter by following the second or third steps below.
If your sand filter has a multi-position handle, power off first.
Then, open the pressure reproduction valve to release the system pressure, rinse the hose after sticking out, and turn the valve handle (
Need to press some handle or pull up sleeve or some other release to turn handle)
From filter to counter wash.
Turn on the power and rinse for about 5 minutes or until the water is clear.
Power off again.
Turn the valve to the flush position, turn the power back on and rinse for 15 seconds.
Turn off the power and repeat the process 2 or 3 times.
When the flushing process is completed, make sure the power is off, turn the ladder handle to the filter position, turn off the pressure reproduction valve and turn the power back on.
Pay attention to the pressure level.
Rinse the hose after Step 3A to determine if your sand filter has a multi-position handle or slide valve, and then clean the filter by following the second or third steps below.
If your sand filter has a multi-position handle, power off first.
Then, open the pressure reproduction valve to release the system pressure, rinse the hose after sticking out, and turn the valve handle (
Need to press some handle or pull up sleeve or some other release to turn handle)
From filter to counter wash.
Turn on the power and rinse for about 5 minutes or until the water is clear.
Power off again.
Turn the valve to the flush position, turn the power back on and rinse for 15 seconds.
Turn off the power and repeat the process 2 or 3 times.
When the flushing process is completed, make sure the power is off, turn the handle to the filter position, turn off the pressure reproduction valve and turn the power back on.
Pay attention to the pressure level.
If you have a filter with a slide valve, do the following: turn off the power supply, flush the hose after extension, screw the T handle and pull up to unlock the piston.
Turn on the power and run for about 5 minutes or until the water flows out of the rear flush hose.
Power off;
Return the T handle to its original position.
Turn on the power ladder and note the pressure level.
Keeping the sand filter in the pool clean and proper chemical balance is necessary to have a clear pool.
Tips and warnings generally people who work in a nearby pool supply store can help you with the steps to clean the pool filter.
They are usually a good source of information in your area.
For your health and safety, always keep the balance of chemicals.
This together with a clean filter will add to the fun of swimming
Keeping the pool filter clean also extends the life of the pool pump, pipe and filter sand itself.
Dirty or clogged pool filters increase the working load of the pool pump and increase the pressure in the pipe, which can cause pipe failure, leakage and pump burn out.
Not to mention the dirty filters will leave more dirt and debris in your pool.
The filter pressure gauge is the best indicator to measure the effectiveness of the pool sand filter.
The meter is either on or near the filter housing.
Every time the pressure is increased by 8 to 10 psi (
Pounds per square inch)
Start with the baseline established when the back of the sand filter ladder is washed clean.
How often you need to clean the pool sand filter depends on many factors, such as whether your pool is screened, how long your swimming season is, and if there are trees near the pool, or even if there are buildings in the area that add dust and dirt to the air.
Whenever you serve your filter, you should follow the manufacturer\'s instructions that come with your sand filter.
If you do not have instructions from the manufacturer because they have been lost, misplaced, or the pool and filters are there when you move into your home, don\'t despair, most companies provide instruction manuals that can be downloaded from their websites or provided by mail.
If the following instructions are not available, they are generic in nature and will apply to most sand filtration units.
You need something to backflush the hose step 1A backflush the hose to determine if your sand filter has a multi-position handle or slide valve, and then clean the filter by following the second or third steps below.
Rinse the hose after Step 2A to determine if your sand filter has a multi-position handle or slide valve, and then clean the filter by following the second or third steps below.
If your sand filter has a multi-position handle, power off first.
Then, open the pressure reproduction valve to release the system pressure, rinse the hose after sticking out, and turn the valve handle (
Need to press some handle or pull up sleeve or some other release to turn handle)
From filter to counter wash.
Turn on the power and rinse for about 5 minutes or until the water is clear.
Power off again.
Turn the valve to the flush position, turn the power back on and rinse for 15 seconds.
Turn off the power and repeat the process 2 or 3 times.
When the flushing process is completed, make sure the power is off, turn the ladder handle to the filter position, turn off the pressure reproduction valve and turn the power back on.
Pay attention to the pressure level.
Rinse the hose after Step 3A to determine if your sand filter has a multi-position handle or slide valve, and then clean the filter by following the second or third steps below.
If your sand filter has a multi-position handle, power off first.
Then, open the pressure reproduction valve to release the system pressure, rinse the hose after sticking out, and turn the valve handle (
Need to press some handle or pull up sleeve or some other release to turn handle)
From filter to counter wash.
Turn on the power and rinse for about 5 minutes or until the water is clear.
Power off again.
Turn the valve to the flush position, turn the power back on and rinse for 15 seconds.
Turn off the power and repeat the process 2 or 3 times.
When the flushing process is completed, make sure the power is off, turn the handle to the filter position, turn off the pressure reproduction valve and turn the power back on.
Pay attention to the pressure level.
If you have a filter with a slide valve, do the following: turn off the power supply, flush the hose after extension, screw the T handle and pull up to unlock the piston.
Turn on the power and run for about 5 minutes or until the water flows out of the rear flush hose.
Power off;
Return the T handle to its original position.
Turn on the power ladder and note the pressure level.
Keeping the sand filter in the pool clean and proper chemical balance is necessary to have a clear pool.
Tips and warnings generally people who work in a nearby pool supply store can help you with the steps to clean the pool filter.
They are usually a good source of information in your area.
For your health and safety, always keep the balance of chemicals.
This together with a clean filter will add to the fun of swimming
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