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Big filter problem

by billy bad » Fri 05 Aug, 2011 11:40

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We have been having this problem for about 2yrs. We have changed our sand in the filter, brushed down walls and bottom to center of pool and then...

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Try this; The next time, when you vacuum on 'waste', skip the backwash and rinse steps entirely. Just move it over to 'filter'.

The next day, do the...

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Fri 05 Aug, 2011 23:33
Question about booster pump plumbing

by jgrover » Wed 16 Jun, 2010 14:56

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Most documentation I've read says to plumb the booster pump on the pool return side AFTER the pool/spa diverter valve and AFTER the heater. That is,...

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water pressure problem is really a bog problem .Total home water pressure booster pump is a solution for it.
It will increase the pressure and give...

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Fri 05 Aug, 2011 14:21
DE filter pressure builds 15 pounds in couple of hours

by jdmnyc » Mon 01 Aug, 2011 21:27

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I have 72SF DE filter which had a bad grid that I just replaced. Went thru 50 lbs of DE previously and now realize that most or all of that went into...

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Too much yucky stuff in the pool gumming up the grids very rapidly and building up pressure rapidly. Oils and sap will gum up filter grids making...

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Thu 04 Aug, 2011 04:05
How To Bench Test A Hayward Super Pump After I rebuild It?

by coollx » Sun 31 Jul, 2011 18:52

At the beginning of this swimming pool season I replaced my 15 year old Hayward 1 hp superpump because it wouldn't prime and create a vacuum. I...

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Sun 31 Jul, 2011 18:52
The most strangest problem ;(

by uzishotz » Thu 21 Jul, 2011 20:53

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hello everyone, I am new to the forums. I didnt clean my pool for like 3 weeks and now when I go to clean it the water level is lower. So I let the...

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This is. Strange problem, could be a problem with pump, filter, or multi-port valve. Sadly the best this I can suggest for. Problem this bizarre is...

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Last post by Fltech
Thu 28 Jul, 2011 22:03
High backpressure when valve is at recurculate position

by Cassou129 » Sun 03 Jul, 2011 22:31

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Hi
I have an ingroundpool (14x28x5) with a 250sand filter and 1.5hp pump. Pipes are1.5 in
The backpressure when the valve is at recurcukate is at...

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Before you start changing the pump around there is one thing that is off. You said the filter PSI gauge was showing 23# when in recirculate. This...

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Thu 28 Jul, 2011 21:58
DE in pool after every filter stop/start
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by Mark_D_Shark » Sat 02 Sep, 2006 14:27

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I have a DE filter system with a multiport valve. Every time I shut the filter off, when I start it up again clouds of DE come out of the return line...

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DE in the pool is a result of one of two things, either a bad multi-port valve or a leak inside the filter (grid, inlet elbow o-ring, top grid...
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Thu 28 Jul, 2011 21:30
Filter & Pump Problems After Attaching Vacuum Hose

by e4yoli » Fri 15 Jul, 2011 16:13

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I have an inground pool with a d.e filter. The pool was very dirt after this winter. I vacuumed several times and backwashed with no problem. I...

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Another possibility is the hose you are using to vac is clogged (stick or twig lodged on hose). Depending on what type of filter you might need to...

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Thu 28 Jul, 2011 21:10
Need help with astral top mount valve backwash/waste setting

by gmambrose » Sat 23 Jul, 2011 10:05

Hello, We have recently had to replace our topmount valve from a proline filter because the old one broke. The handle that changes the settings broke...

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Sat 23 Jul, 2011 10:05
low flow low pressure in ground pool

by daveremi » Sat 04 Mar, 2006 19:08

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Was told motor bearings were bad. Have replaced motor but still have the same problem. This is a Hayward Cartridge filter and pump. Have run a garden...

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When I vac, I too get much debris getting to the filter basket and beyond. I now use cover my skimmer basket with a woman's nylon stocking . . ....

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Mon 18 Jul, 2011 19:21
Can i use 1 pump for 2 filter

by mikelui » Sun 17 Jul, 2011 07:07

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Plannig to build an inground pool at our property.
and i wanna be the gen.contractor to save money. size would be 300 sq.meter.
5 ft. deep ,...

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thank you so much for the answer.. thats one big help for me..

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Mon 18 Jul, 2011 04:59
QUIET pool pumps?
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by mds54 » Wed 11 May, 2005 16:04

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Simply put: What is considered to be the QUIETEST operating

in-ground pool pump on the market? I'd prefer 1+1/2hp

and price is not an issue. TIA!

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Wow? Old post from 2005.

The new variable speed pumps by Hayward and Pentair with the LCD info displays are quiet on low speed. I've personally...
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Tue 12 Jul, 2011 20:04
Major back pressure problem

by Charlie-li » Sun 12 Aug, 2007 09:14

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I'm using a standard sand filter & 2HP pump which I've had for a few years. Pressure normally runs at about 10-11lbs.

This year I encountered...

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You do not really believe this theory of compressed air inside the filter tank, that wil stay there for several hours, do you?
That air wil be forced...

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Last post by czechmate
Mon 11 Jul, 2011 22:46
Sand Filter cracked

by swknmbc » Sun 29 May, 2011 13:35

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I just went out to replace the sand in my Doughboy pool sand filter.The end of last year it wasn't filtering very well. Looks like a Silica I. The...

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You don't necessarily have to buy Doughboy brand replacement sand filter. Sometimes the aftermarket quality are better than OEM. In your case, the...

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Tue 05 Jul, 2011 12:14
Water drained out of pool

by sbock » Thu 30 Jun, 2011 20:09

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water drained out of the pool 1 foot below skimmers , I refilled the pool can I just turn the pump on to get the air out of the system

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It's best to play it safe, take a bucket of water or the garden hose, open the pump leaf basket lid and fill it up with water just till it starts to...

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Fri 01 Jul, 2011 01:12
Air bubbles from floor drains

by Woodinsac » Wed 29 Jun, 2011 23:29

I have a one year old in-ground pool. The builder went out of business shortly after our pool was finished (Aqua Pool and Spa). I have noticed that...

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Wed 29 Jun, 2011 23:29
Intelliflow vs others?

by dmc123 » Tue 17 May, 2011 15:18

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Does anyone have any advice on pump brands. My utility company is rebating 1000 dollars for new pumps and I was thinking to get the new Intelliflow...

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"Gullible" is not aware of the electricity bill savings in a years time with a variable speed. 1200 is allot to swallow initially, but...

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Sat 25 Jun, 2011 01:45
Dirt or sand goes back in pool

by Guest » Wed 15 Jun, 2011 00:02

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every time i clean my pool the dirt or sand goes back in my pool. i was told to change my sand in my tank. so i did. but i still have the same...

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I'm having the same problem, so I was told to vacuum to waste because it will bypass the filter and then whatever you are sucking up will go...

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Thu 23 Jun, 2011 07:01
DE entering back into pool

by bsmi555 » Tue 21 Jun, 2011 08:25

We have a Hayward Perflect EC65 filter. It's been working great, but at the end of last season it started letting some DE powder (I believe) back...

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Tue 21 Jun, 2011 08:25
Valves and pipe replacement

by saratoga » Fri 17 Jun, 2011 22:20

Termites have chewed through my flex pvc lines, now i must replace all. while a repair contractor was estimating replacement of my lines he said my...

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Fri 17 Jun, 2011 22:20

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