i have read that you should rinse the sand before you run through the pool to clean out the sand do you backflush the sand
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You can rinse the sand by hand in a sieve ( I recommend that) before you install the filter until the smaller particles are flushed away. Or you could remove the backwash cap and turn the dial to rinse to rinse the sand while already in the filter. Also...after you backwash to waste you should turn the dial to rinse the sand before going back to normal operation.
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I backflushed the sand when I started it up to get the pump to flow correctly. I haven't flushed it since then and it's been running about 3 months.
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when i got this sand i did the same thing the only difference is that i started with salt water if you have your filter in just change them and get your salt in it will clear up it just takes long you just need to be patient lol
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I would use the entire box. Vacuuming the pool is important, but NOT with the filter vacuum that comes with most of the smaller above ground pools. I use a reverse suction method with my garden hose and some adapted shop vac attachments. You can add fresh water after you get all the algae removed to return the pool to the depth it is designed to be. One tip for that last little bit is to take a wide push broom and use it to scrub the interior pool sides and bottom. Then push the broom around in the pool quickly for about 15 laps. Stop and watch the last bits go to the center where you can vacuum them out. Follow up with some algaecide. I would use the entire box. Vacuuming the pool is important, but NOT with the filter vacuum that comes with most of the smaller above ground pools. I use a reverse suction method with my garden hose and some adapted shop vac attachments. You can add fresh water after you get all the algae removed to return the pool to the depth it is designed to be. One tip for that last little bit is to take a wide push broom and use it to scrub the interior pool sides and bottom. Then push the broom around in the pool quickly for about 15 laps. Stop and watch the last bits go to the center where you can... » Read More I would use the entire box. Vacuuming the pool is important, but NOT with the filter vacuum that comes with most of the smaller above ground pools. I use a reverse suction method with my garden hose and some adapted shop vac attachments. You can add fresh water after you get all the algae removed to return the pool to the depth it is designed to be. One tip for that last little bit is to take a wide push broom and use it to scrub the interior pool sides and bottom. Then push the broom around in the pool quickly for about 15 laps. Stop and watch the last bits go to the center where you can vacuum them out. Follow up with some algaecide. « Show Less
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This is good sand filter to use and it easy to maintain. Cleaning this filter by doing back wash is faster with no extra cost. The size of your pool might take some time to clean but other than that just keep up with chlorine and ph testing daily.
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yes...I am getting sand in my pool even though I do not have a sand filter????? That is one of the reasons I bought it!
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you just need to match the flow of the pump to a filter system in gallon per hour. I use the c225 filter on the return line of the pool to stop the fine sand form getting in the pool. this will stop a lot of pool cleaning.
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I have used it many times in Cocoa Beach area. it has been in shallow waters and sands etc.. It needs to be rinsed each time after being in salt water so .commonsense. I also suggest before purchasing watch the manufacturer's manual and information on YouTube.
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I believe that zeosand is much finer that regular pool sand, therefore only half as much is needed. By the way...........this product worked great for me. There are some bad reviews about this product on Amazon. Just be sure to back wash zeosand several times before you start to filter.....................Thanks..........FG
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Yes but first make sure you get your chlorine high - because high chlorine helps kill everything. Add algicide and more isn't better - follow instructions. Run filter almost 24/7 - backwash frequently, scrub the walls down and shock again - it will take a couple days for a clear pool but be patient (something I am not good at). It will become clear and enjoyable! Remember although it doesn't look pretty if your chemicals are in order the pool is safe to swim in.
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It sucks up a little bit of sand but unless you bury the end in the sand then the suction isn't strong enough to pull it out of the tank. I actually really like how it cleans out waste from the sand and allows the sand to fall back into the tank. My best results are when I hook the vacuum up to a garden hose turned on all the way, by the time I'm done it looks like I have new white sand again in the bottom of my tank.
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I have a sand filter and there is a screen it passes through before the filter. If you are set up similar to mine, Yes you can just utilize the one before the filter. Hope that helps.
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Yes, but you will have to bypass your sand filter. I used recirculate. There are some fabulous you tube videos explaining how to use this stuff on a pool. It worked great for me!
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This is the downside of the globe; algae collects inside. To clean it out the method is sand and water. The sand acts as an abrasive and scours out the algae as you shake the globe. The use of any cleaner is not recommended because the cleaning product will absorb into any remaining algae and be released into your plants during use. The sand will not harm your plants.
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Not without some significant McGyvering. I would recommend you keep using the filters until a part fails or you see the salt water system or sand filter pump on sale somewhere. In the mean time, as long as you clean the pool before putting it away for the winter, the salt water system is much better than harmful chemicals...
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You hook it up to the side of the pool. The skimmer basket is not powerful enough to run it and you might ruin the basket.I have an above ground pool and I found that this cleaner would not work for me as it climbs right out of the pool. When it does this it breaks suction of course and can ruin your pool filter.Hope this helps.Judy
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Water works just fine no need to use messy sand. In my opinion it is too small it's like playing musical chairs moving around when entering and exiting with multiple people .
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No..you are laying down the cleaning solution and then just sucking it up. You may want to go back later and do a complete rinse if you think it is necessary.