Re: What to expect from sand filter for small pool?
How long did you run the pump before you expected it to clear?
What are the parameters of your water? (FC, CC, pH, Alk, CYA)
Those two things are quite influential on water clarity. Despite that it looks clear, you may have organics in your pool contributing to the particles. Post some test results and keep running your pump. It should be easy to see clearly thru 50' of water when everything is balanced.
Re: What to expect from sand filter for small pool?
I will post my results but here is a quick image of my pump in "filter Mode"
The unit was used when purchased so I had no labelling on top. I looked at a few images online and made this assumption.
Re: What to expect from sand filter for small pool?
If the pump is on, the guage shows pressure, and water is returning to the pool, I believe you are in "filter" mode.
Have you ever backwashed?
What psi is on the guage (pump running)?
Re: What to expect from sand filter for small pool?
Pump shows a little under 15 when running.
Yes there is great suction into the pump and pressure out but just wanted to make sure the valve wasn't set to straight thru.
I have never backwashed since it's only been in use 1 month with new sand.
Update: Turned pump off and now shows 8... Guess a new guage may be needed.
Last edited by LennPrice; 07-01-2006 at 04:48 PM.
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