DE in Pool after recharge
All,
I would imagine this has been covered multiple times. For some reason my search syntax did not produce anything. Please point me to some previous posts if possible.
Everytime I recharge my filter, StarBright DE-50, there is noticable DE on the pool bottom. I am adding 4 pounds of DE while the pump is on it's highest speed. This is my first pool and could really use help with the filter.
Thanks,
-Ron
Re: DE in Pool after recharge
In order for it to get to the pool, you have to have a leak in the filter. Maybe one of the screens has a small tear or is not seated all the way on the tube.
How old are the screens?
14'x31' kidney 21K gal IG plaster pool; SWCG (Saline Generating System's SGS Breeze); Pentair FNS Plus 48 DE DE filter; Whisperflow 1 HP pump; 8 hours hrs; kit purchased from Ben; utility water; summer: none; winter: none; PF:5.7
Re: DE in Pool after recharge
The next time I take the filter apart I will inspect it very carefully. I believe the filter is only 5 years old. How long should the Fins last anyway?
Thanks,
-Ron
Re: DE in Pool after recharge
Ron, another source is the multiport. If it only happens when you add the DE, I'd say that the multi is the reason. Also, have you tried charging the filter on 'low'?
Luv & Luk, Ted
Having done construction and service for 4 pool companies in 4 states starting in 1988, what I know about pools could fill a couple of books - what I don't know could fill libraries
Re: DE in Pool after recharge
could a bad backwash valve cause this ?
14'x31' kidney 21K gal IG plaster pool; SWCG (Saline Generating System's SGS Breeze); Pentair FNS Plus 48 DE DE filter; Whisperflow 1 HP pump; 8 hours hrs; kit purchased from Ben; utility water; summer: none; winter: none; PF:5.7
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