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    Default Re: Bad to keep spare pool filters?

    Re-using filter cartridges is very dangerous to the pool stores' revenue stream! Don't do it, they NEED the money!

    All jokes aside, lots of folks do exactly what you're doing. As SunnyOptimism said, acid wash as needed (make sure to degrease with dishsoap before an acid wash). Replace the filters when they get holes in them - usually long after the bands start to break off.

    Pooldoc wrote up detailed instructions on cleaning and maintaining cartridge filters here:
    http://www.poolforum.com/pf2/showthr...ut-Damaging-It!
    rectangle 11.5K gal IG concrete pool;; 125sf cartridge filter; 2hp 1 speed pump; K-2006, k-1766; PF:10

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    Default Re: Bad to keep spare pool filters?

    Quote Originally Posted by kelemvor View Post
    Pooldoc wrote up detailed instructions on cleaning and maintaining cartridge filters here:
    http://www.poolforum.com/pf2/showthr...ut-Damaging-It!
    The expert! Love the internal link!
    26K gal 20x40 rectangular IG vinyl pool; Apr 2014: New pump, liner, auto-cover, & water; Pentair Whisperflo 1HP pump; Pentair Trition sand filter; Cover/Star CS-500 auto cover; Taylor K-2006C; OTO

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