I took the top off the sand filter this morning and the sand looks good. It is fluffy with a bit of small debris in it, and it doesn't smell bad (my biggest fear!)

Is there anything special I have to do when I reseal the top back on?

I couldn't see any sign of a leak, or weakened spot, so I am going to try to seal it back up and see what happens.

When I turn the filter on, both returns bubble (with air) and then stop. When I backwash it dribbles out but the water looks clean, as did the water in the tank.

Any other ideas on what to check? My pump motor is only a year old and is working fine.

Yesterday it was cloudy so my water looked OK but this morning it is starting to look green. Oh, the pain......hauling all those bottles of bleach.....but much less pain to the wallet.


Janis