How Do You Use Swimming Pool Vacuum Cleaners With Sand Filters?
It depends on the type of pool cleaner you are using. If you are using a pressure side cleaner (which stirs up dirt so the filter can pick it up) or robotic pool cleaners (which operate intependently), you will not need to involve the sand filter at all. If you are using a suction side cleaner, which uses the filters pressure to bring dirt into the filter, your vacuum will suck up the dirt, direct it to the filter, and then clean water will be returned to the pool.
You should vacuum your swimming pool at least once a week or more depending on how much debris is in the water. Debris that is allowed to remain in the pool water can cause the water to turn green with algae and reduce or increase the pH, chlorine and calcium levels. If you have a sand filter, you must use the right equipment and set up the vacuum correctly to get the best vacuum pressure. Attach the vacuum head to the telescopic pole, which fits into the round slot on the center of the vacuum hose. Press the clips in on the telescopic pole, and push the pole into the slot. Lay the vacuum hose straight out on the side of the pool. Attach the hose to the vacuum head by pushing it into the cuff. Attach the skimmer plate to the other end of the vacuum hose. Put the vacuum head in the pool with the head resting on the pool floor. Place the length of the vacuum hose in the water while holding on to the end with the skimmer plate. Place the end with the skimmer plate over one of the filter j
