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How do I close my pool with a sand filter for winter?
Next, you’re going to have to completely drain all the water from the filter tank. To do this simply unscrew and remove the drain cap on the bottom of the filter barrel. Put the cap away in a safe place until the next time you open the pool. You do not need to remove any sand from the filter.
Can you leave a sand filter out all winter?
Store It Away All that’s left to do is seal the deal by storing away the sand filter, pump, hoses, and drain cap in a dry, safe place for the winter. You might need a friend for this part—that sand can be heavy, even when the water’s drained.
Should I shock pool before closing?
Shocking kills any bacteria that might linger in your pool during the winter. We recommend shocking a few days before you close the pool. If that is not possible, make sure to shock the pool the night before you close it for winter.
Can a pool sand filter freeze?
In the case of top mounted sand filters, the valve can pop off the top, cracking the tank flange. D.E. and cartridge pool filters can suffer damage to the internal grids and elements if a full filter tank freezes solid, cracking and crushing the media.
Can pool pump stay outside in the winter?
Keeping pumps away from accumulating moisture (assuming you live in a place that gets considerable rain/snowfall) during the winter is a good way to protect the equipment. Heavy snow is a danger to pool equipment that remains outdoors.
Can you winterize pool without draining?
Most of the time, when the weather cools and you are done with the pool for the year, you don’t need to drain it. The main reason for winterizing a pool is to protect it from the damage that the freezing of the water could cause.
How do I lower the water level in my pool closing?
Lower the water level in the pool approximately 3 to 6 inches below the bottom of the Skimmer. If you have a main drain, just shut off the valve(s) for the skimmer(s) and run the filter on backwash or waste.
How much water do I need to drain my inground pool for winter?
In-Ground Pools In-ground pool draining requirements are similar to those of their above-ground counterparts. Drain the water down to no more than 6 inches from the bottom of the skimmer if you plan to use a standard floating winter cover. Use your pool filter, switched to the “Drain” setting, to empty the pool water.
How do you shock a pool before closing?
Use chlorine shock to kill off bacteria, algae, and to get your chlorine levels to a nice, strong level. Brush the pool afterwards, then vacuum well the following day. 6. For mesh safety covers, or any pool that opens up green in springtime – I highly recommend treatment with Pool Magic Spring & Fall, with PhosFree.
What should I put in my pool before closing?
Use chlorine to kill any bacteria and algae lingering in your pool about a week before closing. You want your chlorine at healthy levels before covering your pool for the winter.
How much chlorine do I add to pool when closing?
(Use chemicals as labels indicate.) Use 1 gallon of liquid chlorine per 10,000 gallons of pool water. Clean liner above the water line with Swimway Tile & Vinyl Cleaner or another product.
How do I close my above ground pool?
How to Close Your Above Ground Pool in 10 Steps Step 1: Deep Clean. Step 2: Balance your Water. Step 3: Add Winterizing Chemicals. Step 4: Add Pump Protector. Step 5: Protect Your Return and Skimmer. Step 6: Prepare Your Filter for Hibernation. Step 7: Clear the Pool. Step 8: Set Up Ice Equalizer Pillow.
What is the closed setting on a pool filter?
Closed: Use for shutting off the flow to the filter and pool. Make sure your pump is off when using this function. Re-circulate: Use for bypassing the filter tank. It is useful during extended periods away from the pool.
Can I leave my above ground pool up all winter?
Pools very rarely need to be drained completely. If you have a vinyl-lined above-ground pool, leaving it full for the winter will protect the vinyl liner from shrinkage and other damage. Since these pools are above ground level, keeping them full ensures that the wind will not damage the walls, liner, or frame.
What is the hose inside of the sand filter for?
Once the old sand has been removed, hose out the inside of the tank to clean the filter out. Once this water is drained, replace the drain cap and fill the tank 2/3 full of water. This is to protect the lateral assembly while the new sand is added.
How do you backwash a pool filter?
This is a pretty straightforward process. Attach the backwash hose to the waste or backwash port. Turn the filter system off. Turn the multiport valve to Backwash. Turn the filter system back on. Let the water run out of the backwash port and through the backwash hose for about a minute, or until the water runs clear.
What happens if your pool equipment freezes?
Your main concern should be with your pool pipes and equipment. If your pool equipment isn’t winterized, water can freeze inside of your pump, filter or heater damaging these components so it’s important to keep water flowing through your pool’s system the entire time the temperature is freezing.
Do I need to cover pool pump in winter?
In our region, where temperatures routinely fall below freezing for an extended period of time, a pool filter must be winterized to avoid cracking due to the expansion of freezing water inside the filter. A cover will not help the filter from freezing, but will protect the exterior from oxidization.
Should you bring your pool pump in for the winter?
When water freezes it expands. So your goal in winterizing your pump and filter is to protect them against the damage that freezing water can cause. Even pool owners in warmer climates, like the southern US, have needed to repair or replace pumps due to freezing.
Does pool pump need to be covered?
First of all, you do not have to enclose your pool equipment (pump, filter, heater). As long it is taken care of and properly winterized at time of pool closing, it need not be covered. Some people do enclose the equipment, for these main benefits: Protection from the elements.
