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How do I drain my above ground pool?
Can you completely drain an above ground pool?
If it is time to empty your pool, there are two main options that pool owners typically choose from when getting ready to drain their above ground pool; an electric pump or a garden hose siphon. Either choice will work to drain your pool water. It’s a matter of preference, time, and equipment on-hand.
How do I drain my above ground pool without a pump?
How to Empty a Pool Without a Pump Place one end of a water hose in the pool. Take the other end of the hose to where you want the water to drain. Siphon the water out of the pool by placing your mouth on the end of the hose and sucking repeatedly until water comes out.
How do I empty the bottom of my pool?
Since both draining methods will not drain pool water to the last bit, you need to remove the extra liquid left at the bottom.To do so, you can: Use a wet vacuum to suck the stagnant water. Sweep the liquid into the drain. Remove the pool liner and flip it over somewhere your property to get rid of extra water.
Should I drain my pool and start over?
You may throw up your hands and decide the best course of action is to drain the pool and start over. In fact, draining a pool should be a last resort. Pools will need to be drained and refilled every 5-7 years on average, or if there is a major necessary repair. Otherwise, avoid draining your pool if at all possible.
Where do I get pool water discharged?
To Drain Your Pool or Spa Locate the sewer cleanout on your property or an indoor drain such as a sink or bathtub. Using a hose, connect a siphon or sump pump that pumps 20 gallons or less per minute to the cleanout or indoor drain. Pump the water from the pool or spa to the cleanout or indoor drain.
How much do you drain an above-ground pool?
If you have an above-ground pool with a vinyl pool liner, drain the pool to about 1 inch below the bottom of the skimmer mouth. It’s acceptable to drain the pool a few more inches below that if you live in an area that gets heavy precipitation during the winter months.
Can I use my pool pump to drain my pool?
Never use your pool pump to try to drain the pool. Inevitably, you will pull air into your suction line, the pump will lose its prime, and you will damage or burn up your pump. Always rent or purchase a submersible pump to drain the pool. After removing the old water, you can refill the pool with a garden hose.
Can you use a shop vac to empty a pool?
Although you normally clean your pool with a manual pool vacuum or a vacuum device often called a “creepy crawler,” you can clean it with a standard wet/dry shop vac. The very big plus is the dirt and debris in the pool can be dumped directly into the grass, as opposed to sending it through the pool filter.
How long does it take to drain a pool with a garden hose?
Draining a pool can take up to 14 hours, depending on the size, so be sure to drain it on a day when you have sufficient free time. You need to be home to check on the pool, the hoses, and the pump frequently.
How do you drain a above ground pool with a garden hose?
Put one end of your garden hose inside the port. Thread the hose to the back of your house. Attach the other end of the garden hose to a submersion pump and place the hose and pump in the deepest area of your pool, near the drain. The pool will begin to drain.
What kind of pump do I need to empty my pool?
If you’ve ever needed to drain your pool, it’s likely you’ve already encountered a submersible pump. A submersible pump, as the name implies, operates while fully submerged in water. These pumps feature a lot of horsepower, and primarily drain the water safely from swimming pools and spas.
Should I drain my above ground pool for winter?
Important: Never completely drain an above ground pool. This can cause your pool to collapse. If your pool is plumbed with detachable, flexible hoses, remove them and store for the winter. Basically you’ll need to drain them so there is no water in them that could freeze and damage the pump or filter.
How far do I drain my above ground pool for winter?
In most cases, you will want to drain the pool to be at least 4 to 6 inches below the top of the skimmer. This allows adequate space for expansion of the water throughout the winter without risking damage to the pool.
How do I get rid of an empty above ground pool with algae?
If you pool has Algae on the walls, use an Algaecide detergent to pre-treat the wall before cleaning it. You can also use a strong bleach mixture with water that will also do the trick.
Will draining a pool damage the liner?
If you drain your pool you can cause your vinyl pool liner to shrink and upon refilling, if the liner has lost its elasticity it can cause the liner to rip or tear. The liner can also become hard and brittle. A vinyl inground pool should also not be drained for cleaning, as again it will likely damage the liner.
