Don’t Let Winter Slow You Down
- 1. Flush the Pump Adequately flush the pump and chemical solution system of all chemical residue. ...
- 2. Prevent Oxidation of Components Fill chemical solution system components with antifreeze and spray a small volume through the system (from tank to nozzle). ...
- 3. Open Pump Components ...
- 4. Drain the Winterizing Solution ...
How do I prepare my pool pump for winter?
0:131:05Winterize Your Pool Pump - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo for the winter time. What you'll want to do is disconnect disconnect this the Union on the valveMoreSo for the winter time. What you'll want to do is disconnect disconnect this the Union on the valve here and that'll allow you to put a vacuum in here to blow out your pool lines.
Do you leave pump on when winterizing pool?
You can either remove the equipment completely or leave the pump on freeze control. Make sure you drain the equipment using the drain plugs. You can either store your equipment in the garage or they make covers you can use to prevent freezing. Plug any openings with a winterizing plug.
How do you drain a pool pump and filter in the winter?
Open all the drain plugs on the pump and filter to let all water drain out of the system. Open up the pump, remove the pump basket to rinse off any leftover debris, bugs, or leaves. Then use the pump basket as storage for all plugs. This will ensure that you have everything together when you open your pool come spring.
How do you drain a Pentair pump?
0:060:19How to Drain Your Pool Pump - #Shorts - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo all you're going to do is every pump has two drain plugs you lefty loosey both of these drain.MoreSo all you're going to do is every pump has two drain plugs you lefty loosey both of these drain. Plugs. Watch the water come out that's how you drain your pump.
How much shock Do I need to winterize my pool?
Add 1 gallon of shock per 10,000 gallons of pool water and 1 gallon of Winterizing Pool Chemical Agent per 15,000 gallons of pool water. Spread swimming pool covers for above ground pools over pool and secure cable around the perimeter.
At what temperature should you winterize your pool?
around 65 degreesOur rule of thumb is to wait until the temperature is consistently around 65 degrees. This is the best time to winterize and close your pool. In our climate, the best practice is to cover your pool and winterize the piping and equipment before freezing temperatures occur.
How do you drain Pentair pool equipment?
0:050:37How to drain water from your pool - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipWater will drain out if you want to connect a hose to it and run it somewhere you can or you canMoreWater will drain out if you want to connect a hose to it and run it somewhere you can or you can just let it run off the pad depending on your drainage. I recommend setting your kitchen timer.
Do I need to winterize my pool filter?
Your pool equipment is a major expense; it is important to winterize your pool filter properly at the end of every season.
How do you winterize a pool pump and sand filter?
0:004:12How To Winterize A Pool 4 - Sand Filters - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo backwash it for a long time. After you've done your backwash. Cycle you should do a rinse cycle.MoreSo backwash it for a long time. After you've done your backwash. Cycle you should do a rinse cycle. Now not every sand filter will have that. Basically just read the the turbo.
Where are drain plugs on Pentair pool pump?
2:094:56Replace Pentair Intelliflo Drain Plug - 071131 - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSide you guys have two drain plugs located right here on the bottom.MoreSide you guys have two drain plugs located right here on the bottom.
Where is the drain plug on pool pump?
Each piece of equipment usually has a drain plug of some kind. Most pool pumps have two, one in the front of the pump pot and one in the back section section before the motor. The plugs will be toward the bottom of the pump. The filter plug should be in the bottom of the filter, you may need to look in the back.
How do you drain water from a Pentair filter?
How to Drain A Pool with a Cartridge FilterShut off the pump.Go to the back of the filter and unscrew the drain plug.Turn the pump back on and let the water run until it reaches the point where you want to drain the water out.Turn the pump back off and put the plug back into the drain plug.
How long should I run my pool pump over winter?
4-6 hours per day in winter The minimum flow rate you should be aiming for is one complete turn over of the pool's volume in 4-6 hours for residential applications. if the calculation you have used is longer than that, ie the flow rate that is too low, then this would not be good for the pool.
When should I turn my pool pump off?
A Rule of Thumb Generally running your pool pump for 12-hours a day is a good option. This is based on the assumption that your average pool pump has a turnover rate of about 8 to 12-hours. That means that the total volume of your pool water will filter through your system 2 to 3 times per 24-hour period.
Do you leave pool pump running all the time?
Yes, you want to run your pool pump for at least eight hours every day to complete at least one turnover cycle. But that doesn't mean it has to be eight hours straight. Again, refer to those non-peak utility hours.
Can I leave my pool pump off?
A pool can only go a short time without a pump, perhaps up to a week, and still be safe to swim in provided you keep the chlorine and other levels up. This time will vary depending on things such as temperature, the weather and how clean the pool was when the pump stopped etc.
How to get water out of a water pump?
Disconnect your pump and filter. Make sure all water is completely drained from the pump. For insurance, turn it upside down once and dump any excess water out. Remove the drain plugs from it (there may be one or two); they'd trap water inside, which is bad. Once you've drained the pump, turn it on for just a second or two (no more—the seal is vulnerable to damage) to expel any remaining water from the impeller. Store any small plugs or parts in the pump basket, so they're easy to find next year.
How to get rid of scum in pool?
Use your pool vacuum, or just fish them out with a net. Clean out the skimmer and the pump basket, too. Clean the tile line with tile cleaner. Easier now than next spring, when the scum has had all winter to set.
How to blow out a skimmer?
Unscrew and loosen any quick-disconnect fittings or unions at your pump and filter system, then blow out the pipes. A wet-dry shop vacuum or air compressor is ideal for this. Force the air from your pump down the skimmer and through the skimmer (or "suction side") pipes.
How to clean a D.E. filter?
Remove the filter hoses. Spray the cartridge filter elements and D.E. ( diatomaceous earth) grids with Filter Cleaner, then rinse them clean with a garden hose. For D.E. filters, drain the filter tanks and leave the backwash valve open. If you have a sand filter, clean it by backwashing.
What to do if you crack a fitting while removing it?
If you crack a fitting while removing it, don't panic! You can get a replacement come spring. Remove all skimmer baskets. Put fittings and any other items that you remove in one of the skimmer baskets or the pump basket to avoid loss (this includes the dive board bolts too).
What is the purpose of a pool test kit?
This protects the pool from corrosion or scale buildup. Using a water test kit, adjust the water to the recommended levels of pH, total alkalinity, calcium (hardness) and chlorination.
Why do you need a float in a pool?
The float balances the rainwater and ice sure to form on your pool's cover over the winter. Even more important, it eases pressure on the pool walls by allowing winter's ice to push in on the flotation device, not outward on the walls.
1. Flush the Pump
Adequately flush the pump and chemical solution system of all chemical residue. Be sure to remove all strainer screens and clean any residue that has build up on the screens.
2. Prevent Oxidation of Components
Fill chemical solution system components with antifreeze and spray a small volume through the system (from tank to nozzle). This procedure will prevent the elastomer components from “drying out” and remove residue that continues to attack system components.
3. Open Pump Components
Leave regulators, unloaders and valves in an open or loose state so that they do not stick upon startup.
4. Drain the Winterizing Solution
Clear out the solution prior to use next spring. Retain the solution in a properly marked container for use again the following fall.
