How often to clean pool filter cartridge?

The amount of debris that passes through your cartridge is dependent on its filter size and the amount of use it gets. Having a filter cartridge that already has a lot of gunk in it is a sign that you need to clean it more often. The same goes for a filter cartridge that hasn’t been used much.

How often to clean filter cartridge in pool?

The number of times you need to clean your cartridge and how often you clean it depends on how long you’ve had the filter and how often you use it. A cartridge that hasn’t been used for a long time should be cleaned every 4-6 weeks. A cartridge that’s used frequently can be cleaned every two weeks.

How often to clean pool filter inlet?

You should clean your pool filter inlet at least once a week and more often if you use it more often, especially if you have young children and pets. If you clean it more often, you will prolong the life of the filter cartridge. And if you set aside money for a new cartridge every year, you will want to have a clean filter to start with.

How often to clean pool filter cartridge after it stops?

If your cartridge stops working, it’s best to have it cleaned within a few days. Sometimes, cleaning the cartridge can fix the problem. If not, you’ll need to change the cartridge. Regardless, it’s always a good idea to have the cartridge cleaned at least twice a year -- in the spring and in the fall.

How often to clean filter cartridge?

The life span of a filter cartridge is dependent on how often it is cleaned. We recommend cleaning the filter cartridge every 1-3 weeks when you do your regular filter cartridge replacement. If you go a month without cleaning it, you’ll lose about 10% of your cartridge’s life span. If you clean it more often than that, you’ll lose even more.