How to clean swimming pool pump filter?

Clean the filter regularly to keep your system working properly. We recommend having your filter cleaned and inspected twice a year. It’s also best to have the filter changed every 1,500 to 3,000 gallons of water filtered, which is about how often your filter will be able to filter out the same amount of water as your swimming pool will use in a day.

How to clean swimming pool filter head and basket?

First, loosen the filter basket’s retaining clips with your fingers or pliers. Then, you can take out the filter basket and dump up the collected gunk with help of a bucket or a net. You can wash the basket with water and soap, or use the chlorine-free sanitizer to clean it. Afterward, you can position the clean basket back over the filter head. Fasten the retaining clips to lock the filter basket in place.

How to clean a pool pump filter?

Be sure to have a clean filter before you begin. Any debris lodged in the filter will cause it to work harder and use more energy. When the filter is clogged, it has to work harder to push the water through the filter and push the air through the return. This increased pressure actually causes the filter to heat up. If the filter becomes too hot, it will burn out prematurely.

How to clean swimming pool filter on a pump?

First, turn off the power supply to the pool pump. Disconnect the power cable to the pump at the main source. This will prevent the pump from turning on while you clean it. Check the power cable connections. If they are clean and secure, then replace it. If the connection is loose, it will cause unnecessary damage to the pump. Now, remove the access panel on the pump housing. Use a screwdriver to remove the screws securing the panel. You can do this if you

How to clean swimming pool filter head?

First of all, make sure you have a bucket of water handy. If you don’t have one, use the water from your outdoor tap. Now, using a filter cleaner, add the cleaning agent and scrub the filter. Leave it in the sun to dry completely. Once the filter is completely dry, turn it on and check if you have more particles in the filter. If it’s still clogged, repeat the process.