Salt water pools use electrolysis to generate chlorine from dissolved salt, requiring proper water chemistry balance including pH, alkalinity, and CYA levels. They still need regular maintenance and chemical adjustments despite producing their own chlorine.
Connect your vacuum head to telescoping pole and hose, prime the system by submerging the hose underwater until bubbles stop, then attach to skimmer and systematically vacuum in overlapping strokes.
Pool filter sand should not be used in aquariums as it contains sharp edges, chemical treatments, and lacks the proper grain size for fish safety. Use aquarium-specific sand instead.
You don't remove the entire skimmer when closing your pool, but you should remove skimmer baskets and weir doors. The skimmer housing stays in place while you add winterizing plugs or antifreeze to prevent freeze damage.
A vacuum plate is needed when your pool skimmer lacks a dedicated vacuum port or when you want to maintain skimming action while vacuuming. It blocks the skimmer basket area and redirects suction to your vacuum hose.
Cleaning a salt water pool requires testing and balancing chemistry (FC, pH, CYA), maintaining the salt cell, and regular physical cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
Winterizing an above ground pool requires balancing chemicals, cleaning thoroughly, lowering water levels, protecting equipment, and installing a winter cover to prevent freeze damage and algae growth during cold months.
Covering a salt water pool is not legally required, but it's highly recommended for reducing chemical loss, preventing debris, and protecting your salt cell. The process involves specific steps for winterization and equipment protection.
Connect your pool vacuum by attaching the vacuum head to telescoping pole, connecting vacuum hose from head to skimmer, and priming the system by submerging the hose completely underwater before turning on the pump.
Pool vacuuming involves connecting a vacuum head to a telescopic pole and hose, priming the system underwater, then systematically cleaning the pool bottom in overlapping strokes while maintaining proper suction.
Yes, you can vacuum your pool on the waste setting. This bypasses your filter and sends debris directly to the sewer, preventing filter clogs when dealing with heavy debris or algae.
You can temporarily run your pool pump without a skimmer by using only the main drain for suction, but this reduces circulation efficiency and surface debris removal. This should only be a short-term solution while you repair or replace the skimmer.
Winterizing an above ground pool involves balancing water chemistry, cleaning thoroughly, removing or protecting equipment, lowering water level, adding winterizing chemicals, and installing a proper cover to prevent freeze damage and algae growth.
Yes, you can reuse a pool liner if it's in good condition with no tears, significant stretching, or chemical damage. Proper inspection and careful removal are essential for successful reuse.
