The sun is out, and it’s time to have fun. Before getting your floaties out, it’s essential to vacuum your pool to help ensure a sanitary swim. At Discount Pool Direct, we understand that vacuuming an above ground pool can be tricky at first. However, with a few simple steps, you’ll be showing off your backstroke in no time. Let’s dive in!
The right equipment makes all the difference when vacuuming your above ground pool. Check these essentials off your shopping list to help ensure a clean, debris-free swim!
Before beginning, we recommend brushing your pool walls for dirt, algae, or debris buildup. Your pool’s waterline is a popular space for contaminants to hang out, so be sure it gets a good scrub. For best results, brush your pool the night before vacuuming. Brushing the night before lets debris sink to the bottom of your pool, where it can be vacuumed.Â
It’s time to prepare your equipment. Start by inspecting your pump to ensure it’s clean and in working order. If you notice a lot of debris in your pool, we recommend setting your filter to ‘Waste’ mode to pump water out of it. Now, all you need to do is attach your vacuum head to the hose and prepare to prime!
Vacuum hose priming eliminates air bubbles that build up in your vacuum. Excess air can weaken your pressure or even damage your vacuum. Luckily, getting rid of those pesky bubbles only takes a few simple steps. Let’s take a look!
Now that your vacuum is primed, it’s time to start your pump and connect your hose. Attach your skimmer plate if you have one, ensuring a secure connection. Open your pump and door, then simply drop your hose inside.
It’s vacuum time! Using your tele-pole, skim your vacuum across the pool’s floor. Do this slowly to keep debris from rising to the surface. Make sure your vacuum head stays submerged to avoid losing prime. Rinse and repeat until your pool’s floor is clean!
Note: If your pressure gauge is ten pounds over its normal running pressure, stop every few minutes and backwash as needed. Â
After vacuuming, remove any debris from your pump’s filter. Feel free to backwash the filter if necessary. If you adjusted it earlier, switch your filter to its standard setting. Now, all that’s left is disassembling your vacuum pump, letting it dry, and storing it in a safe container.Â
Congratulations, you’ve successfully vacuumed your above ground pool! It’s time to break out the grill and enjoy your backyard oasis. Want to save time cleaning your pool? Check out our exceptional line of automatic pool cleaners and vacuums. Discount Pools Direct also offers a fantastic selection of other pool accessories like heaters, chlorinators, pumps, and more. Feel free to reach out to our expert team if you have questions along the way!Â
SOURCES:
https://www.homedepot.com/c/ah/how-to-vacuum-a-pool/9ba683603be9fa5395fab9071491c59
https://www.thespruce.com/how-to-vacuum-above-ground-pool-7505935
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