How to Vacuum Your Pool and Backwash the Filter

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Turn off skimmers as noted on pipes.

   Some skimmers require you to remove the basket before you can attach the hose, so be sure to do this if necessary.
   
   Holding one end of the vacuum line over the return port is a good way to bleed out the air trapped in the line. , Basically, move very slowly and methodically while vacuuming.
   
   Follow a grid pattern to ensure all areas of the floor and slopes are cleaned. ,,, The hair basket is the one located at the pump. ,,,,,
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   Step 2: Start by attaching the vacuum hose to the vacuum head.

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   Step 3: Flood hose with water before placing adapter in skimmer to avoid loss of prime.

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   Step 4: Vacuum per manufacturer instructions.

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   Step 5: Disconnect the hose from the skimmer and remove vacuum equipment.

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   Step 6: Turn off the pump.

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   Step 7: Clean the skimmer basket and hair basket.

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   Step 8: Turn filter handle to the "BACKWASH" setting

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   Step 9: and then turn on the pump.

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    Step 10: Continue to let the pump run until the water in the sight glass on the filter is clear.

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    Step 11: Turn off the pump and set filter handle to "RINSE"

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    Step 12: and then turn on the pump for about 60 seconds.

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    Step 13: Turn off the pump and return the filter handle to "FILTER".

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    Step 14: Turn on pump and resume normal use of the pool.

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