Am I supposed to leave the filter system running all the time?
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I run mine every night usually from 10 pm until I wake up the next morning and then I will also run it while the pool is in use. I may skip one to two days a week but that's it.
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we do. if you don't, the water will get yucky. you also have to skim stuff such as leaves, bugs, etc, off the top with a net, so keeping it covered when not in use lessens the amount of time having to do that. you also have to vacuum the bottom periodically. but all in all it is very little maintenance and worth it for the pleasure of the pool!
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I replace the filter about every 9-10 months. It runs 24/7 on fan speed -2 except for those weeks when the weather is nice and we open the house. I wash the foam pre- filter every month
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There are several great short videos on youtube on starting and maintaining this filter.....I have followed their advice and have never had air issues....takes me about 10 minutes to tear down, clean and restart the filter
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I have the same issue and that is why I like the filter system. I follow the recommendation to clean with a combination of white vinegar and water. I do need to rinse this through more often and do not wait for the clean light to come on. Happy trails
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We run ours all the time on a low setting except when the filter is removed for cleaning.
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my pipe has a plastic filter in it that needs to be cleaned out regularly. as far as returning it, I don't know
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Take the filter out and run the pump without it. if the pressure seems right it is the filter. I always clean mine as soon as I take them out but they do start to get clogged after a while. Make sure you clean good between the folds in the filter!
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I do disconnect each time AND drain it if I leave it outside. Actually, I drain the filter and hose and then make the connections so in the morning all I have to do is turn the water back on.
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no, but we had problems with the small holes in the filter part. It would only run 15 min and stop till it was cleaned. that's every 15 min. we had to take the filter out.
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Point of use is best and install a small inexpensive moisture and dirt trap with an automatic drain in front of the unit. This will help extend the life of the filter.
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The filter will accumulate dirt just like a normal filter. Each month I check it and clean it, wash it off with a garden hose. Actually whether it needs it or not but it is usually dirty and it cost me nothing. Bye.
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You can turn off the ION but still run the filter. Typically I only turn on the ION when I am not home; as soon as I get home I will turn off the ION. That way the smell does not bother me much.
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This will be connect off of the filter, before any chlorinators but after the filter. For clear and clean water you should run your pump 24/7 but at least all day.
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CharlesouTou are welcome. This has been a great filter. I have had it running continuously (other than cleaning) for more than 7 years with no problems.Mark
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I don't know. Our home has a complete filter system so we don't use the filter.
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Jeff, Does your filtration system have a light (red/yellow/green) that indicates when the filter needs to be changed? Let me know if you do, as I may have your solution! kkt
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The filter is washable and getting it out is not a big deal. We've run this for weeks at a time and I've never had a problem with it to date.