Can I use this with a sand filter/pump?
2076703
YES! I have a sand filter and it actually helps it to work more effectively. This is my third season using natural chemistry products and they really save me a lot of work and headache! Good luck with your pool! OH! Don't forget, depending where you live..if the water is still cold enzyme products will work more slowly. As the water warms the results are more dramatic.
2076704
Yes :) I have a sand filter and pump it is very safe stuff to use and works good! Keep in mind it doesn't kill a Algee bloom but helps clear it after u treat and kill the Algee bloom and will keep Algee down very well afterward.
2284142
Yes, you need a filter system (either sand or the paper cartridge type)...the pump pushes the water through the filter. I have the saltwater with the sand pump...I LOVE IT...
1492347
Yes. I am using mine with a saltwater setup. We have a sand filter and we just turn the salt generator off while vaccuming the pool.
157992
I use it and seem to have no problems but I can't atest to the use in salt water. I should replace any filter sand.
2227114
Sure. But as with any gravel vac you may have to avoid digging the intake into the sand, which could stir it up and make a mess. I try to keep the vac an inch or so above my sand substate.
1839992
Yes, you absolutely can and should be doing so. If you look at the specifications, the pool filtration process is longer than the chlorination process. On a daily basis the pool filter pump should be running longer than the salt water chlorinator. The water passes through the salt water chlorinator but without the electric charge it is just doing that, passing through.
132690
You can try it, but my guess is that it will jam up the pump pretty quick. I would suggest that you try it w/ the filter in there first to see how it goes.
742710
Yes, but you will have to bypass your sand filter. I used recirculate. There are some fabulous you tube videos explaining how to use this stuff on a pool. It worked great for me!
1649508
you just need to match the flow of the pump to a filter system in gallon per hour. I use the c225 filter on the return line of the pool to stop the fine sand form getting in the pool. this will stop a lot of pool cleaning.
1112972
Yes it will, as long as the flow rate on the sand filter pump is between 1,000 and 4,000 gph (gallons per hour). Call us if you have more questions! 800-704-9684
2047044
yes, it works well with the sand pump that my pool has. The pump needs to pump at least 1500 gph(gallons per hour).
2198739
We have ours hooked up to a sand pump. You can't use the pump that came with it however, we had to purchase another pump...worth it though to keep the pool much cleaner.
2036921
Yes, I have an OLD 1 HP pump and the filter still works 100 times better than my old sand filter.
1151209
You can use the pump and filter that comes with the salt water system. Or, if you wish, you can add the sand filter to the salt water system; however, that requires some familiarity with simple plumbing to do properly. As for how much sand is necessary for leveling the pool..that is a difficult question to answer since I don't know the grade of your yard. You have to use a transit level across the diameter of the pool to determine the grade first...then, you can estimate the amount of sand needed. If your area is already level, then no sand is necessary. Be aware that leveling the area using sand is not recommended. You can use the pump and filter that comes with the salt water system. Or, if you wish, you can add the sand filter to the salt water system; however, that requires some familiarity with simple plumbing to do properly. As for how much sand is necessary for leveling the pool..that is a difficult question to answer since I don't know the grade of your yard. You have to use a transit level across the diameter of the pool to determine the grade first...then, you can estimate the amount of sand needed. If your area is already level, then no sand is necessary. Be aware that leveling the area... » Read More You can use the pump and filter that comes with the salt water system. Or, if you wish, you can add the sand filter to the salt water system; however, that requires some familiarity with simple plumbing to do properly. As for how much sand is necessary for leveling the pool..that is a difficult question to answer since I don't know the grade of your yard. You have to use a transit level across the diameter of the pool to determine the grade first...then, you can estimate the amount of sand needed. If your area is already level, then no sand is necessary. Be aware that leveling the area using sand is not recommended. « Show Less
1525816
Per the hubby, there are two models, one for sand and one for DE. The numbers are slightly different. Ask at a Pool supply store, or an online pool store, and have the model number of your sand filter handy.
2270490
You sure can. You just have to block your input & output water lines with plugs or if you have the plunger style valves, close them so the water doesn't come out. Then you can swap out the filter with no problems. This was the best investment I have made yet! Our pool is crystal clear with this new sand filter!!
1477401
Pumps and filters need to be paired. There are a lot of different pumps with different capabilities on the market. Above ground pumps and in-ground (self priming) pumps have different capabilities. Some pumps are up-rated while others are full rated. You also need to make sure that your pump has enough power to provide enough "lift" to thoroughly clean the sand bed when you backwash. On the other hand, too big of a pump, you will "blast" the dirt right thru the filter. Not trying to confuse you, just trying to help make sure you make a wise buying decision.