I have an above ground Intex Pool with 1 return. Will I need to drain that water below the return to install the circulator?
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Turn the pump off and then your old return should just unscrew. Then you screw The Circulator back in. IF you have any problems or concerns, they have the best customer service ever. Worst case scenario: you might need an adapter. NO WORRIES. They'll take care of you. No matter what. (561) 208-6535
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Absolutely NOT. You do need to specify to the manufacturer that u have am Intex pool. He will supply with the necessary parts. You will need to remove the plastic return screen. Worth your time and money ��
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Absolutely NOT. You do need to specify to the manufacturer that u have am Intex pool. He will supply with the necessary parts. You will need to remove the plastic return screen. Worth your time and money &#128515;&#128515;
1293764
I don't know your model pool, but The return goes in easily, replacing the current ball return in the pool. no drainage was necessary with my pool
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As long as u can rich return line by hand you can install it, NO need to drain water below the return.
1266206
No need to drain whole tank, just a little so water does not spill when top outlet is opened. If you have not flushed tank , it would be a good time to that before installing pump
1922256
It was simple too install. As long as your using an intex pump. If your using a different pump you will have too buy fittings to Match
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Maybe. The pump matters more. At 15,000 gals you probably have a good pump. Your pump has to be rated at between 1500-4000 GPH in order to use this chlorinator. I bought this system to work with my above ground Intex pool and 2650 GPH Intex sand filter pump so connecting it was a breeze. Adapting this unit to an in ground pool may be difficult, I haven't tried it.
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I have an Intex 20' round by 52" deep above ground pool and and the pump does not appear to be strong enough to make mine run either.
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Jeff, Yes, you will need a drain. The system will send water to drain every time it regenerates. The drain water is under pressure, and it is common to run it up and across the ceiling to a convenient drain location. If possible, the drain should be no farther than 20 feet from the softener. You can purchase flexible 5/8" outside diameter (1/2" inside diameter) plastic tubing from CAI or your local hardware or building supply store. Some installers prefer to make the drain line connection using rigid PVC. The tubing can be vinyl, polyethylene, etc. If you are using flexible tubing, be sure that there are no "crimps" in the tubing after installation, that may cause a flow restriction. The drain line will be under pressure when the regeneration/backwash cycle is working, therefore make sure the drain line is well secured. The drain line will need to dump into a drain that is a minimum diameter of 1 1/2" and ideally be below the top of the head of your softener. All local building codes should be adhered to. Drain connection locations vary with each control valve. Fleck valves generally have this connection located on the top of the valve - refer to your manual for specific locations - you will see this connection point located near the "drain line flow control" or DLFC. Note: Never connect the drain line directly into a drain. Allow an air gap between the drain tubing and waste line to prevent the possibility of reverse siphoning. Often times, a washing machine drain is a conveniently located and can be used. We do not recommend use of a check valve, as a check valve can fail, and lead to reverse siphoning. CAI Technologies
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I don't believe so, the diameter on input and/or output outlets on the pump, may not fit properly where the pump attaches to the filtration system on the pools side.
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Yes, water needs to below the output source. Lower water, attach, and fill to top. Our pool was full and being used, we lowered the water, attached the sand filter, and then added more water.
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You can use this with above ground swimming pools, as long as the filter flow rate is less than 4000 gallons per hour. It's quite simple to install with intex pump and filter, but if it's not, you will need a few things from home depot. I would suggest two 2" union fittings (slip), Two 2" female adapters (one sif s is threaded the other smooth), and some 2" elbows will be needed. For more info email me hookdup88@gmail
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Yes. We use it on an Intex above ground pool & it works fine. You will need to purchase pole & hose separately, since it does not come with vacuum head.
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I installed mine before I opened my pool for the season. The water was below the return and made the install quite easy. IMO, it would be worth the time to drain your water level before installation. The manual describes how to do it with a filled pool, but it seems like it would be a pain.
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Yes I used mine with our above ground pool. My husband installed a union and put it in line from the filter to the water output.
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James, I have an Intex pool and used this pump, filter along with my regular pump, filter that came with my pool. I used PVC to create a intake and output to and from the pool. I have no prior PVC experience, and was able to get some pointers from my local Lowes store. I found it was very easy to assemble and my pool water looks great! I have also saved money on chemicals. As for attaching the pump to your side mount system, I think the suction would be too much and probably damage your pool.
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It really worked great for an above ground pool. I had so many problems with cloudy pool water and algae forming with the little circulation that I was getting with only one return. The Circulator was a dream come true. No more pool nightmares, I am finally enjoying it now. I would truly say that the circulator is a must for all above ground pools.
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It depends upon the flow rate of the pump. This device requires a flow rate of 1,500-4,000 gph to work right. If the filter pump you use on your pool is in that range it will work. Then you may need to leave it on longer to get the required amount of Chlorine. To be certain you should check the manufacture specs of the Intex to be sure it will adequately chlorinate that much water.
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Yes, on the bottom of the pool, won't drain that way. Let the air out of the tubes, its easier.
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I bought this pump for my 24' intex above ground pool and it work beautifully. Crystal clean water and circulates great.