I have a small hayward sand filter, model VL40T32. It's has a flow of 1800 gallons per hour. Is this enough flow to power this vac?
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Yes. Mine is the same and it works fine. Depending on how much you need to clean may need to backwash but it works fine.
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I bought the pond vac to remove dead "sludge" from the bottom of my water garden ponds.It will certainly pick up sand. I must admit though,that the vacuum power requires constant "tickling" to maintain the vacuum power (the placement of the vacuum has to be ideally below the pond level being vacuumed.
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NO DEFINTELY n NOT. Amazon does NOT carry the proper valve for this sand filter. Took me two weeks to locate one in Georgia. Valve is the part that fits into both 2" PVC fittings on side of sand filter. Spring loaded handle with positions for Backwash - Rinse - etc. Salvage tht IF you can.
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The real question is will your Sand Filter pump work with the DE filter. I did not chnage my process I replacerd a DE filter with the same kind.Hope this helps. You will also need the black floor base that is sold seperately.
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I believe it comes down to the flow. I believe the flow of this filter is 30 gallons per minute. Double check that value, but it should not be a problem. FYI: I use it on a 50 h.p. 2 stroke and the added insurance of a water seperator allows me to go furthet out than I probably should. Besides, its a Racor!
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Hello Alean.I converted mine to a Hayward sand filter. Bought a sfs 2000 pump but decided to go to a larger pump for our 20ft Summer escape. The Summer Escape Skimmer requires an adapter to take the place of the pump but after purchasing both decided to go with the larger Hayward skimmer. That required punching some new holes to mount but sealed without any problems. Hoses, PVC (1 1/2") and a platform for the pump and strainer.P.S. The Hayward Pump/strainer moves twice+ the water as the SFS2000 and uses about the same amount of electricity and can run hours and hours. The sand filter since mid summer 2012 has already paid for itself in the amount of skimmer filters I no longer buy. Hello Alean.I converted mine to a Hayward sand filter. Bought a sfs 2000 pump but decided to go to a larger pump for our 20ft Summer escape. The Summer Escape Skimmer requires an adapter to take the place of the pump but after purchasing both decided to go with the larger Hayward skimmer. That required punching some new holes to mount but sealed without any problems. Hoses, PVC (1 1/2") and a platform for the pump and strainer.P.S. The Hayward Pump/strainer moves twice+ the water as the SFS2000 and uses about the same amount of electricity and can run hours and hours. The... » Read More Hello Alean.I converted mine to a Hayward sand filter. Bought a sfs 2000 pump but decided to go to a larger pump for our 20ft Summer escape. The Summer Escape Skimmer requires an adapter to take the place of the pump but after purchasing both decided to go with the larger Hayward skimmer. That required punching some new holes to mount but sealed without any problems. Hoses, PVC (1 1/2") and a platform for the pump and strainer.P.S. The Hayward Pump/strainer moves twice+ the water as the SFS2000 and uses about the same amount of electricity and can run hours and hours. The sand filter since mid summer 2012 has already paid for itself in the amount of skimmer filters I no longer buy. « Show Less
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I'm not a pool expert. But, I would say this pump/filter would be sufficient. I would buy it. Especially knowing the amount of water circulation in my pool after buying my Hayward filter/pump. I would think you would be very satisfied. You will need to buy a stronger vacuum hose and 6- 2" or 2.5" hose clamps! The hoses that come with the pump/filter will connect direct to your factory Intex water inlet valves!!! Terry
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I use mine to pump water to a water slide going into the pool. Based on what I've seen, I doubt it has enough flow to vacuum the pool.
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If I understand your question correctly, sounds like maybe you have the wrong size hose from the pump back to the pool. Are you going through a sand filter?
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Hi Joan, I think so. Cross-reference it on Hayward's web site, or give their tech support a call. They are a great resource and usually very helpful. I have the DE 4800 and I'm pretty sure this is the same one that I bought when I rebuilt by filter last year. Hope this helps.
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J - I don't have time to calculate the number of gallons in a pool that size... Mine is a 24 ft diamater round pool with 52-inch walls and holds 10 - 12,000 gallons of water. My Hayward 1 1/2 hp powerflow pump does an excellent job of circulating the water and the filter keeps the water clean. I am very content with the setup. My best advice is to buy more than the minimum you will need. My pool will operate on a 1 hp pump, but the extra 1/2 hp really helps. The pump won't have to work as hard, it will be quieter, you will have power when you need it (for vacuuming, etc.), and you will be happier. J - I don't have time to calculate the number of gallons in a pool that size... Mine is a 24 ft diamater round pool with 52-inch walls and holds 10 - 12,000 gallons of water. My Hayward 1 1/2 hp powerflow pump does an excellent job of circulating the water and the filter keeps the water clean. I am very content with the setup. My best advice is to buy more than the minimum you will need. My pool will operate on a 1 hp pump, but the extra 1/2 hp really helps. The pump won't have to work as hard, it will be quieter, you will have power when you need it (for vacuuming, etc.), and you will be... » Read More J - I don't have time to calculate the number of gallons in a pool that size... Mine is a 24 ft diamater round pool with 52-inch walls and holds 10 - 12,000 gallons of water. My Hayward 1 1/2 hp powerflow pump does an excellent job of circulating the water and the filter keeps the water clean. I am very content with the setup. My best advice is to buy more than the minimum you will need. My pool will operate on a 1 hp pump, but the extra 1/2 hp really helps. The pump won't have to work as hard, it will be quieter, you will have power when you need it (for vacuuming, etc.), and you will be happier. « Show Less
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I am using it on a 11.5K gallon in ground with a 3/4hp pump. no problems whatsoever. the hayward site offers tips on determining size. this one was a bit bigger, i could have gone with a C900, but this filters more water in a shorter timeframe. You want to be sure it will circulate your entire pool in 10 hours. One note, you can go somewhat bigger on a cartridge filter, but dont do it on a sand filter.
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Last year used with my filter pump you get with pool but i bouht it for my sand pump it will thats what im going to use it with better thsn old way vacum dosent take long cleaning get to swim more glad i found it thanks have a great day.
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I looked up your model on the web. Seems like to be on the safe side, you better find your model number and purchase it. Or perhaps contact Hayward customer service and see what they recommend. There appears to be a variety of these depending on the filter. Good luck!
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Yes, I have an OLD 1 HP pump and the filter still works 100 times better than my old sand filter.
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I would think one should give you a good current. Remember your filtration system is also creating current. In my 10 gallon reef, I have this and a HOB for a 30 gallon but I was aiming for a higher current flow for my corals like the Xenia. With this powerhead, I can see an extremely slow movement of my sand. I must say extremely slow because I only can see it if I look at my sand at close up. Nothing that would create a sand shift though. Hope this helps.
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I have the 1500 and the actual flow rate is 360 gal per hour if the info on the box is correct. I notice that as the filters get dirtier the rate slows down a little