17-8569 pool Filters

Sand filters are sold in different tank diameters, from 16" diameter, up to 36" diameter, holding less than 100 lbs of pool filter sand, up to 600 lbs of sand. Below are some guidelines for sizing sand pool filters properly. Another rule of thumb is to buy 1.5 sq ft of filter area per 10,000 gallons of pool water. So it depends on the diameter. Increases roughly 50lbs. after 16" DIA.

If you have a above ground pool go with the Cartridge or sand, and if underground go sand or D.E. All have their ups and down you should find out what you want from them specifically cause they all do varying amounts of the same thing.

Sand Filters (Filters using literally sand)
For sand filters, on inground pools, I like to use a 30 inch tank diameter, which is a 4.9 sq. ft. filter surface area, and holds 600 lbs of sand. For small pools (under 20,000 gals), I might advise the next size down (24 inch tank), if the budget is tight. But never go smaller than a this for an inground pool.
Cartridge Filters (like a air filter)
I have a rule of thumb for cartridge pool filters. 100 sq. ft. of filter surface area per 10,000 gals of pool water, as a minimum. I like to see the 400 sq. ft. models on inground pools above 25,000 gals. These can go an entire season without cleaning in most cases.
D.E. Filters (Ground up fossilized algae)
Because they offer the most superior type of filtration, people tend to go small with DE, and buy a 24 or 36 sq. ft. DE filter. Ugh - go Big! Nothing below a 48 sq. ft. filter, and if your pool is over 25,000 gals, go with the Big Boy - the 60 sq. ft. filter.

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Also make sure the filter can take the amount of water that the pump is pushing through it.

clean filters and super shock after clear then clean filters again

As you probably know, there are three main types of filters. There are cartridge filters, sand filters and diatomaceous earth (D.E.) filters. This difference in these tree types of filters is centered on whether it is more important to you to have clear water or if you want very easy maintenance. 5/8 x 9 3/4 Tsc Microban filters are of the cartridge variety and people usually purchase them because they leave your pool water crystal clear.

Here is a copy of the users manual for Sta Rite BRPB30 pool filters.


http://www.pool-filters.com/pdf/Sta-Rite-HRPB-Filter-Manual.pdf

Check the users manual for these pool filters. They might have the diagram that you are looking for. They contain pretty detailed instructions.

http://www.backyardcitypools.com/pool-filters/Pentair-Pool-Filters.htm

filters are too good for pump system.

These pool pumps seam to over heat fast, no quick fix.

* Try getting more air flow around pump.
* Only use pump when using pool or near by.
* Use a pool cover - will help stop dirt/rubbish getting into pool - less to filter.