How do you backwash a Hayward pool filter?
To backwash a Hayward pool filter, you will need to drain the pool water and then fill the filter with a clean pool water. Make sure to use a water heater to heat the water for the filter. Once you have both the filter and the water heated to the proper temperature, you will need to add the appropriate amount of chemicals. You will need to add about a gallon of pool water to the filter. If you are using a Hayward filter pump, you will want to add the water slowly
How to backwash a Hayward pool filter cover pump?
To backwash your Hayward pool filter pump, turn the Hayward filter pump switch to the “off” position. Then, reach down and remove the pump cover and move it to the side. Once the cover is out of the way, you can see the water discharge tube. If the tube is clogged, you can clean it out with a hose. Once the tube is clear, turn the filter pump switch to the “on” position and let the filter pump run. Now
How to backwash a Hayward pool filter?
The Hayward PowerFlo Series pool filters have a unique backwash system which helps clean the filter and the filter housing itself. To backwash the filter, first, remove the drain plug. Then, slowly turn on the backwash system. The filter will start to spin. When it is fully spinning, slowly increase the water flow until it reaches the maximum backwash setting. After the filter is backwashed for 30 seconds, slowly drain the water. Typically, you should repeat this procedure once every 1-
How to backwash a Hayward pool filter cover?
To backwash your Hayward filter and filter cover, turn on your filter pump and let it run for 5-10 minutes. Once the filter pump is running, turn on your Hayward filter cover inlet valve and slowly feed water into your filter until the water level reaches the top of the filter cover. Once the water level is at the top, slowly turn your filter pump off. If you have a Hayward filter cover with an air intake, slowly feed air into the filter for another 10 minutes. Now
How to backwash a Hayward pool filter pump?
The Hayward RTS-2 includes a filter pump that cycles water through the filter to dislodge and remove debris. When your filter pump is cycling, it’s not accomplishing much other than using up extra water and energy. If your Hayward filter is cycling and not cleaning your pool properly, it’s time to backwash it. You can backwash your Hayward filter by following these steps:
