If you’re looking to get the most out of your pump this year, then here are the three things you should know:
There are several things that may indicate air in the pool pump, from greenish waters to lack of suction at the skimmer, to having a pump basket not full of water. The air can be mostly purged by simply forcing that air out with water. You can do this by:
For whatever reason, many pool owners don’t run their pool pump as often as they should. As a general rule, your pool pump should be running whenever your pool is open and in use for any type of swimming party where the pool water is being affected by the swimmer load. Continuous circulation will ensure that the water stays clean and is not affected by body oils, sun tan lotion and other contaminants from swimmers that can contribute to breaking down the pool chemicals leading to algae and bacteria growth.
Here are some situations when the pump may not need to be replaced:
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