What are the settings on a pool pump?

What are the settings on a pool pump?

There are 6 settings on the multiport valve

• Filter. This is the normal setting for filtering your pool water.
• Rinse. This setting re-compacts the sand in the filter after backwashing.
• Circulate/Recirculate/Bypass. This setting returns water to the pool without passing through the filter.

How does a pool pump system work?

Water is drawn from your pool by the powerful suction created from the pump. The pump draws the water through the skimmers and drains, removing large debris during the journey. When the pump’s impeller is reached, pressure forces water through the filer, catching any debris not caught by skimmer baskets.

Should all valves be open on pool?

For proper water circulation, it is best to position the flap so that it is about 2/3 closed. This will allow for more flow through the main drain than through the skimmer, which will promote a “bottom-to-top” circulation throughout the pool.

What speed should my pool pump be on?

I suggest running your pump on a higher setting for an hour or two. This would be somewhere in the high 2,000 RPMs. This will allow a good mixture of your chemicals, your automatic pool cleaner to run around, and get a good portion of your pool water through the filter.

Are pool pumps supposed to run all the time?

However, there is no set rule, and running it during the day is fine, also. Getting your water cleaned is more important than when it actually happens. Therefore, you can choose a time that’s best for you. Many people choose to run their pool pump during the day, while it’s in use.

What are the parts of pool pump system?

The pool pump consists of an electric motor and front housing with a strainer basket to catch large debris and prevent it from entering the filter. The motor spins at high RPM’s turning an impeller which draws water into the suction lines, through the pump, and into the pool filter.

What is the recirculate position on a pool pump?

Recirculate Like the “Waste” setting, “Recirculate” is another bypass position on the multiport valve. Instead of going through the filter, the water moves from the pool pump straight to the “Return” port.

What is the difference between waste and backwash?

Filter Settings Drain/Waste: Opting the drain or waste setting will remove pool water without forcing it through the filter. Backwash: This clears out any debris, dirt and other contaminants that may have accumulated on the filter.

When Shocking a pool should the pump be on?

Ensure the pool pump is running. Pour the mixture from the bucket into the water around the edges of the pool. Let the pump run for about 6 hours or more and test the water. Don’t use the pool right away – wait for the free chlorine levels to drop to 1 – 3 ppm before it is safe to swim.

Should skimmer and main drain be open?

Should all pool valves be open?

What is the flow rate of a pool pump?

The flow rate is the measurement of how many gallons a pool pump can process every minute or every hour. We can use the pool volume and desired turnover rate to calculate what flow rate we need. Flow Rate (GPH) = Total Gallons / Turnover Rate / 60 Flow Rate (GPM) = Flow Rate (GPH) / 24

What size pool pump do I need for my Pool?

Now that we have the minimum and maximum flow rates for your pool setup, put them together to get to your flow rate range: one of the two main specs for determining the pool pump size you need. So, let’s say you have a 15,000 gallon inground pool. With two turnovers per day, your minimum flow rate comes to 20.8 GPM.

How much horsepower does a pool pump have?

All pool pump models will have charts with horsepower estimates based on flow rate ranges and total dynamic head. In our inground pool example, we need a pool pump with a 20.8-43 GPM flow rate range and 50 TDH (also called Feet of Head).

How many turnovers should a pool pump have a day?

That’s why your pool pump’s calculated turnover rate should be capable of 3 to 4 turnovers per day. The flow rate is the measurement of how many gallons a pool pump can process every minute or every hour. We can use the pool volume and desired turnover rate to calculate what flow rate we need.