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    Dirt/sand in the pool. How to get rid of it?

    It's a slide valve (I misspoke earlier). Would it be easier to upgrade to a multiport or install a 3-way valve between the pump output and the filter? I'm leaning towards installing the 3-way, but since the slide valve leaks occasionally, replacing it is definitely an option, too.
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    Dirt/sand in the pool. How to get rid of it?

    Should I just install a ball valve and T-intersection between the pump outlet and the multiport valve? Is vacuuming to waste like that the preferred method of cleaning large amounts of dirt like this? I've gone through 3 backwashes this week so far and only about 1/4 of the way done getting...
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    Dirt/sand in the pool. How to get rid of it?

    Newbie here.... I've made a lot of mistakes in the past year or so in reference to owning and maintaining a pool. Currently in the process of rectifying those mistakes. Step one.... I have a lot of dirt/sand at the bottom of my pool. I live in the desert and it's windier than a politician...
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