Hayward DE Pool Filter Pressure

[JonTucson]

Hi all,

I recently have been trying to get my pool working after years of stagnation. I purchased a new Hayward 48sqft DE filter and installed it myself. When i flip the system on, i can immediately see the pressure rise to over 30lbs. This happened within 1 minute of turning the system on for the first time too. I also tried cleaning the grids, but the pressure continues to be the same. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

 

[JVTrain]

We'll need more information about your pool set up, especially your pump. What filter did your remove in order to install this one?

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[Inflatableman1]

Is it circulating well to the pool?


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[OldPoolMan]

Hi Jon. It really sounds like you installed the filter wrong. I don't mean to insult you. I just want to help. Perhaps you can double check your install instructions? You have 3 ports to plumb in and I once plumbed one in backwards and it did what yours is doing now

 

[Hayward Pool]

Did you install a push pull or multiport valve. I agree, there may be a problem with plumbing connections. Check to make sure they are going to right place. Also with a 48, you need 6lbs of DE when you charge a clean filter.