Vacuum out filter housing?

[Meaty]

Hi
ive used my pool pump/filter to vacuum out dirt, leaves, etc from the bottom of my pool. When I was hosing off the filter I noticed setiment build up in the bottom of the housing that contains the actual filter. Am I correct assuming I should periodically shop vac out that area to?

thanks in advance

 

[JVTrain]

I certainly would. Larger, heavier particles will end up down there rather than in the filter. Might as well get them out while you're cleaning.

 

[Texas Splash]

That's a good idea. Eventually sand and minor debris can pile-up at the bottom. I clean mine out as well. If you don't have a spigot connection at the bottom to flush it out, then yes, just use your Shop-Vac. Good call.

 

[Meaty]

Thanks!