- May 21, 2008
- 216
- Pool Size
- 16000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Monarch ESC36 / ESC8000
Dave..Thanks for catching that. Here's the deal. The 5 psi reading has been the norm/usual pressure I see when I put in a new or really well cleaned cartridge. I usually runs 7-12 after a bit of use. May be the gauge or could be normal for this setup. I have all 2" pipe with 2 skimmers and a bottom drain. As the filter is 175 sq. ft., and I am getting good flow out all 6 returns. I can also open deck jets (2) and easily get 3 feet high with the stream. As the filter gets dirty and/or the pump strainer get some trash in it, I can tell by the deck jets, return flow and even the flapper in my check valve that doesn't open fully. I do know that the trash I found on the impeller earlier today WAS keeping some flow/pressure down. Now after a good cleaning, the water is even rippling (sp) and I haven't moved any of the eyes. As always, I appreciate anything you may see or catch as I am learning more here that I ever imagined! Please keep those messages and notes coming! They are sincerely appreciated !! Your thoughts???