Deep Cleaning Sand filter, need a piece replaced.

[JenMichelle]

So I watched the video on deep cleaning Hayward sand filters, and mine was AWFUL, I let water run for two hours and it still was black, gunky, goo coming up. I have decided to clean out filter and replace with new sand, we have only lived here for a year and I don't think the previous owners EVER deep cleaned or changed the sand and the pool is 12 years old at least. Anywho... When I pulled the top multiport thing up there was a part that was broken, I did not do this, I guess it ran fine last year like this. But I want to make sure the efficiency of the filter isn't compromised and can I order and replace this part that is broken? It's the piece that sits on the white pipe that comes out of the sand inside the filter.

 

[woodyp]

You most likely still can if you have the model# of that filter. If not, post us up a pic. The white pipe is the "stand" pipe.

 

[JenMichelle]

This is the piece that is broken. My pump is a Hayward E-Series E-200. It looks like there are three or four sections and only one is broken.

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I'm also replacing sand today if anyone can give me tips on that. I finally got all the sand out last night after many cuss words; my pump is under the deck an in the most awkward place it was a pain but hopefully it will be the last time I EVER do this. My laterals bend up so once that contraption was out is was easy breezy.

 

[Kiss4aFrog]

Do you have the model number of the filter ?? And or the model/serial number off the label on the face of the multiport ??

 

[JenMichelle]

My "file upload manager" says I have exceeded attachments. I have three other pics I need to delete but I can't figure out how to delete them off the manager to have room to upload more. It says Vari-Flow XL valve SP714

 

[jblizzle]

There is a posting pictures tutorial in the forum issues section. Try that.

 

[DaneCE]

That valve costs around $75.

 

[Kiss4aFrog]

This is the best I can come up with. You might want to call them when you have the valve in hand or try Hayward customer service. Not sure it isn't worth just getting a whole assembly if it's only $75 ??

Diffuser $40
http://www.epoolshop.com/hayward_vari-flo_sp0714t_replacement_valve_parts.aspx

 

[JenMichelle]

Awesome! Thanks for the info guys, I'm just ordering the whole assembly, they have it on Amazon for $75, mine looks pretty old anyway. Mine is plumbed with pvc so I'm sure I will be back with questions on how to plumb the new one.

 

[DaneCE]

Awesome! Thanks for the info guys, I'm just ordering the whole assembly, they have it on Amazon for $75, mine looks pretty old anyway. Mine is plumbed with pvc so I'm sure I will be back with questions on how to plumb the new one.

I bought one from Amazon 2 years ago. It's a fairly simple job. If you don't have unions already with your pipe assembly, consider adding them. Better yet, buy a union with a valve.

I bought them at Lowe's. I have one before the input to my pump and one at the output from the valve/filter.

(it's for 2" PVC in the link but you need 1.5")
http://www.lowes.com/pd_209667-33599-P200U-40+2"_4294821976+4294821174_16?productId=3138603

 

[JenMichelle]

I tried to click on the link but it no longer works. After spending an hour in Lowes scratching my head and trying to figure out all the fittings, I think I've got it. I purchased these unions http://m.lowes.com/pd/Homewerks-Worldwide-1-12-in-Dia-PVC-Sch-40-Union/50160561 to help me disconnect my new multi-port valve easier for deep cleaning the sand filter. They have a little o ring in them. It will hopefully make that task easier. I have all the pvc supplies ready! Now just waiting mpv to arrive. Feel free to chime in with suggestions ��

 

[Kiss4aFrog]

That link did work for me ???

Here is one for the 1.5" valve at Lowes. http://www.lowes.com/pd_209665-3414...currentURL=?Ntt=american+valve+1.5&facetInfo=

 

[JenMichelle]

That link did work! That's a great idea!