Antifreeze in pump and filter

[Kcobb]

This is our first yr closing. Our pool is vynil inground . Do we need to put antifreeze in the pump and sand filter?

 

[Texas Splash]

Do we need to put antifreeze in the pump and sand filter?

You do not. Not in those. You may however elect to place some pool (or RV) antifreeze in some of the plumbing. But take a look at the link below. It should help considerably. If you have more question let us know.

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Closing an In Ground Pool

Winterizing a pool is essential for keeping your in-ground pool protected during cold-weather months. This Pool Repair guide will show you how to do it.

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[Texas Splash]

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[derekm]

No antifreeze. I remove the stoppers on the sand filter and pump and let them drain. Then I take the pump indoors for winter storage (optional, but eliminates any possibility of freezing and cuts down on rust). It's also a good time to take your pump in for maintenance. Just got a seal and bearings replaced on my 2006 pump, so I'm good to go in the spring.

 

[Kcobb]

Hopefully I got it updated. Thanks for the help. We drained it all this year and purchased a big heavy duty tarp and left it folded in half and covered over the pump and sand filter. We purchased the house this year and the previous owners replaced the pump last year. We replaced one of the seals bc it was kinked and leaking water tho. What all do we need to do as a routine yearly maintenance.

 

[Kcobb]

Also we put the drain plugs back on the day after we drained everything. Is that ok or do they need to remain off?

 

[Texas Splash]

Is that ok or do they need to remain off?

As long as all the water drained it should be okay. If you aren't worried about critters crawling into the opening, you can leave it off. Your choice.