Bypass de filter help question

[OWSwimmer]

I want to temporarily bypass my d.e filter and not sure if my system will allow this. Is it possible to bypass my filter and how would I do it? Thanks!

 

[PoolStored]

As configured, you cannot bypass the filter.

What are you trying to accomplish by bypassing the filter?

 

[OWSwimmer]

I’m looking into doing a stain removing treatment by running ascorbic acid through the system.

 

[Jimrahbe]

OW,

Take the DE grids out of the filter..

Thanks,

Jim R.

 

[PoolStored]

Remove the DE and the grids.

 

[mknauss]

When doing an AA treatment, the pump should not be run.
Add the AA and brush the pool well. Once the stains lift, drain the pool and refill.

 

[OWSwimmer]

OW,

Take the DE grids out of the filter..

Thanks,

Jim R.

Thanks. 12° here now. Will have to wait till it warms up.

 

[pjt]

Are you still using that tab feeder?

 

[OWSwimmer]

Are you still using that tab feeder?

Never have used the tab feeder. My PB forgot we ordered a SWG and installed the tab feeder by mistake.

 

[proavia]

Never have used the tab feeder. My PB forgot we ordered a SWG and installed the tab feeder by mistake.

You would be better served by removing the tab feeder - and the cheap and restrictive check valve between the tab feeder and SWG. Also install a heater bypass to allow running the pump at a lower rpm which still satisfying the SWG flow switch when the heater is bypassed.

 

[OWSwimmer]

You would be better served by removing the tab feeder - and the cheap and restrictive check valve between the tab feeder and SWG. Also install a heater bypass to allow running the pump at a lower rpm which still satisfying the SWG flow switch when the heater is bypassed.

Thanks. I’ve longed for a heater bypass but haven’t gotten to it yet. I’m not sure what or where the restrictive check valve is that you mentioned. What is its purpose and is it possible to point it out? Thanks!

 

[Newdude]

I’m not sure what or where the restrictive check valve is that you mentioned. What is its purpose and is it possible to point it out?

The acid in the tabs eats the feeder, so a check valve is installed to stop the leaching acid from oozing upstream. But the acid once out of the feeder promptly starts eating the check valve, until that fails too.

Tab feeder/check valve : Halt there !!

Cyanuric Acid: lol. No.


Its much less of a deal having never used the feeder, but if you're out there cutting and gluing, pitch it for less restrictions.

 

[proavia]

Thanks. I’ve longed for a heater bypass but haven’t gotten to it yet. I’m not sure what or where the restrictive check valve is that you mentioned. What is its purpose and is it possible to point it out? Thanks!

No time like the present to put in the heater bypass.
@Newdude image shows the check valve.

 

[OWSwimmer]

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The acid in the tabs eats the feeder, so a check valve is installed to stop the leaching acid from oozing upstream. But the acid once out of the feeder promptly starts eating the check valve, until that fails too.

Tab feeder/check valve : Halt there !!

Cyanuric Acid: lol. No.


Its much less of a deal having never used the feeder, but if you're out there cutting and gluing, pitch it for less restrictions.

I see. I hear ya. Thanks