Can I change sand before opening the pool for the season?

[jenens]

I need to change the sand in our filter. (I believe some of the laterals need replaced as sand is returning to the pool). Can I do this before opening the pool for the season? And if so, how?

I’m caught up on it’s recommended to backwash and rinse after new sand is added. But how do I accomplish this when we haven’t opened yet and pump isn’t primed?

 

[Newdude]

But how do I accomplish this when we haven’t opened yet and pump isn’t primed?

You don't.

The way I see it, every new build in the land has their filter put together and filled before the pump is running, so you'll be no different. Fix the filter and backwash/rinse when its possible to do so.

And Welcome to TFP !!!