Hi all
I read on a few websites that sand should be replaced every five to seven years...because the sand edges get worn down and won't trap solids and particulates as well. I don't think that passes the sniff teat, but wanted some thoughts from this group.
Another question I have is about the plumbing - the sand filter does not have quick connects - should it? When i pop the top off to give it a deep clean, the plumbing will still obviously be connected - should I take this opportunity to cut the lines and install quick connects?
Much appreciated any insight from the TFP gurus...
Tom
18000 IG, SWG, 1/2 HP Tri Star + Solar PV direct DC Lorentz pump, Sand filtrt
I read on a few websites that sand should be replaced every five to seven years...because the sand edges get worn down and won't trap solids and particulates as well. I don't think that passes the sniff teat, but wanted some thoughts from this group.
Another question I have is about the plumbing - the sand filter does not have quick connects - should it? When i pop the top off to give it a deep clean, the plumbing will still obviously be connected - should I take this opportunity to cut the lines and install quick connects?
Much appreciated any insight from the TFP gurus...
Tom
18000 IG, SWG, 1/2 HP Tri Star + Solar PV direct DC Lorentz pump, Sand filtrt
Your gut is correct on both notes. Sand doesn't go bad unless someone decides to corrupt it with pool store junk that gums it up. The deep cleans are all you need. As for the quick disconnects ... yes. Ideally you should have some unions so that you can remove the multiport more efficiently without wrestling with the plumbing, or in some cases cutting the lines. Hope that helps.