An above-ground pool heater makes it possible to enjoy your pool for longer than just two hot months during the summer. The amount of difficulty involved really depends on the type of heater. There are gas heaters, electric heaters, and solar heaters. Normally a solar heater will have much...
Consider how deep your pool is, and whether you feel comfortable diving to that level in order to replace the drain cover. If you have previous experience of diving in this type of condition, then you should get your scuba-diving gear on, and go to the bottom of the pool. If you are...
How to Replace a Pool Skimmer.A skimmeris a vital cog in a pool, used for removing debris and protecting your pool pump. Simple maintenance will extend the life of your skimmer and should be performed regularly, as replacing a skimmer is a large, difficult project for all but the most ex...
Unplug the pump once your cover looks dry. Finally, you could use a siphon. This is the cheapest option and works best if you have an above ground pool because of the gravity you need to keep the siphon flowing. You can use a short garden hose or PVC pipe and create the siphon yours...
After you’ve installed a new pool pump and completed all the plumbing and electrical connections, one very critical procedure remains when you start the pool pump for the first time. To create adequate suction to pull water from the pool, push it throug
Winterizing is usually done to prevent freeze damage to the pool and pump caused by frigid temperatures, but it may also be done simply to protect the pool if you happen to be leaving home for an extended period. In a southern climate, for example, you may winterize the pool if you ar...
Now you will see the motor shaft seal. One half on the pool pump impeller and the other half in the seal plate on the shaft. Step13 Inspect the threads on the inside of the pool pump impeller. If these are badly worn, you will have to replace the impeller. ...
In most cases, this is a simple matter of cleaning the filter to remove the debris that is clogging the filter and causing the motor to work harder in its effort to pump water. Remember that there is a limited life to any pool filter. Bestway recommends that owners replace the ...
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dirt or rocks get into the plumbing while the pool is being finished. Once the pool is finished you can remove the caps and finish hooking up the pipes to the pump. Continually check the ground for any wet spots. You may have to dig up a section to repair some pipes that were ...