How does Hayward Vari Flo XL valve work?

Vari-Flo Control Valve Functions FILTER – For normal filtering and regular vacuuming. WASTE – By-passes the filter for draining or lowering pool water level and for vacuuming heavy debris directly to waste line. RECIRCULATE – Water is recirculated through the valve, by-passing the filter.

What setting should my pool pump be on?

The “Filter” setting circulates water through the sand or DE media, then out the filter through the return port to the pool. This is the standard setting for normal pump and filter operation. The “Backwash” setting redirects the flow of water backwards through the filter media to flush out contaminants.

What PSI should my Hayward pool filter?

Generally speaking, a pressure reading between 10 – 25 psi can be considered normal. Once you have installed a new filter, turn everything on and take a baseline reading. Each time that you change your pool filter take a new baseline reading.

What setting should my pool filter be on when shocking?

Also, should you run your filter when you shock your pool? It’s best to run the pool filter for 6-8 hour before shock treatment, and to schedule the shock when the sun has set.

Why does the Hayward pool pump work so well?

The Hayward pool pump works well because it creates a vacuum environment. Ensuring the pool hoses are securely attached prevents water from escaping and air from entering the system. Air in the system will prevent the filter from operating. Step 2

What is the owner’s manual for a Vari Flo pool?

Before servicing pool and spa water circulation system, all system and pump controls must be in off position and filter manual air relief valve must be in open position. Before starting system pump, all system valves must be set in a position to allow system water to return back to the pool.

Why is my Hayward Vari Flo XL pool leaking?

To be clear, after I backwash and rinse it pours water out the backwash line with the filter off or on. It continues flowing when I turn off the filter. The flow is steady but dies a little then surges back (with the filter off).

How do you operate a Hayward pool filter?

Never operate a Hayward filter without adequate water in the pump basket. Open the air valve. When first running the filter, open the air valve to allow any trapped air to escape. This enables the filter to create the necessary vacuum to properly clean the water. Once you see water begin to shoot out the air valve, promptly close the valve.

Where can I get a Vari Flo owner’s manual?

The NOTICE label indicates special instructions that are important but not related to hazards. Hayward Pool Products 620 Division Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07207 Phone: (908) 351.5400 O HAYWARD A WARNING – Read and follow all instructions in this owner’s manual and on the equipment.

How does the Hayward Pro Series sand filter work?

The Hayward Pro-series Sand Filters use this simple but very effective method to give you the filtration you need to clean your pool water. The water enters the Pro-series sand filter and is channeled to the top of the filter and falls on a bed of sand.