What should the pressure gauge read on my Hayward sand 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.
How do you know if your sand filter is working properly?
If you’ve noticed that the backwashing cycles have become shorter, then you should check to see if the sand filter is dirty or greasy. If the filter is dirty or greasy, then don’t be surprised if it takes on the appearance of sandy lard. When this happens, the water doesn’t flow through the sand filter media.
How old is the sand filter on my Pool?
My pool is about thirty years old, and the filter is about 15 Years old. It is a Hayward S-200 with a vari-flow valve like yours mounted on its side. You should post a picture of yours so we know what you have. My S-200 is easy to service, just remove the hardware, about 24 nuts & bolts and the top lifts off.
When do I backwash my Hayward sand filter?
Backwash until the waste line water or site-glass water on the side of the valve becomes clear.
Why do you need a Hayward pool filter?
For over 80-years, Hayward has been helping pool owners enjoy the pleasures of pool ownership by manufacturing cutting edge, technologically advanced pool equipment worldwide. Our goal is that at the end of the day, your only concern is to turn your equipment on and off.
Where do I find the Hayward filter tag serial number?
Hayward Filter Tag Serial numbers for Controls, Electronic Chlorination, and ColorLogic Lighting typically follow a format like this: 1M12345-1234567 (all numbers with the exception of the letter in the second position). For products such as Aqua Rite, the serial number can be found inside the door of the control
Backwash until the waste line water or site-glass water on the side of the valve becomes clear.
What kind of sand do you need for a Hayward pool filter?
No. 20 silica sand, .45 to .55 mm size, is required in a Hayward filter. Or, too much sand may be in the filter, causing it to flow into the pool. If you find dirt in the filter, it may indicate that the lateral sheets inside the filter are broken.
Are there any problems with the Hayward pool filters?
Each has a different method of filtering out contaminants from pool water. These filter types are not unique to Hayward, and like similar filter devices from other manufacturers, Hayward filters can have various minor problems that are usually fairly easy to solve.
What does high pressure reading on sand filter mean?
Some of the problems with sand filters are similar to those with DE filters, while others are unique to this type. A high pressure reading on the gauge is usually an indication that the sand is fully impregnated with debris and that the system needs to be backwashed to cleanse it.
