Slowly add the required amount of DE Powder into the skimmer. If you simply dump the DE Powder into the skimmer, you may clog the pipes. When the gauge hits its normal operational value, stop adding powder.
Add a Comment. I have a Hayward de filter, purchased sept near end of season. The grid pipe is frozen onto the bottom pipe. I cleaned it once in June and had trouble then too. I put a new o- ring and lube at that time. Can you provide a suggestion to help me separate the grid unit? Thanks Reply. How long do I wait before going swimming.?
If so, that was the wrong way to do it. You can vacuum your stray DE powder into the filter, or you can try to push the pules of DE into the main drain. Once the DE powder is in the filter, you can start swimming. Filter chart says that I should use 6 lbs of DE, but for the same surface area the DE bag indicates I should only use 4.
My operating pressure always seems to start at 13 psi after cleaning and reapplying DE, but I lose output around 18 psi, so I feel like my system isn't meeting the standard 10 psi life cycle that is commonly referenced, and I thought maybe I'm using too much DE. A full dose of DE is not necessary after a backwash, because not all the old DE is cleared from the system. Can you convert this to volume so I can use a 2QT measuring cup?
For awhile I was getting DE in my pool, thought it was the elements, replaced them they were 10 yrs old , and it didn't make any difference. Maybe I was using too much Either way, it might mean getting a pool professional involved to help solve the issue.
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If inhaled, remove yourself from the area and get fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Skin contact:. Rinse immediately with water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician if irritation develops or persists Eye contact:. Rinse immediately with water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye.
Call a physician if irritation develops or persists. Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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It may not display this or other websites correctly. You should upgrade or use an alternative browser. Jul 3, Tomball, Texas. You're supposed to add it after you backwash or clean the filter. Rangeball Well-known member. May 25, True bumping just redistributes the DE, so no reason to add more.
That's what I thought. The guys at the pool store told me I should add some after I bump, so I thought I'd ask here before I followed their directions! Albert Well-known member.
May 20, 53 Minnesota. Aug 2, Northeastern Ohio. Also, you only add the full amount of DE your filter calls for 6lbs for the 65, I believe the first time you add DE for the season. That's exactly what I did - backwashed and added just under 5 lbs to filter. Works great.
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