Information on Pool Filters Parts and Accessories » Pool Filters http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog Customer Service 888-300-2550 (8 am - 4 pm PST) Mon, 30 Aug 2010 11:54:09 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Pool Filters with Cartridges are Useful in Cleaning Ponds http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2010/08/pool-filters-with-cartridges-are-useful-in-cleaning-ponds/ http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2010/08/pool-filters-with-cartridges-are-useful-in-cleaning-ponds/#comments Mon, 16 Aug 2010 11:03:43 +0000 admin http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/?p=253 The pool users’ concern about pumping thousands of gallons of water through the filtering system every couple of hours to enable filtration of the water no longer need to be followed strictly. This is valid in old filters and filtering systems. But the new pool filters are cartridge enabled and that allows filtration of water to take place almost twenty-four hours.

The cartridge of the filters is made up of a distinct filament that is capable of trapping all kind of dirt on its pores. People know them as polyesters and they are fibrous filaments that have very tiny pores to resist the flow of impurities. Only water can escape and anything else has to settle down on its surface.

The filtration with such amazing pool equipment is a continuous process and people can really make their pond water crystal clean and vivid. They are compact and serve as an anonymous means to get the water cleansed and purified without the need of installing huge filtering systems and big pumps. Infact, they function better than the old filters as their filtering medium can trap particles that are even 5 microns sized. Thus, minerals, microbes, algae and everything else get trapped and there is no escape for these extraneous particles.

Whenever their cartridge gets clogged, it is also easy to get them cleaned by simply hosing with water, muriatic acids and chlorine. The use of acids is required only when the cartridge has sticky substances on its surface. Just one time washing cleans it off all dirt. Replacement of the cartridge is also possible.

]]> http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2010/08/pool-filters-with-cartridges-are-useful-in-cleaning-ponds/feed/ 0 Pool Filters Make it Unnecessary to Replace Water After Summers http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2010/07/pool-filters-make-it-unnecessary-to-replace-water-after-summers/ http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2010/07/pool-filters-make-it-unnecessary-to-replace-water-after-summers/#comments Tue, 27 Jul 2010 10:45:49 +0000 admin http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/?p=216 Using a pool filter makes it possible for people to avoid replacing the water of their pools after summers. The reason is cartridge filters keep the water clean and pure throughout the season. Filters of brands like Hayward, Astral and Unicel can really serve well as once they are installed the water of pool remains crystal clear.

During hot days, water of pools usually shrinks by an inch in every week. So, if the water level has gone down, then pool users can refill by adding on the water that they are using in ponds. The filters used in ponds initiate the filtration process and keep the water free from germs and impurities of all kind. Moreover, the water balance remains perfect with pH balance not exceeding 7.2 to 7.8, alkalinity level at 80-120 ppm and Chlorine levels at 3 – 4 ppm. So, there is no need to replace the water and hence many gallons can be saved from being wasted.

The importance of cartridge filters in pools is rated very high. They help to maintain pools and prolong pond’s longevity. The users can find relief on getting them installed as they are no longer bothered with back-washing their dirt filled ponds. The clogged filters are also easy to clean as the cartridges can be hosed with water jets and cleaned with muriatic acids. This releases impurities and the filter can be restarted for executing the filtration process. The water of the pool thus remains safe for use and does not require replacement.

]]> http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2010/07/pool-filters-make-it-unnecessary-to-replace-water-after-summers/feed/ 0 How To Open A Swimming Pool http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2008/04/how-to-open-a-swimming-pool/ http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2008/04/how-to-open-a-swimming-pool/#comments Thu, 24 Apr 2008 07:23:22 +0000 admin http://poolfilters.biz/blog/?p=25 A pool properly maintained during the winter months can be prepared for a new season of swimming with a minimum of effort. Pump, hose, or sweep away water, dirt, or debris from the cover and deck. Remove the cover and plugs from all openings.

If the water was in good shape at the end of last season, proper cover removal will ensure that your pool opens relatively clear.

If they were removed at the pool closing, raise the underwater lights from the bottom of the pool and install them in their niches

Turn on the electric power and start up the support system. Check for leaks and proper operation. If you find any problems, consult your owner’s manual or contact a local pool service company. Have the heater professionally serviced before you use it.

Test and adjust the pH and total alkalinity. Super chlorinate and adjust the PH & Alkalinity levels of the water. Run the pump 24 hours a day at the beginning of the season when it may be difficult to get the pool water balanced. You can reduce the pump operating time in one-hour increments once you’ve got the water in shape. Treat the water with an algaecide. After several hours of operation, test the chlorine level and adjust it as needed. If the chlorine level is high, do not use the pool until it drops to normal levels.

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]]> http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2008/04/how-to-open-a-swimming-pool/feed/ 0 How to Know How Many Hours to Run a Pool Filter http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2008/02/how-to-know-how-many-hours-to-run-a-pool-filter/ http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2008/02/how-to-know-how-many-hours-to-run-a-pool-filter/#comments Sat, 23 Feb 2008 07:26:15 +0000 admin http://poolfilters.biz/blog/?p=21 Swimming pool water clarity is a combination of filtration and maintaining the chemical balance of your pool – Both are needed. This article will help you understand your filtration needs and how long the filter should be run.

1. Check with your pool supplier for proper testing kits and chemicals.

2. Use a ph and chlorine tester to see how much chlorine is in the water if the pool has an automatic feeder.

3. See how clean your pool is by examining the water, amount of bugs, etc.. on the water and in the water.

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]]> http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2008/02/how-to-know-how-many-hours-to-run-a-pool-filter/feed/ 0 What is The Purpose of a Swimming Pool Filter System? http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2008/02/what-is-the-purpose-of-a-swimming-pool-filter-system/ http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2008/02/what-is-the-purpose-of-a-swimming-pool-filter-system/#comments Wed, 06 Feb 2008 10:54:24 +0000 admin http://poolfilters.biz/blog/?p=20 The main purpose of the swimming pool filter system is to keep your pool water clear and clean. All the different types of pool filters are manufactured for the removal of airborne dirt and leaves, organic matter introduced by bathers and other organisms such as bacteria and algae.

This mechanical entrapping process is achieved through different techniques which lead us to the 3 main types of swimming pool filters: cartridge pool filters, diatomaceous earth pool filters, and sand pool filters.

Cartridge Swimming Pool Filters

Looking for top-end filter performance with the lowest maintenance? Look at a cartridge pool filter. This long proven design uses special filter elements to strip particles from pool water with great effectiveness…particles as small as 25-100 microns in size (particles smaller than 40 microns cannot be seen by the human eye). Maintenance of a cartridge filter is easy. Open the top. Remove the cartridge. Hose it off. That’s it.

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]]> http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2008/02/what-is-the-purpose-of-a-swimming-pool-filter-system/feed/ 0 Swimming Pool Pump Facts http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2007/12/swimming-pool-pump-facts/ http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2007/12/swimming-pool-pump-facts/#comments Thu, 06 Dec 2007 07:29:29 +0000 admin http://poolfilters.biz/blog/?p=17 Why is a pool pump so important? Because it works with your pool’s filtration system to keep the pool clean of debris. The pump pulls water out of the pool through a skimmer basket and then through the filtering system, and back into the pool. Without the pump, nothing works.

Most types of pumps will state their capacity, so always know what size your pool is before looking for pool equipment. You should know the basic area of your pool as well as how many gallons it holds. Most pumps will designate how much water they can pump either hourly or by the minute.

In most cases, people run a swimming pool pump for six to eight hours a day, especially in the summertime and when the pool is being used. If your pool is small and stays relatively clean, you can cut back that running time in fall and winter months to save electricity.

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]]> http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2007/12/swimming-pool-pump-facts/feed/ 0 Know this When Replacing Swimming Pool Filters. http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2007/12/know-this-when-replacing-swimming-pool-filters/ http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2007/12/know-this-when-replacing-swimming-pool-filters/#comments Thu, 06 Dec 2007 07:15:52 +0000 admin http://poolfilters.biz/blog/?p=16 Keeping your swimming pool filters properly serviced is the key to having clean, healthy, sparkling water in your pool or spa. The best way to determine that your swimming pool filter needs service is to watch the pressure. When the pressure rises 8 to 10 psi above the baseline it is time for pool maintenance. Cloudy water is another sure sign that your swimming pool filter needs maintenance.

Safety should always be the first consideration when replacing or cleaning your swimming pool filter, especially those filters that are fitted with pressure-clamps. These pressure-clamps can “blow” under certain circumstances, causing property damage, severe injuries and in the worst cases, death.

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]]> http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2007/12/know-this-when-replacing-swimming-pool-filters/feed/ 0 How to Clean a Swimming Pool Filter ! http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2007/10/how-to-clean-a-swimming-pool-filter/ http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2007/10/how-to-clean-a-swimming-pool-filter/#comments Mon, 29 Oct 2007 10:13:31 +0000 admin http://poolfilters.biz/blog/?p=15 Introduction

A clean pool filter is crucial for maintaining bather comfort and extending the life of pool equipment. This eHow will show you how to clean a crushed sand filter, a diatomaceous earth filter and an enhanced cartridge filter.

Instructions

Step One

Clean a crushed sand filter by back flushing water through the system on a regular basis (about once a month). Your system’s pump station will come with instructions on how to reverse the water flow to clean the debris from the filter.

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]]> http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2007/10/how-to-clean-a-swimming-pool-filter/feed/ 0 The History of Unicel http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2007/10/the-history-of-unicel/ http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2007/10/the-history-of-unicel/#comments Mon, 15 Oct 2007 05:56:18 +0000 admin http://poolfilters.biz/blog/?p=12 On a spring evening in 1956, company president and founder Dick Meissner sat down in his garage to begin work on his first sewing contract. Phil Anthony of Anthony Pools had just given him his first order to produce the Anthony McIntosh filter bag. Working alone and at night, Dick laid the foundation for the company that has grown to become the largest manufacturer of swimming pool and spa filter elements in the world.

In those early years, residential DE filtration was in its infancy. As the market started to grow, Dick received additional sewing contracts, first from Swimquip, then from Landon, Pac-Fab, and Paddock of California. By 1959 this part-time venture had grown into a full-time business. The fledgling company hired two employees and quietly moved into a 2,000-square foot building in Van Nuys, Calif. Within one year the young company doubled in size and by 1962 it occupied 6,000 square feet and had five full-time employees.

With the advent of the cartridge filter, the company saw its next opportunity. Early cartridge elements were made of a paper-type material that did not hold up well in the swimming pool environment. Realizing the future potential of cartridge filtration, Meissner set out to develop a manufacturing process to enhance this new medium. In 1964, the research and development yielded the industry’s first cartridge element made with a new spunbonded, 100% polyester material called Reemay¬. Developed by Dupont and adapted to cartridge filtration by Meissner, Reemay has become the primary filter material used throughout the pool and spa industry.

The period from 1964 to 1972 saw steady growth of the new Reemay cartridge systems. At that time, however, individual cartridge size was limited to only 6 square feet. The filter system achieved its total surface area by manifolding numerous small cartridges. These early cartridge filters worked extremely well but were difficult to clean and maintain due to the number of small elements involved. Then in 1972, Meissner, working with Purex, developed the industry’s first extended surface, single element cartridge. Meissner’s new manufacturing technology yielded a 100-square foot filter sytem using only three individual cartridges. This concept quickly caught on and single element 25-, 50-, and 75-square foot filter systems utilizing Meissner’s cartridges soon were introduced by American, Baker Hydro, Hayward, Premier, Sta-Rite and others.

Throughout the early 80’s Meissner continued to work as a supplier to the brand name pump and filter producers to develop and improve cartridge filtration. By 1984 Meissner elements, both DE and cartridges, were being utilized in virtually every major brand name filter system. To meet this growing demand, the company developed state-of-the-art high speed production equipment. Unique to Meissner, this manufacturing capability allowed the company to carve a niche for quality and delivery that is unsurpassed today.

1985 became a pivotal year for Meissner when several brand name companies began producing their own Reemay elements. Faced with a loss of business, but having tremendous production capacity, the company re-invented itself. Retaining its core OEM business under the Meissner label, the company introduced and promoted the Unicel brand of replacement filter elements. For the first time, the entire range of replacement elements built to O.E.M. specifications was made available to wholesale distribution from a single source. Dealers and service technicians could easily obtain replacement cartridges from their local distributor, even if they did not carry that particular brand of equipment.

By staying focused and specializing in filtration, Unicel has developed expertise in a very critical area of the pool and spa industry. Today, Unicel services both the spa OEM market and wholesale distribution trade. Whether it is media development or cartridge design, Unicel is recognized as the industry leader.

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]]> http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2007/10/the-history-of-unicel/feed/ 0 Swimming Pool Filter Cartridges 101 http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2007/10/swimming-pool-filter-cartridges-101/ http://www.poolfilters.biz/blog/2007/10/swimming-pool-filter-cartridges-101/#comments Mon, 15 Oct 2007 05:54:40 +0000 admin http://poolfilters.biz/blog/?p=11 Swimming pool filter cartridges are the silent partners that help keep your pool’s water sparkling clear, clean and fresh. Pool filter cartridges work 24 hours a day filtering out even the smallest debris and sediment from your pool’s water.

There are three types of swimming pool filters, sand, cartridge and DE (diatomaceous earth). In this article we are focusing on cartridge filters but for the sake of clarification I will give a brief overview of all three types.

Sand Filters
Sand filters remove impurities by using sand to collect and attract the debris. Sand filters have to be backwashed (running the filter in reverse) to remove the water waste. This is a very manual process that must be done every few weeks.

DE
Diatomaceous earth is a mined substance used to coat “grids” in the filter. These coated grids capture the impurities. As more impurities are captured the pressure begins to rise. When the pressure has risen to the maximum level, you manually backwash the filter just like sand filters and then “recharge” it with more DE powder.

Cartridge
Swimming pool filter cartridges work by allowing water to pass through a very fine filter surface. This filter surface captures any impurities that attempt to pass through and hold them until you clean the filter cartridge or replace it.

Cartridge filters have more surface area than sand filters. This allows for fewer clogs and much easier maintenance. Cartridge filters also operate at a much lower pressure than sand. This causes less backpressure on the pump so you have a greater flow of water through the system.

The swimming pool filter cartridges can filter out anything down to 5 to 10 microns in size. To put this in perspective, a single grain of table salt is about 90 microns in size. Anything below 35 microns is invisible to the naked eye.

Swimming pool filter cartridges are extremely popular because they are very easy to maintain and relatively inexpensive. Basic cartridge maintenance can be performed by simply rinsing off your cartridge with a garden hose or soaking them in detergent. However, the best way to ensure a clean and sparkling pool is to just simply replace them.

Replacing your cartridges is very easy and you don’t even need the help of a professional. You simply remove and discard the old filter and replace it.

Be sure to get your new filter before you dispose of the old one. To replace your swimming pool filter cartridge you should write down the brand, the size and the part number (if it has one). Always double check the cartridge dimensions against the one that you are try to replace. Cartridges are the preferred method of many pool owners because they are simple to replace and they are a very cost effective way to keep your pool crystal clear.

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