Vacuuming is a great way to keep your pool clean and free of dirt and debris. Sure, it's a little work, but the benefits of vacuuming are worth it: you'll spend less time fighting algae, your pool water will stay balanced, and your chemicals will work more effectively . Your swimming pool will also be more beautiful.
At the end of this blog you will know:
- How to vacuum manually
- All the tools you need to get the job done right
- Why invest in an automatic robot for cleaning
1. Pool vacuum head
Pool vacuum heads are designed to hook onto the end of telescopic pool handles.
However, it is preferable to buy a model that is as heavy as possible, so that the sweeper does not try to float, because the cleaning will not be done as it should. You will also need to consider the surface area of your pool, as some types of vacuum heads are specifically designed for vinyl and others are not.
2. Telescopic handle
These telescopic handles are universal and will connect to your pool sink, brush and hook.
You just need to make sure it will be long enough!
3. Vacuum cleaner hose
You just want to make sure that you buy one that is long enough to reach all areas of your pool.
4. Skim vac (vacuum plate)
This allows you to use the skimmer basket instead of the pump strainer basket, eliminating the need to turn the pool pump on and off.
How to vacuum manually
Step 1. Prime the Sweeper
The first thing to do is to remove the air from your vacuum system.
Air pockets can cause your device to lose suction, take the time to prime everything in the right way.
To do this, simply assemble the hose and the telescopic handle on the vacuum cleaner head. Then, slowly lower it to the bottom of your pool
Then simply tap the other end of the hose against a jet and allow it to push all the air out of the hose.
You will see air bubbles floating to the top, telling you that the air in the pipe is being released.
When there are no more bubbles, the hose is free of air and you are ready to begin.
Step 2. Connecting to the pump (suction)
Your system will work by attaching it to a skimmer suction.
Remove the skimmer basket and plug the hose into the female part at the bottom of the skimmer.
Step 3. Let's vacuum
Now simply move the vacuum head back and forth across the pool surface until it is clean.
If you lose suction, you will need to repeat steps 1 and 2.
Tip: If you have a sand filter, mainly use the Waste/Drain function and not filtration.
Why it is worth investing in an automatic cleaner
You may think that a good filtration system is all you need, and believe me, it is important!
It will reduce your sanitizer consumption (chlorine and bromine) and help you maintain normal PH levels, which will make your maintenance easier.
But even the best filters can't do all the work.
To keep your pool clean and clear, you will need to use an additional cleaning method at least once a week.
After a few weeks of manual cleaning, you will probably agree that an automatic cleaner is a worthwhile investment that will allow you to free up and enjoy your water feature.
One of the best purchases you can make are automatic cleaners Prowler the Pentair. This is probably the fastest and most efficient type of device, but it can be a little expensive.
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