can a pool filter enough through surface skimmer suction only?

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Karen

I just had the skimmer replaced on my in-ground pool and the repair person left a plug on the hole to the main floor drain, so I am only getting water suctioned from the surface skimmer intake. Is this a common practice or will my pool not filter correctly with out water pulling from the bottom drain and surface skimmer?

Answer
Actually, the best cleaning action is delivered by the skimmer when compared to the main drain.

The reason for this is you get surface cleaning, removal of bugs and floating debris and the up well from greater depths to replace the skimmed water.

If you use a manual vacuum or automatic pool vac you can keep your pool very clean.

You have to inquire with the person who repaired your skimmer to ask about the plug. Was the main drain leaking too?

You're welcome!!

Pool owners: What should the D. E. filter pressure read after cleaning?

cucumberla

I got a new Pentair D. E. filter installed last year. Since it's been a year, I had Leslie's Pools come out and clean it. I did not check the pressure before they left. Now, about 3 hours later, it's running at a pressure of just 1-2. Normally it runs at 10-15. Is this normal for after a cleaning? Also, I read the owner's manual online, and it says to soak the elements for 4 hours. Leslie's obviously did not do this. Was I ripped off? Do I need to call them back and have them fix my pool or will it go back to normal after awhile? Thanks for reading and answering.

Answer
Every pool runs at different pressure. But 1-2 is excessively low. I too believe they did something wrong. If they failed to add DE make them clean the filter all over using automatic dish detergent. Oil will permeate the fabric and plug it up in minutes without DE to protect it. The detergent removes the oil. Of course, the gauge could be defective.

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