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I just got a new auto vacuum for the pool. It only stays on the outside because of the current of the pool pump. I've pointed the eye down but it didn't make any difference. I took the eye out of the return port and the vacuum is working great. So my question is do I need the eye on the pumps return port? Does it help the DE filter or the to have a little more back pressure?
Any help or links to websites would be appreciated!!!
Answer
Your Eyeball should have no impact at all on the Vacuum. The eyeball which is generally 4-6 inches and sometimes even a little further below the surface of the water should be directed towards the top of the water. The reason for this is 2 fold... First.. When you filter is running, if your filter gets clogged, you will see almost no ripple or movement from the eyeball... So its a visual aid to help you know when your filter is packed with gunk and needs to be backwashed, or if your one who would prefer to take your filter apart and clean it with a hose (which is actually better and more efficient). The Second reason for it to be aimed to the top is that if you direct your Eyeballs (most pools have more than 1) and you set them in a pattern, to create a circular motion in your pool which when you filter is running, as leaves and other floating debris (bugs, frogs, and you name it) will start floating in this circular pattern, Eventually coming close enough to the skimmer to let the skimmer collect these things, so that you dont have to Vacuum them from the bottom yourself.
So.. as i said.. the eyeball should have NO EFFECT on the vacuum especially if its just staying on the outside 15 feet from the Eyeball return and in 8 or 10 feet of water in the deep end, the Eyeball will not have enough pressure or force to be able to affect the operation of the automatic Vacuum... Just remember that like everything else, there are hundreds of types of Automatic Vacs on the Market, and some are good, and others are just pure junk, But look appealing, which makes people buy them, and then they work somewhat so the owner is somewhat satisfied. Just remember... Even the BEST automatic Pool Cleaners, such as Polaris, and other machines that are part of the actual pool system do not always work that great, and some of that has to do with the pool shape, and the design of the pool itself... which means that you still end up having to break out your Pole, Vac, and hose to do the job to ensure a clean pool when you have guests or want to have it clean for a Party, or any other event...
Hope this helps you...
Your Eyeball should have no impact at all on the Vacuum. The eyeball which is generally 4-6 inches and sometimes even a little further below the surface of the water should be directed towards the top of the water. The reason for this is 2 fold... First.. When you filter is running, if your filter gets clogged, you will see almost no ripple or movement from the eyeball... So its a visual aid to help you know when your filter is packed with gunk and needs to be backwashed, or if your one who would prefer to take your filter apart and clean it with a hose (which is actually better and more efficient). The Second reason for it to be aimed to the top is that if you direct your Eyeballs (most pools have more than 1) and you set them in a pattern, to create a circular motion in your pool which when you filter is running, as leaves and other floating debris (bugs, frogs, and you name it) will start floating in this circular pattern, Eventually coming close enough to the skimmer to let the skimmer collect these things, so that you dont have to Vacuum them from the bottom yourself.
So.. as i said.. the eyeball should have NO EFFECT on the vacuum especially if its just staying on the outside 15 feet from the Eyeball return and in 8 or 10 feet of water in the deep end, the Eyeball will not have enough pressure or force to be able to affect the operation of the automatic Vacuum... Just remember that like everything else, there are hundreds of types of Automatic Vacs on the Market, and some are good, and others are just pure junk, But look appealing, which makes people buy them, and then they work somewhat so the owner is somewhat satisfied. Just remember... Even the BEST automatic Pool Cleaners, such as Polaris, and other machines that are part of the actual pool system do not always work that great, and some of that has to do with the pool shape, and the design of the pool itself... which means that you still end up having to break out your Pole, Vac, and hose to do the job to ensure a clean pool when you have guests or want to have it clean for a Party, or any other event...
Hope this helps you...
Are there online instructions for swimming pool maintenance?
caroll
Answer
I use an Aqualux system. For the last three years I have done nothing but keep the pH level balanced. Very easy.
http://users.iafrica.com/a/am/amos/aqualux.htm
(From the site)
Finally a few tips for effective pool care:
Dust, leaves and debris blown in by the wind quickly spoil the look of a pool, while the suntan oils, make-up, sweat from the constant use of swimmers escaping the heat, also mar the purity of the water.
Firstly, clean all the leaves and debris out of the leaf traps both in the weir and the sludge trap, because if water cannot flow to the filter, it cannot be filtered.
Do a good backwash. To get the filter reasonably clean one must backwash for at least 3 minutes followed by a 1 minute rinse. If backwash was not done for a couple of weeks, repeat this process twice.
The next step is to carry out the necessary water tests and correct pH if necessary. It is important to remember that correctly balanced water creates an unfavourable environment for bacteria to grow in.
Next, water level. The water level of the pool should be checked regularly. Dirt and leaves will not skim off into the weir if the level is not correct. If the water level sinks more rapidly than experienced with normal evaporation the pool floor and walls should be checked for cracks.
If an automatic pool cleaner is used it should not run continuously. It is just a water vacuum cleaner and therefore should only be used when the floor and the walls of the pool are dirty. The top 25cm (approx. 10 inches) of water is the area where bacteria flourishes and this water will not be filtered if the
cleaner is continuously in use.
Leaves and debris, not skimmed automatically because the pool cleaner is in constant use, become waterlogged and drop to the floor of the pool. Most pool cleaners have a pulverising action and when the debris is sucked up it becomes a sludge which dirties the filter sand much more quickly.
It is essential to run the filter for at least eight hours every day.
With an automatic pool cleaner this should be increased to twelve hours because of the restricted water flow through the pool cleaner and hoses.
I use an Aqualux system. For the last three years I have done nothing but keep the pH level balanced. Very easy.
http://users.iafrica.com/a/am/amos/aqualux.htm
(From the site)
Finally a few tips for effective pool care:
Dust, leaves and debris blown in by the wind quickly spoil the look of a pool, while the suntan oils, make-up, sweat from the constant use of swimmers escaping the heat, also mar the purity of the water.
Firstly, clean all the leaves and debris out of the leaf traps both in the weir and the sludge trap, because if water cannot flow to the filter, it cannot be filtered.
Do a good backwash. To get the filter reasonably clean one must backwash for at least 3 minutes followed by a 1 minute rinse. If backwash was not done for a couple of weeks, repeat this process twice.
The next step is to carry out the necessary water tests and correct pH if necessary. It is important to remember that correctly balanced water creates an unfavourable environment for bacteria to grow in.
Next, water level. The water level of the pool should be checked regularly. Dirt and leaves will not skim off into the weir if the level is not correct. If the water level sinks more rapidly than experienced with normal evaporation the pool floor and walls should be checked for cracks.
If an automatic pool cleaner is used it should not run continuously. It is just a water vacuum cleaner and therefore should only be used when the floor and the walls of the pool are dirty. The top 25cm (approx. 10 inches) of water is the area where bacteria flourishes and this water will not be filtered if the
cleaner is continuously in use.
Leaves and debris, not skimmed automatically because the pool cleaner is in constant use, become waterlogged and drop to the floor of the pool. Most pool cleaners have a pulverising action and when the debris is sucked up it becomes a sludge which dirties the filter sand much more quickly.
It is essential to run the filter for at least eight hours every day.
With an automatic pool cleaner this should be increased to twelve hours because of the restricted water flow through the pool cleaner and hoses.
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