Preparation (Media Filter)

• Decide where to vacuum:
  • “Filter”: Sediment goes through media as normal. Backwash afterwards. Minimal water loss; not suited to heavy sediment or after using flocculant.
  • “Waste”: Debris bypasses media and drains straight to sewer. Top up pool beforehand (water level well above skimmer entry) to allow for loss.

1. Remove any cleaner, prime the vacuum hose (fill with water), connect hose to both plate in skimmer and the head on the other end.
2. Turn multiport valve to WASTE, then switch pump on.
3. Vacuum slowly across the floor until sediment is gone.
4. Switch pump off, return valve to FILTER (while pump is off), remove vacuum equipment and top up water.

Preparation (Cartridge Filter)

• Decide where to vacuum:
  • Cartridge in: Sediment is trapped by cartridge. No water loss; not ideal for large debris loads.
  • Cartridge out: Many systems have a return-line valve that diverts water to sewer—great for heavy debris but causes water loss.

1. Remove any cleaner, prime the vacuum hose (fill with water), connect hose to both plate in skimmer and the head on the other end.
2. Turn pump on and vacuum slowly until clean.
3. Monitor suction as you may need to hose out cartridge midway if pressure climbs.
4. Switch pump off, hose cartridge clean, disconnect vacuuming equipment.