I just open the bottom valve on filter to discharge.There may be a tear in the DE fingers fabric. If you have replaced the manifold, grids, and valve spider gasket, then that is the only other place that DE can slip by the filter.
Over time, small tears can develop in the grid fabric and provideWhen you check the grids, also take a glance at the plastic collars where they attach to the manifold. DE filters use DE powder housed in filter grids set up on a lateral line inside the pool's filter block. 8 comments. But are you sure she just didn’t bump hard when she took the filter lid off?I’m sure because I watched my son-in-law remove the filter lid via FaceTime. Is that what caused DE to enter pool through skimmer basket? is this harmful?Easy, vacuum it. If the powder is localized around the main drain then that is the issue. I installed a ground rod and still had problems, until I accidentally got the tip to close to the work, got the little arc, then the powder stuck to the piece nicely. I’m pretty sure this is a filter meant for above ground pools, meaning there should not be backflush from the filter into the pool as it is usually installed below the waterline of the pool. Many times the spider gasket inside of the muliport will go bad and then you will think the pool is set on filter mode but the water is really being diverted to the pool or out the backwash line instead. A breathing mask should be worn when adding the new dry powder to the skimmer, or handling it. Would the filter element assembly jump off the standpipe because there is too much DE in the filter and maybe the pressure was to high? When the manifold is cracked it will do the same.
I had to replace the original DB motor because it wasn’t working properly with a new Hayward Pro.
I have had problems with powder not sticking.
But that seems weird to be happening with DE. What would you recommend. I would assume it can irritate eyes and misconstrued membranes, so it depends on what you do in the pool. It could be just a loose screw from a skimmer faceplate or from who knows where.Just installed a new Pentair FNS 60. This year the pump has done a nice job on pumping but the filter aid comes back into the pool as soon as I put the aid back in. Replace the cracked tube sheets and D.E. After about 15 min. Penetration of any kind can be quite intense for beginners. Most problems that you will experience with a D.E. I imagine a good bit will fall when you pop the filter off. If not, stick with clitoral stimulation. Are you running on low speed with your pump? If you notice any leaks at any of the connections, replace the O-rings and gaskets in that area.The easiest way to prevent damage to a DE filter is to keep a regular backwashing schedule. There could be two issues here, either cracks in the manifold itself or a worn manifold o-ring. Assess this part for any damage and while you’re there, check the associated o-ring.
The common culprit involved in DE powder going back into your pool is torn grids but there are a number of other causes as well. I can look for tears in the fingers more closely but as of now it looks ok. Any thoughtsIf the screw was sitting outside the pump, underneath it, it likely is not from the impeller or diffuser.
A good DE filter to consider is the Hayward DE Perflex I just replaced valve and now de going back in to pool. powder does not stick to my filter grids! If there are no tears or gouges in the grid or mesh, check the lines for leaks.
ddgz1 wrote:We have a DE filter that looks to be in good condition. Login to reply the answers Post; Still have questions? Thanks!DE is a fine powder that can be hard on the lungs.
Im so freaked out. These parts are also the ones that commonly fail or will need to be repaired no matter what brand or model filter you have. These finger filter grids are found mostly in the Hayward EC-series pool filter line. The DE powder surrounds the outside of the grid. Taking simple preventive steps can drastically improve the filter's performance.Problems With DE Powder Laying on the Bottom of the Pool Copyright Leaf Group Ltd. // Leaf Group Lifestyle. No problem with DE during filter operation only on backwash. These tube-like tentacles can also crack and require replacement. If I pay for new grids ($450) and the problem persists what am I to do? There is a top and a bottom tube sheet in all Hayward EC series pool filters.