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Pool Filtration Gets Easy with Filter Cartridges

admin — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 07:33:11 +0000

The constant craze to have innovation in technology so as to evolve with newer filtering systems has led to the generation of cartridge filters. This filter is awesome in the context of its design, filtering ability and compactness. This pool equipment is available at discounted price and their availability is guaranteed on the web.

There are many brands that flaunt their own cartridge filters to interested customers. Brands like Astral, Harmsco, Hayward and Doughboy are just a few to name in the industry. They are leading manufacturers and they keep on display a wide range of pool products. These brands also provide all support and guidelines in getting the filters installed in pools.

Installing such filters is straight and easy. There are no hassles involved and just anyone can get them fitted in the sockets of the pool that is in use. The impurity absorption rate of the cartridge filters is very great and there is no need to get extra pool cleaning products for maintenance of ponds. The use of such new filters is sufficient for maintenance of ponds and keeping its water clean.

Swimming pool filter of this grade are largely in use and they have overcome the backlogs associated with the old filtering systems. Now, even microscopic particles get trapped and there is no scope for anything to remain in a soluble state in the water of ponds. The filament used in the filter cartridge is a hundred percent virgin substance with very tiny pores that is capable of holding on to impurities of any kind.

Methods of Cleaning a Cartridge Pool Filter

admin — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:13:41 +0000

Dirty and clogged cartridges can be cleaned with soaps and water. But then this also creates problem as the suds get inside the folds of the cartridge pleats and it becomes difficult to run it off. So, it is recommended that the cartridges be cleaned with water only. Spraying with water cleans the dirt that sticks on its surface. Acid use can also be useful for removing particles that stick on the cartridge body. But one should resort to acid cleaning only if the dirt is too sticky and cannot be released with mere water. Filter cartridges are very compact and can be kept immersed in acid solutions overnight.

Rinsing with acid removes almost 90 percent of the sticking dirt. Then the filtering medium needs to be rewashed with water and dried in bright sunlight. The filtering medium can be refitted in the filter for restarting the filtration process. This done on regular basis keeps the filter active and usable all the time. The cartridge filters are portable and are easily installable. The filter can be bought from manufacturers and installed in ponds very easily. Manufacturers such as Hayward, Doughboy and Harmsco are good choices to make.

Filters of these brands when installed keep the pool free from impurities. The cartridge keeps on coagulating dirt and debris on its surface. When impurities get piled and the filter pressure rises to 8 psi, the cartridge has to be removed from the filter interior and washed thoroughly with water and acids.

Cartridge Filters: Necessary to make back yard swimming pools safe

admin — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 09:26:49 +0000

Having a pool at your backyard can be thrilling. You can use the pool in evening too by adding some lights to add to the romance. If you are using the pool everyday then there is also the need to take more care of your pools. Pool maintenance is possible by adding pool equipments such as cartridge filters for increasing the efficiency of ponds. They help to keeps pools clean as it is very unsafe to spend time in bacteria infested ponds.

Spending time in swimming pools is considered a cool way to relax during summers. The installation of filter cartridges is considered an exceptional means to help pool users find relief from back-washing and undergoing other strenuous exercises for cleaning of ponds. It is thus very sound to use the new filters as a cleaning medium as they can be washed and cleaned without much effort. So, now you can swim with friends at your backyard anytime as the pool water remains safe and pure.

The cartridges are replaceable and these replacement parts can be bought without incurring extra- costs. Thus whenever, the filter that you are using at your backyard pool gets clogged, get its cartridge replaced with a new one. This is applicable for all brands of filters be it Hayward, Astral, Harmsco, Doughboy and others. The installation of such filters also does take much toll as filters of any of these brands can serve your purpose of keeping ponds clean. Using such filters draws lot of admiration and makes pool safe.

Steps to be taken to protect cartridge filters

admin — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 11:06:07 +0000

Replacing cartridges can bring unexpected expenses for pool users. So, the best way to avoid extra-expenses is to keep pool cartridges clean and protect them from damages. It is only sheer neglect on the user’s part that leads to cartridge’s damage. The decomposition of dirt on the cartridge surface is a continuous process. As filling in of debris continues inside the filter, the debris gets piled up and that creates a pressure on the surface. Regular cleaning of the filter, however, saves your cartridge from damages caused by such extraneous matter.

While cleaning your Pool filter parts, note that you are extra- cautious about avoiding the usage of pool cleaners such as stiff brush or a pressure washer system to clean the debris accumulated on the surface on the filters. The reason is the modern cartridges are made of a soft polyester filament that easily gets damaged when handled without care. Just using a normal garden hose should be good enough for cleaning of the cartridges. At most you can immerse it in solutions of muriatic acid and chlorine so as to remove sticky substances. It is always good to wash regularly so as to avoid overbuilding of debris. Pool users can use two set of cartridges as this can help to avoid over-indulgence of a single cartridge on pool cleaning. You can also use cartridges of two brands say Hayward and Doughboy for your pool filter. The replacement cartridges easily fit into any type of pool filters. Using two sets inevitably saves your cartridge from getting damaged.

Chlorinated solution and muriatic acid, vital for pool cartridge cleaning

admin — Mon, 31 May 2010 12:17:08 +0000

Cleaning a filter cartridge is a headache and I think it will remain so forever. I am staying in the US and have my own methods of cleaning the filter of my pool. Once I shut down the pump motor, to remove the filter from the swimming pool, I know that it is going to be hectic. But what I do first is I open the clamps and bring out the cartridge from the inside of the filter. Then I leave it in bright sunlight for quite sometime. The reason is that sun-light has algaecidal properties and also dries out the dirt on the surface of the cartridge. My filter is of a very superior quality as I have only deployed pool products of Doughboy and Astral in my swimming pool.

As the particles on the cartridge dries and becomes hard, what I do is brush them off with a paint brush. This removes the loose particles from the cartridge’s surface. My next concern is to kill the micro-organisms that get trapped in the filter. For this reason, I prepare a chlorinated solution (1 part chlorine and 6 parts water) and keep the cartridge immersed in it for some time. Having done with it, what I do next is rinse the filter cartridge in clean water and leave it in sunlight once again. After sometime of sun soaking, I soak it a muriatic acid solution. This action dissolves the minerals that accumulate in the filter. The next step is to clean it with water and to leave it in Sun to dry. After it gets dried, remember to shake vigorously so as to remove any remaining dust particles. Another important thing to note is to cover the vessel while chlorine-wash. The reason is chlorine evaporates when left in the open.