Pump and weir baskets that are full restricts water flow through the pump and filter, and puts unnecessary strain on the pump.
| Remove debris | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Clear pump and weir baskets of leaves and debris. | Weekly |
| Brush pool walls to dislodge algae and dust particles and clear floors of debris. | Weekly |
Tip:
- Consider installing a leaf catcher device to prevent floating debris like leaves from sinking to the floor of the pool.
- To reduce chlorine consumption , remove debris from the surface and the floor of the pool – do this on a daily basis if possible
- If the pump is below the water level in the pool, then turn the multiport valve to closed before opening the lid of the pump basket
