How to winterize the Hayward sand filter
- Completely drain tank by unscrewing drain cap at base of filter tank. Leave cap off during winter.
- Depress Vari-Flo control valve handle and rotate so as to set pointer on valve top between any two positions. This will allow water to drain from the valve.
Also question is, how do you drain the water out of a Hayward pool pump?
- Turn off all electrical power to the heat pump.
- Turn off the circulation pump.
- Disconnect the water piping.
- Remove the drain plug and make sure condenser drains out.
- Flush the heat pump with water by hooking up a garden hose into the water inlet line.
In this manner, how do I winterize my Hayward pool heater?
Do you drain pool pump for winter?
Turn Off and Winterize Pool Equipment
If needed, partially drain your pool to lower the water level below the skimmer and return lines. Remove all drain plugs to completely drain the equipment, then remove the pool pump, chlorinator and hoses. Bring all equipment indoors for storage over the winter.
How do I get water out of my pool pump for the winter?
Does backwash drain the pool?
It is not recommended to drain a swimming pool through the backwash valve. While sucking from the main drain and putting the water down the backwash line will work in some scenarios it puts your pool pump at risk of losing prime and running dry.
What size is the drain plug on a Hayward pool pump?
How do I get the last 2 inches of water out of my pool?
Since both draining methods will not drain pool water to the last bit, you need to
- Use a wet vacuum to suck the stagnant water.
- Sweep the liquid into the drain.
- Remove the pool liner and flip it over somewhere your property to get rid of extra water.
How do you winterize a Hayward sand filter and pump?
What is the winter setting on pool pump?
After a backwash and rinse, place the valve to the “winterize” setting on the top mount valve. This will allow water to drain from the valve. Next, you’re going to have to completely drain all the water from the filter tank.