For a cartridge filter, simply depress the latches on the top of the filter tank. For DE and sand filters, use a wrench to loosen and remove the bolts securing the lid in place. All Hayward filters are equipped with a locking ring. Use a screwdriver to unscrew the locking ring.
Considering this, how do you clean an inground pool pump basket?
Cleaning the Pump Basket
Close skimmer and main drain valves. If the pool pump is located below the water level in the pool, then turn the filter valve to “closed”. Remove pump lid. Use a garden hose to wash the basket.
Herein, should skimmer valve be open or closed?
For the cleaner to operate at maximum efficiency, only the skimmer and cleaner valves should be open. So it is either main drain+skimmer or cleaner+skimmer. Never main drain+skimmer+cleaner all open at the same time.
How do you open the pool pump filter basket?
How do you open a skimmer basket?
How to Open & Close a Pool Skimmer
- Locate the skimmer near your pool. …
- Twist and pull off the skimmer cover. …
- Remove the basket from the skimmer. …
- Insert a skimmer plug into the hole on the bottom of the skimmer. …
- Replace the skimmer cover over the hole and push down.
Should both holes in skimmer be open?
The skimmer sits at the waterline and catches leaves, bugs and trash so they do not clog the filter. Skimmers with a second hole help keep the pump from running dry if the water level is unstable.
How do you get a stuck pool skimmer out of a basket?
Generally if you turn off the pump, clean out the leaves etc as much as you can, and try to grab it with both hands you can twist it or rock it lose. I have been able to get a really stuck basket out by threading some coat hanger through it and pulling on that.