If you want to distribute chemicals throughout the pool, without risk of clogging the filter, running your pump on recirculate for 2 hours should be sufficient. Of course, if your filter is faulty you should aim to replace it as quickly as possible, so as to avoid excessive build up of solid particles and debris.
You should run the pump to circulate the shocking chemical around in the water. Most times the pump is connected to the filter, so, yes, run the filter.
Simply adding chemicals when the pool is running or turning on the pool when you add them is the most efficient way to get the chemicals circulating in your pool. Adding chemicals to a pool that is off is less effective and depending on the chemical, say liquid chlorine, the results will be poor.
Filtration refers to the removal of small particles from the water. Circulation is when the water is moved around the pool effectively, allowing the chemicals to reach the entire pool area. Good circulation in your pool means much more of the pool water reaches the filter.
With filter on re-circulate, run pump for 2 hours then cut pump off. 24 hours later, hand vacuum slowly to remove waste. Wait one more day as pool water may drop out additional waste during this time.
If you want to distribute chemicals throughout the pool, without risk of clogging the filter, running your pump on recirculate for 2 hours should be sufficient. Of course, if your filter is faulty you should aim to replace it as quickly as possible, so as to avoid excessive build up of solid particles and debris.
Re-circulate – The water enters the valve and returns into the pool. (The water never enters the filter tank). Rinse – Mainly used with sand filters. After backwashing run the filter in the rinse position, this will clear the plumbing lines from any remaining debris left after backwashing and resets the sand bed.
Use a pool brush to vigorously scrub any pool surfaces covered in algae, including the walls, floors and steps. Apply a green algaecide according to the directions on the label. Let the water circulate for 24 hours, then brush the pool surfaces again. Vacuum or backwash to remove any remaining dead algae.
After dissolving the chemicals, distribute them evenly around the pool, avoiding the skimmer box and metal fittings. Keep the pump and filter running for 4-6 hours to help disperse the chemicals. Avoid swimming within 24 hours of adding start-up chemicals and salt.
– Run the filter for 24 hours after adding the algaecide. This will help circulate it throughout the pool and remove any dead algae. By following these tips, you can ensure that you're adding enough algaecide to get rid of the algae without causing harm to your swimming pool or swimmers.
Do-Not's. As for the 'do-not's,' you should never add water to chemicals, instead chemicals should be added to water. In the industry, people use the acronym AAA (always add acid) to remember this rule. Never pour chemicals too quickly or mix them together.
Add the shock to your pool water
Make sure your pool pump is running at full speed to maximise circulation.
RECIRCULATE: A filter bypass setting. Use this if your filter's broken or leaking; at least you're circulating the water.
Circulation moves your pool water through the filter, removing particles and debris from the pool. This is important because, without proper filtration, impurities can build up resulting in a dirty pool.
It's often recommended to run your pool pump during the evening or at night as these are outside of peak times.
Recirculate – Much like with the “waste” option, this bypasses the pool filter, but while “waste” sends the water out of your pool, “recirculate” sends it back into your pool.
On hot days, if you do not recirculate the cooler air in the cabin, then your AC system is pulling hot air from outside and trying to cool it. Using the recirculation feature will get your car cooler and will decrease the wear and tear on your AC system.
Run your pool pump and filter for at least 8 hours after you shock your swimming pool. This provides adequate time for the filter to clean the water and for the pump to circulate the chemicals. If you're treating algae, plan to run the filter for ideally 24 hours. . . . . .
In order to prevent residual blow back into the pool, once you've finished backwashing it's highly advisable to rinse the filter. Just as the backwash lifts and flushes the sand, the rinse resets the sand to its original position for optimum filtration.
Maintain Proper Water Levels
Keep your pool water at the recommended level. If the water level drops too low, the pump can run dry, potentially causing overheating and damage.
Since most people will be swimming during the daytime, get ahead of the bacteria and debris by running the pump while you have swimmers in the water. Save money running pump by operating during non-peak times. Pump again in the daytime because bacteria thrive in warmer, still water.
It also consumes up to a few thousand kilo-watt hours per year, making it second only to to your air conditioner or heat pump. Your pool pump could be your home's second largest energy user, costing you as much as $270 in utility bills every year.