For pools the most popular filtration is also the oldest, sand filtration. All sand filters have 2 things in common. 1) Water flows from top to bottom when the filter is in filtration mode. And 2) they all have an under drain with slots or a lateral system that allows the filtered water to pass through and holds back the sand.
Typically sand filters use special filter sand that is .45 to .55 mm (#20 silica pool-grade sand) which has sharp edges that separate the particles allowing particles to be trapped. Initially large particles will be trapped and then as the sand loads up smaller particles will be trapped.
Sand filters need the sand media to be cleaned regularly by backwashing. This is the process by which the flow is reversed on the filter and the dirt is washed to waste.
Filter Finder can be a real time saver when you are trying to find the right cartridge filter for you spa or pool.
It can be used to find your filter quickly with only a few pieces of information.
If you know the manufacturer and model of your spa or filter cartridge, you can put those names into the filter finder and it will give you the filters available. If you have an old filter and it has a number on it, you can use that to find the All Parts number for your filter. If you have the old filter handy you can measure its length and diameter and use that to find you filter.
If you have multiple pieces of information, just put in the first one you have, wait for the screen to update and then add your next bit of information. You can add as many or as little information as you have. Just remember to wait for the screen to update in between each addition. When you have added all your information, hit the search button and
You will get a list of filters that fit your criteria.
The more information you enter, the shorter the list. But sometimes you may not see what you are looking for because you have put in too much information and one of them might be slightly off, such as a measurement. If you do not see your filter, use less pieces of information.
If you are using just measurements and you can not find what you are looking for, choose a slightly longer of slightly shorter length or diameter. Age and wear can effect these measurements.
Once you have the All Parts number, most of the filters show a picture that you can use to compare to your old filter. Be aware that sometimes there may be slight differences, such as the pull handle shape. These will still be the correct replacement. www.allpartspoolandspa.com
Pure ‘n Clean™ is a spray on multipurpose cleaner specifically formulated to clean cartridge filters and DE grids and filters. It removes not only dirt and oils, but scale, calcium and minerals. It improves and renews cartridge and DE filter efficiency and flow.
Pure ‘n Clean™ also cleans soiled surfaces on outdoor patio furniture, pool equipment, acrylic spas, boats, and much more!
The following 4 videos tell a little about Pure ‘n Clean™ and gives a demo on a very old, very dirty cartridge filter.
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This last video rates the demo and shows you how to find Pure ‘n Clean™ on Harvey’s website AllPartsPoolandSpa.com.
It also talks about the new international shipping option for those of you not living in the United Sates of America.
The video talks about the progress being made with whole goods. The whole goods are there if you know the number of the unit that you want you can put it in the search and most likely it will come up or you can call or email for information.
AllPartsPoolandSpa.com is having a big sale on all cartridge filters. The sale is for a limited time. This is a good time to purchase your filters for the up and coming pool season.
Many people use their spas more during the cooler weather. For your safety and the best spa efficiency, you should make sure you have a good filter.
With the sale going on now, you can afford to buy the alternate set of filters you should have to make your life easier and your spa the safe.
As I have said before: “It is a good idea to have 2 cartridges for your filter so that they can be rotated. Two filters comes in handy when the family wants to use the pool or hot tub and the filter needs to be cleaned. Just pop in the clean filter and the family can swim in the pool or soak in the hot tub, while you work without interference. ( Or jump in and enjoy with the family and clean the filter later. Just remember to clean the filter!)”
If you have a cartridge filter in your spa or on your pool you need to clean the filter at least once per week. Pure and Clean filter cleaner is an excellent choice for cleaning the cartridges. It removes the dirt and debris from the filter.
Pure and Clean is an excellent cleaner for the grids in a DE filter as well.
It is a good idea to have 2 cartridges for your filter so that they can be rotated. Two filters comes in handy when the family wants to use the pool or hot tub and the filter needs to be cleaned. Just pop in the clean filter and the family can swim in the pool or soak in the hot tub, while you work without interference. ( Or jump in and enjoy with the family and clean the filter later. Just remember to clean the filter!)
Pure and Clean has other uses. It is excellent at cleaning the patio furniture, making it like new and saving from buying new. It will take off any scum lines on the pool or spa easily.
Filter cleaner
Finding your proper filter for your hot tub doesn’t have to be a problem. With just a few bits of information you can use the form that comes up when you go to cartridge filters on the AllPartsPoolandSpa.com website. Start with the diameter if you know it and proceed from there adding addition pieces of information until you find the correct filter. Then double check your choice by looking at its picture.
When it comes time to replace your existing spa or pool filter cartridge gather as much information as you can on your cartridge using the following steps to help you get the correct one.
1. Measure the outside diameter of the cartridge in inches to the nearest 1/16″.
2. Measure the overall length of the cartridge including the end caps in inches to the nearest 1/16″. Do not include any handles, strings, etc. The most accurate measurement will be if you can measure through the center of the cartridge.
3. If the top and or bottom are open measure this inside diameter to the nearest 1/16″. The picture below will help you match the end cap configurations.
End Cap Configurations
4. Make note of the manufacturer (OEM) and model number of the filter that you are replacing.
5. Take not if there is or isn’t a center core (PVC pipe in the center). And count the number of pleats.
Now use the information you have gathered to fill-in a webssite filter finder or filter search program.
Note: If you are having difficulty finding your filter, just putting in the diameter or the length and searching, will give you a long list of many filters fitting your one criteria and you can then choose what you need from the pictures and/or descriptions.
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