I use a Intex sand filter, it's a game changer!!!! I highly recommend it!!!!! My pool is always sparking clear, everyone comments on how good my pool looks. I don't really fuss with chemicals to much either. Chlorine and shock, once in a while i adjust the PH.
Thanks very informative appreciate it liked and subscribed I will not go this summer with the small pump that comes with the pool the first one worked me and burnt out two months into enjoying our summer fun with our pool now I have the same pump going get a new pool and enjoy the summer heat in Texas y’all all be safe and enjoy the sunshine in y’all pool 🙏❤️🙏
Great video thank you! Just hooked up the sand filter to my stock tank but the water flow isn’t great? So when I was backwashing it was just a trickle…any help is greatly appreciated
thank you I think we answered our own ? regarding the use of HTH pool filter sand. For use with in-ground or above-ground swimming pool sand filters. Restores filter efficiency and is compatible with salt systems. Silica sand, 0.45 to 0.55 particle size, 20 grade.
I use the adapter that came with the intex surface skimmer that converts one of the inlets to a 1.5” hose adapter. Basically this adapter below. amzn.to/3WKPcba Then I use a standard 1.5” hose with hose clamps and a pole connected to a cheap pool vacuum like this. amzn.to/3q521AD
Can you do a video on how you connect everything on the vacuum and the proper way to connect it to the pump? Your videos are super helpful! Thank you so much!
Great videos from when you first set up the pool and improving it over time! I’m curious, have you thought of or considered replacing the flexible pool hoses with pvc pipe?
I’ve thought about it. Could give me some options with adapting a makeshift pool heater or other things. But with the size of my pool I haven’t found the need to do something like that just yet, and I don’t think there would be much benefit besides durability over the flexible hoses that I’m currently using.
Need help with attaching skimmer hosento inside of my pool which is 1 1/4 inch whole and the tube that came with my skimmer along with attachment head for inside pool is too large. 🙄
I followed the same process and the pressure in my pump is below the green line. Nothing comes out and the numbers on the pump say 0.0 when I turn it on, how can I fix this?
My pool isnt pushing water around in filter mode. Could you tell me what i need to do? Am I supposed to leave the black hose connected while the pump is in filter mode?
Thank you for sharing, very informative. Question for you. I have a Bestway Steel Pro Max 12x30 pool and took your advise on the sand filter. The problem I'm having is mounting the large Inlet air nozzle to the pool. The port on the pool is smaller. How did you get around it? Did you buy an adaptor or a smaller Inlet air nozzle? If so can you share the size I need.
I upgraded the inlet. You can check out how it’s done and the part needed in the video description of this video. How to convert 1.25" to 1.5" hoses to upgrade your Intex pump. ua-cam.com/video/IpyVM8cjB1U/v-deo.html There are adapters available on Amazon to be able to connect the 1.5” hose to the 1.25” inlet, but I didn’t want to restrict the flow of the pump at all.
Great video which I will review a few more times after in the sandy State of Michigan I can find sand for this pump!!!!!! No number 20 Silica sand in the whole state ! I can find HTH pool filter sand about 45 minutes away will that work ?
I haven’t considered the salt water system only because I don’t like salt water, which is just a personal preference. And to clear the water I just added the iron removal product and let the pump run. You will need to vacuum anything left on the bottom and backwash after a day for the iron but the pump cleared the iron really well.
@@lukesparrow2151 I actually bought this pump used so unfortunately I can’t tell you exactly what extra parts came in the box. You can find the extra parts needed however on my video on how I upgraded from 1.25” to 1.5” hoses for a larger pump.
When your done running in filter mode and put it in closed mode, should you turn all hose valves to close? Right now my 2 inlet hoses connected to the t-vavle do not have the closed open valve so it leaks from the pre-filter going into the pump.
Depends on what pool you started with. Since I was upgrading from a small pool I had to upgrade the outlet port that goes back to the pool to 1.5” from 1.25”. You can check out my other video on that. And I also had to upgrade the tee that joins the two 1.25” inlets to a 1.5” hose to the pump.
Yes you still need chlorine tablets with a sand filter. I use the large chlorine pucks in a floater and add them as needed after testing. Without the chlorine after a while the pool will turn green from algae.
I have the same pool, just got it this summer. I want to switch to a sand filter soon! Does it matter that the pump flow rate is a lot higher on that pump for that size of a pool?? Any issues with that set up?
Filling the filter up with water is just to be precautious. You’ll be fine. If anything after you turn on your pump monitor it to see if you need to stop it and release any air and you’ll be good.
Great video, I've just upgraded my filter cartridge pump to a more powerful one and it's still garbage. So I think I'm going to have to bite the bullet and go for a sand system. Only issue is my 12ft Intex prism frame has only one inlet and outlet port. Can I still use one of these systems?
I upgraded my pump from a previous setup so not all of the connections are the same. I had to order a different tee to adapt to the 1 1/2 for the pump and I upgraded the nozzle that returned back into the pool.
Hello😊 what is the diference betwen this sand pumb and inteks small pump with filter? I have that small filter pump but I am not satisfated its always green water and I must buy new. Hugs from Serbia❤
The sand filters the water a little finer and you normally don’t have to change the sand out for the entire season as long as you backwash the filter every so often. My small filter had a hard time keeping my pool clear, but when I switched to the sand filter and stayed on top of the chlorine levels my pool stayed clear all last Summer. I definitely think it’s a worth while upgrade from the small cartridge filters.
I keep finding sand at the bottom of my pool and its a brand new Intex pump. Intex sent a new top piece (valve) and pipe (not laterals). I replaced both and sure enough, sand still in the pool? I'm so frustrated. I am using #20 sand. Any help would be very appreciated.
I use the adapter that came with the intex surface skimmer that converts one of the inlets to a 1.5” hose adapter. Basically this adapter below. amzn.to/3WKPcba Then I use a standard 1.5” hose with hose clamps and a pole connected to a cheap pool vacuum like this. amzn.to/3q521AD
There should be a large black o-ring that sits directly under the lid to the leaf basket on the pump. If yours doesn’t have one or is damaged you’ll need to replace it. Amazon does sell replacement o-rings for the pump. Check it out below. amzn.to/46eQ8Zq
If your pump is strong enough I use a standard 1.5” hose connected to the adapter that came with the intex surface skimmer. amzn.to/42T0dIK Otherwise if you don’t have a strong pump that can run a pool hose style vacuum you can check out this video I did below on a cheaper vacuum option. How to vacuum a small Intex pool. ua-cam.com/video/gaTRvPlctcA/v-deo.html
Hey man great video. About to set mine up for the first time. Two questions if you have the time: what plunger valves are you using at the inlets/outlets and at the splitter? And what is your process to set up to vacuum? Thanks boss
I have questions. Can you run the skimmer basket directly to the pump? Do you have to have the 3rd hole cut into the side of the pool. Is the outlet always higher than the inlet? Thank you.
Thanks for the video. I used it to set up my new pump but I have a question. The drain opening. If I run the pump or even if I have it off, and take that drain cap off water starts coming out by itself. If it's on, the water discharge through the drain hole increases. Do you leave your hose connected and it's open? How do you do so water doesn't come out? Thanks!
Unfortunately it shouldn’t leak out the discharge port even when left open. That would be a sign that either the spider valve gasket inside the selector has worn out or something has gotten misaligned within the valve. This can happen due to age or from switching the selector while the pump is running. To fix it you’d have to take apart the selector valve and replace the inner gasket or even the top selector valve itself. Wish I had a better answer for you. Good luck.
@Type5Reviews I have this same concern! It's a brand new pump I just set up yday just waited til the pool was full today to check everything and I took the white cap off the drain valve and water just pours out of it. I followed step by step directions of how to put it together so I'm just wondering what I may have done wrong for water to be coming out of the drain? I literally haven't even turned the pump on yet I just opened the drain valve once I seen this ladies comment above me.
The sand is specifically “pool filter sand”. You can find it at pool stores or hardware stores like Menards, Home Depot, or Lowe’s. Walmart may even sell it. And I add water to the filter to keep any air from getting trapped on the initial startup and so that it’s easier on the pump motor when you initially start it up.
That does not sound normal. Double check that all of your valves are open and that you’ve bled the air out of the pump using the relief screw on the top of the pump. I’d then check for any obstructions in the hoses or filter basket, etc.
Is there any setting that allows it to do it daily without you having to turn it on even if it’s just for five hours? In other words how do I do it if I wanna run it every night for five hours? If you said it with the method you showed by constantly pressing the button until you get the certain amount of hours, it still stops indefinitely after that no?
The number on the display is for how long it will run daily. If I set that number to 5 it will run for 5 hours and then shut off until the same time the next day when it will start and run for 5 hours. Unfortunately you can’t select a start time so if you wanted it to run in the evening you’d have to go out and turn it on once then it will always start back up in the evening.
Maybe some air got into the system. Try bleeding out the air using the set screw on top of the basket. Make sure all of your valves are open so water can flow through. Then when it’s full of water turn the pump back on.
My intex hose inlets on the pool are way smaller? How do you hook up the big pump connections to the pools smaller inlets/outlets? My pool is 8’ x 16’. Plenty big for this type of pump. WTH am I doing wrong?
Check out the parts I listed in the description. Use this tee to go from your 1 1/4 inlets to 1 1/2 pump. Intex 11872 Replacement Dual Split Hose Plunger Valve Pool Part Accessory Attachment for Above Ground Pool and Pool Pump Maintenance a.co/d/3eucXZB
You’ll also need to change the outlet that goes back into your pool to an 1 1/2 valve. Check out my video on how to upgrade to 1 1/2 to upgrade your pump.
Best setup video this far. Looked for something just like this last year, and nothing was as clear and step-by-step as yours. Thank you.
Thank you for taking time to help people you do not know that need help
Thank you for the STRAIGHTFORWARD, simple, and to the point video. Very helpful.
This video saved me from making a mistake. Thank you. This pump is a beast! Highly recommended.
Thanks so much for this video! Got our pump up and running in no time!!
I use a Intex sand filter, it's a game changer!!!!
I highly recommend it!!!!!
My pool is always sparking clear, everyone comments on how good my pool looks.
I don't really fuss with chemicals to much either. Chlorine and shock, once in a while i adjust the PH.
Simple, to the point, quick instruction. Very helpful! Thanks!!
From an experienced hot tub owner I found your video to be most helpful
Wow needed this information badly. Intex sure doesn't do well with their instructions. Thank you.
You got instructions. I got a box. Same thing with the pool
Thanks very informative appreciate it liked and subscribed I will not go this summer with the small pump that comes with the pool the first one worked me and burnt out two months into enjoying our summer fun with our pool now I have the same pump going get a new pool and enjoy the summer heat in Texas y’all all be safe and enjoy the sunshine in y’all pool 🙏❤️🙏
Thanks I got it running now
Very nice tutorial my guy
Super helpful, exactly what I needed. Thanks!
Thank you! The instructions are terrible..This video made it so fast and easy 😊
One of the best videos, thank you
Love this video thank you for explaining everything.
Thank you this was very informative🥳 Definitely helped us out
Saved me so much time thank you thank you thank you
Awesome video & thank you. Just got the 14inch sx2800 intex for my 18ft coleman pool. 😊
I have a question so do I still need salt for the inside?? Or chlorine?
Great video, super helpful.
Would have been nice to not have some parts already pre-assembled. Should of included assembling ALL parts for the newbies.
No thanks
You could just read the instructions
It looks complicated but is not.
Thank you for in depth video! 🙏🏾
Did you have to buy the stoppers on top of the tubes extra?? The little things you turn to block the water from flowing temporarily.
Those are separate unfortunately
GREAT VIDEO! THANK YOU!! 💪🏽
Thank you will need to upgrade my pool sand filter for our best way pool. It’s not strong enough
Great video thank you! Just hooked up the sand filter to my stock tank but the water flow isn’t great? So when I was backwashing it was just a trickle…any help is greatly appreciated
Really helpful cheers for the vid 👍🏻
Very good video. Thanks
thank you I think we answered our own ? regarding the use of HTH pool filter sand.
For use with in-ground or above-ground swimming pool sand filters. Restores filter efficiency and is compatible with salt systems. Silica sand, 0.45 to 0.55 particle size, 20 grade.
Do you have a more in-depth video about hooking that exact skimmer up! Great video!
Intex Deluxe Wall Mount Surface Skimmer Setup and Review
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God bless you for this video. Geezus
What kind of sand? And do you have a video on how to install the skimmer. Thank you! Great information!
Intex Deluxe Wall Mount Surface Skimmer Setup and Review
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You’ll need “pool filter sand”. I bought mine from Menards, but Home Depot or Lowe’s may carry it and your local pool store would carry it.
What type of outlet does this pump have to be plugged into?
I'd also like to know the answer to this. I'm wondering if I need to have a higher-powered outlet installed before I can run this pump.
Hey, thanks for the helpful video!
Does that vacuum you have connect to the pump? And if so can you let me know how to search one?
I use the adapter that came with the intex surface skimmer that converts one of the inlets to a 1.5” hose adapter. Basically this adapter below.
amzn.to/3WKPcba
Then I use a standard 1.5” hose with hose clamps and a pole connected to a cheap pool vacuum like this.
amzn.to/3q521AD
@@Type5Reviews thank you!
Can you do a video on how you connect everything on the vacuum and the proper way to connect it to the pump? Your videos are super helpful! Thank you so much!
Are the hoses in the pump box
That's what I'm trying to figure out!
I had to buy a extra 70$ in parts
Thank you for your Video. Can you help me how to set pump automatic running 2 or 3 time a day . Thanks
Exactly my pool, sand filter and also the skimmer is the same as mine 😂. I didn't backwash my sand filter and luckily the sand didn't reach the pool.
Great videos from when you first set up the pool and improving it over time! I’m curious, have you thought of or considered replacing the flexible pool hoses with pvc pipe?
I’ve thought about it. Could give me some options with adapting a makeshift pool heater or other things. But with the size of my pool I haven’t found the need to do something like that just yet, and I don’t think there would be much benefit besides durability over the flexible hoses that I’m currently using.
Where & how do u back wash hose??
Is it possible to turn it on just by plugin it to electricity ?
I have a smartplug, so i would like to turn it on anytime anywhere i want.
Looks good,thanks for the video.
Life saver
where do you buy that remove iron?
I got it from Menards. It’s called Iron Myte but this product below should do the same thing.
amzn.to/42yzyRj
White plastic hoses didn’t last very long. Replaced wirh 1 1/2” pvc. Works like a champ
Need help with attaching skimmer hosento inside of my pool which is 1 1/4 inch whole and the tube that came with my skimmer along with attachment head for inside pool is too large. 🙄
What tube adapter can I buy that will fit both.
I followed the same process and the pressure in my pump is below the green line. Nothing comes out and the numbers on the pump say 0.0 when I turn it on, how can I fix this?
My pool isnt pushing water around in filter mode. Could you tell me what i need to do? Am I supposed to leave the black hose connected while the pump is in filter mode?
So can you use chlorine tabs for these type of filters on the basket?
@@alexcorrales2142 you can throw a chlorine puck or tabs in the filter basket.
Now what about a skimmer??
Thank you for sharing, very informative. Question for you. I have a Bestway Steel Pro Max 12x30 pool and took your advise on the sand filter. The problem I'm having is mounting the large Inlet air nozzle to the pool. The port on the pool is smaller. How did you get around it? Did you buy an adaptor or a smaller Inlet air nozzle? If so can you share the size I need.
I upgraded the inlet. You can check out how it’s done and the part needed in the video description of this video.
How to convert 1.25" to 1.5" hoses to upgrade your Intex pump.
ua-cam.com/video/IpyVM8cjB1U/v-deo.html
There are adapters available on Amazon to be able to connect the 1.5” hose to the 1.25” inlet, but I didn’t want to restrict the flow of the pump at all.
I have the same pool also, did the adapter work for you?
My sand filter only need 50 pounds of number 20 silica sand
You must have a smaller model. Our first Intex filter only took 50lbs, we upgraded to this one which did take 120 lbs.
Great video which I will review a few more times after in the sandy State of Michigan I can find sand for this pump!!!!!! No number 20 Silica sand in the whole state ! I can find HTH pool filter sand about 45 minutes away will that work ?
Mine didn’t come with the relief valves ….how else can I relieve the system of air bubbles
How do I get fresh water into the sand filter now that it's my second season using it and it was drained at the end of last season?
Have you considered adding the saltwater system? Also did it clear up with the new pump all on its own? Thanks
I haven’t considered the salt water system only because I don’t like salt water, which is just a personal preference. And to clear the water I just added the iron removal product and let the pump run. You will need to vacuum anything left on the bottom and backwash after a day for the iron but the pump cleared the iron really well.
Do you operate pump going clockwise or counter clockwise please?
Hello I bought this pump and I got it setup and did the backwash cycle and rinse. Still getting lots of noticeable sand at the bottom , any idea why ?
Did you have to buy new connectors for the hoses to work or did that pump come with everything you needed?
@@lukesparrow2151 I actually bought this pump used so unfortunately I can’t tell you exactly what extra parts came in the box. You can find the extra parts needed however on my video on how I upgraded from 1.25” to 1.5” hoses for a larger pump.
@@Type5Reviews awesome. Thanks for the help.
When your done running in filter mode and put it in closed mode, should you turn all hose valves to close? Right now my 2 inlet hoses connected to the t-vavle do not have the closed open valve so it leaks from the pre-filter going into the pump.
I’m curious too, I hope he answers you.
Do you have to still buy shock for this filter?
Yes I still shock the pool to boost the chlorine levels then use chlorine tablets to maintain.
Is everything included with the pump?
Depends on what pool you started with. Since I was upgrading from a small pool I had to upgrade the outlet port that goes back to the pool to 1.5” from 1.25”. You can check out my other video on that. And I also had to upgrade the tee that joins the two 1.25” inlets to a 1.5” hose to the pump.
Now would I need a chlorine tablets with this filter system?
Yes you still need chlorine tablets with a sand filter. I use the large chlorine pucks in a floater and add them as needed after testing. Without the chlorine after a while the pool will turn green from algae.
What is that vacuum system you have? Does that just hook up directly to the pump?
I have the same pool, just got it this summer. I want to switch to a sand filter soon! Does it matter that the pump flow rate is a lot higher on that pump for that size of a pool?? Any issues with that set up?
Can you share your pool vacuum?
Thank u so much! I just have a question, I didn’t fill my sand up with water to the top. I stopped at the Mac line. Will that be ok?
Filling the filter up with water is just to be precautious. You’ll be fine. If anything after you turn on your pump monitor it to see if you need to stop it and release any air and you’ll be good.
How do you know how much sand is needed?
Do I need to plug inlet and outlet if my pool is full before installing?
how many lbs of sand did it take to fill?
Great video, I've just upgraded my filter cartridge pump to a more powerful one and it's still garbage. So I think I'm going to have to bite the bullet and go for a sand system. Only issue is my 12ft Intex prism frame has only one inlet and outlet port. Can I still use one of these systems?
Yes
What you use to hook up that sump hose to your backwash?
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How did you hook up the pool vacuum?
Intex Pool Manual Vacuum Setup and How To.
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I can not get water to go into the filter. The valves are turned on.
I just ordered Intex sand pump. Did all those connections come with it? Hoses and connectors look different. Thank you.
I upgraded my pump from a previous setup so not all of the connections are the same. I had to order a different tee to adapt to the 1 1/2 for the pump and I upgraded the nozzle that returned back into the pool.
@@Type5Reviews thanks
Which connectors did you use?
@@stephanieescoto4863 I ended up buying adapters and new hoses. I’m trying to not cut my pool.
Great work 👍
Thanks bro. Have you any ideas for vacuum hose?
Intex Pool Manual Vacuum Setup and How To.
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What kind of sand do you recommend
Pool sand #20 grade silica. Home Depot and Lowe’s carry it. This particular pump requires 77lbs, so two bags
Hello😊 what is the diference betwen this sand pumb and inteks small pump with filter? I have that small filter pump but I am not satisfated its always green water and I must buy new. Hugs from Serbia❤
The sand filters the water a little finer and you normally don’t have to change the sand out for the entire season as long as you backwash the filter every so often. My small filter had a hard time keeping my pool clear, but when I switched to the sand filter and stayed on top of the chlorine levels my pool stayed clear all last Summer. I definitely think it’s a worth while upgrade from the small cartridge filters.
Great video! Where can I buy the connections for the hoses to the pool
Amazon! I got all the same stuff on Amazon. This video is so great!!
I keep finding sand at the bottom of my pool and its a brand new Intex pump. Intex sent a new top piece (valve) and pipe (not laterals). I replaced both and sure enough, sand still in the pool? I'm so frustrated. I am using #20 sand. Any help would be very appreciated.
How many hours it takes to clean the pool crystal clear, just installed one but not cristal clear yet
Depends on the size of your pool. Mine took about 2 days to be perfect.
Awesome ! How did you hook up the vacuum? Thank You
I use the adapter that came with the intex surface skimmer that converts one of the inlets to a 1.5” hose adapter. Basically this adapter below.
amzn.to/3WKPcba
Then I use a standard 1.5” hose with hose clamps and a pole connected to a cheap pool vacuum like this.
amzn.to/3q521AD
How do you hook up the vacuum
Intex Pool Manual Vacuum Setup and How To.
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Caan ou please show me the leaf basket set up? Ours keeps leaking and it seems like an o ring is missing, but nothing fully addresses this set up?
There should be a large black o-ring that sits directly under the lid to the leaf basket on the pump. If yours doesn’t have one or is damaged you’ll need to replace it. Amazon does sell replacement o-rings for the pump. Check it out below.
amzn.to/46eQ8Zq
Do I have to do the hole grounding thing with this filter set up ?
Intex pools like the one in this video is plastic and the pump has a built in gfci, so you don’t have to mess with grounding the pump.
Bro cool video hey do you have one on how to vacuum? Because I can’t seem to vacuum
If your pump is strong enough I use a standard 1.5” hose connected to the adapter that came with the intex surface skimmer.
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Otherwise if you don’t have a strong pump that can run a pool hose style vacuum you can check out this video I did below on a cheaper vacuum option.
How to vacuum a small Intex pool.
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Hey man great video. About to set mine up for the first time. Two questions if you have the time: what plunger valves are you using at the inlets/outlets and at the splitter? And what is your process to set up to vacuum? Thanks boss
Here’s a link to the plunger valves. amzn.to/3x7lC7h
And here is a video on how I set up my vacuum. Intex Pool Manual Vacuum Setup and How To.
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And the tee. amzn.to/4c1uTgx
How to convert 1.25" to 1.5" hoses to upgrade your Intex pump.
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Links in the description on these videos as well.
I have questions. Can you run the skimmer basket directly to the pump? Do you have to have the 3rd hole cut into the side of the pool. Is the outlet always higher than the inlet? Thank you.
Yes, no, and yes but some pools with skimmers have the inlets and outlets both near the top.
Thanks for the video. I used it to set up my new pump but I have a question. The drain opening. If I run the pump or even if I have it off, and take that drain cap off water starts coming out by itself. If it's on, the water discharge through the drain hole increases. Do you leave your hose connected and it's open? How do you do so water doesn't come out? Thanks!
Unfortunately it shouldn’t leak out the discharge port even when left open. That would be a sign that either the spider valve gasket inside the selector has worn out or something has gotten misaligned within the valve. This can happen due to age or from switching the selector while the pump is running. To fix it you’d have to take apart the selector valve and replace the inner gasket or even the top selector valve itself. Wish I had a better answer for you. Good luck.
@Type5Reviews I have this same concern! It's a brand new pump I just set up yday just waited til the pool was full today to check everything and I took the white cap off the drain valve and water just pours out of it. I followed step by step directions of how to put it together so I'm just wondering what I may have done wrong for water to be coming out of the drain? I literally haven't even turned the pump on yet I just opened the drain valve once I seen this ladies comment above me.
Are you supposed to wet the sand after putting in cause i didnt do that just backwashed and rinsed?
It just helps keep the strain off the pump during the initial startup. If you’ve already ran the pump don’t worry about it this time.
Do u close the lock nozzles before u turn it on? We opened them to rinse so we close them to filter?
You want the inlet and outlet valves open any time the pump is running.
Hello! What sand do you use for the filter, also why do add water.
The sand is specifically “pool filter sand”. You can find it at pool stores or hardware stores like Menards, Home Depot, or Lowe’s. Walmart may even sell it. And I add water to the filter to keep any air from getting trapped on the initial startup and so that it’s easier on the pump motor when you initially start it up.
@@Type5Reviews thank you
@@notdeci3120 activated glass media is the best. Its a bit more pricey but you only have to buy it once
How many bags of sand did you add?
Did u cut the hole bigger for the return nozzle ???
Yes. Check out my instructions below.
How to convert 1.25" to 1.5" hoses to upgrade your Intex pump.
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Got mine set up but the flow is slow to start . Then every 3 to 4 min it will have random bursts of pressure , is this normal or what is it😊
That does not sound normal. Double check that all of your valves are open and that you’ve bled the air out of the pump using the relief screw on the top of the pump. I’d then check for any obstructions in the hoses or filter basket, etc.
Can you use the chlorine tabs and shock with the sand filter.
Yes
Is there any setting that allows it to do it daily without you having to turn it on even if it’s just for five hours? In other words how do I do it if I wanna run it every night for five hours? If you said it with the method you showed by constantly pressing the button until you get the certain amount of hours, it still stops indefinitely after that no?
The number on the display is for how long it will run daily. If I set that number to 5 it will run for 5 hours and then shut off until the same time the next day when it will start and run for 5 hours. Unfortunately you can’t select a start time so if you wanted it to run in the evening you’d have to go out and turn it on once then it will always start back up in the evening.
@@Type5Reviews thank you so much for the answer. All the best.
We just set ours up last night and our filter basket has no water in it. Why?
Maybe some air got into the system. Try bleeding out the air using the set screw on top of the basket. Make sure all of your valves are open so water can flow through. Then when it’s full of water turn the pump back on.
My intex hose inlets on the pool are way smaller? How do you hook up the big pump connections to the pools smaller inlets/outlets? My pool is 8’ x 16’. Plenty big for this type of pump. WTH am I doing wrong?
Check out the parts I listed in the description. Use this tee to go from your 1 1/4 inlets to 1 1/2 pump. Intex 11872 Replacement Dual Split Hose Plunger Valve Pool Part Accessory Attachment for Above Ground Pool and Pool Pump Maintenance a.co/d/3eucXZB
You’ll also need to change the outlet that goes back into your pool to an 1 1/2 valve. Check out my video on how to upgrade to 1 1/2 to upgrade your pump.
@@Type5Reviews Got it thank you. I can’t believe Intex doesn’t ship the bigger pumps with the plunger T. That is strange. Thank you for your help!
Do you move valves to closed when filter is done running?
I leave the valves open all the time. Once the hours on the pump is set it runs daily for those number of hours at the same time it was started last.