For an above ground pool to be cleaned the right way, an above ground pool pump needs to be installed. Pumps as such are intended to push water in and out of the pool. The process to install the pump is not hard; it is easier than installing one for an underground pool; one person can take care of it. To install a pump, it takes about one hour and you are closer to swimming in your pool!
Measure the place where the pump will be on. This should be close to the skimmer. You will dig a hole, the size of the patio block your pump will sit on. In this hole you will place the patio block; place the pool pump on that.
Now the skimmer will need to be connected. There are hose clamps that need to be placed on the hose. These must be left on loosely. One end should attach to beneath the skimmer at the wall. You can now tighten the screws. Connect the other end to the pump and tighten these clamps.
Next is the attachment of the return hose. You need to place the clamps on both ends of it. One end of the hose should attached to the pool wall in the return part, then tighten the clamp. Take the other end and attach it on the filter return, which is on the filter. This clamp should be tightened also.
It is time to connect the filter discharge. Usually filters have a union between it and the pump. Use pliers to tighten for the water pump. If there is no union, take another hose that has clamps. One end will go on top of the pool pump; the other end will go on the part of the filter that says pump in. Tighten all clamps.
There is a filter cartridge that needs to be put on the filter. If you do not have a cartridge, filling it with sand can do the trick. You can now turn it on once you have plugged it up. Check for any leaks. If you find leaks, check all the hoses and make tight the clamps.
Your above ground pool pump is officially installed! Be sure to add all the chemicals needed to care for the pool. Contact a pool store is you have any questions; one of their employees can help. Once your pool is ready, it is time to go swimming and enjoy the sun!
Author Steve Short writes for Above Ground Swimming Pool Pump your complete source for Above Ground Pool Pump information and reviews. The Hayward Swimming Pool Pump experts.
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