Can I run pool filter with people in pool?

Do you run a pool pump while swimming? Pool pumps are essential to any working pool filtration system. There is no clear rule on whether or not to run the pump while you are swimming. The answer is yes, you can run it while swimming, but you do not have to.

Should you run your filter when you’re in the pool?

The pump should push your entire pool in gallons in this 8 hour period of time. Residential pool water only needs to be turned over once daily to have proper filtration. The key to a properly sanitized pool is not only filtered water but also well-balanced water chemistry.

Should the pool pump run when swimming?

The pump is the main part of the swimming pool circulation system. Although it’s generally recommended that all the pool water undergo filtration every 24 hours, the pump does not need to run all the time.

Can you run the filter on an above ground pool with the cover on?

Absolutely! Most of a pool filter pump’s job is moving dirt/debris laden water though baskets and filters to send cleaner water back to the pool. If you’re keeping almost all debris out with a cover, the filtration need is all but eliminated.

What time of day should I run my pool filter?

While it’s important to circulate your water at least a little bit during the daytime, running it at night is far more efficient. Electrical companies charge less for energy use during non-peak hours, which is typically between 9 pm and before 8 am. So to save and keep your pool looking clear, run the pump at night.

Can you swim while the pool filter is running?

Can you swim while the pool filter is running? Yes you can, and I would even say it is better to run the pool pump while you are swimming in fact. If the pump isn’t running then the skimmers will not be operating.

Why do I need a filter pump in my Pool?

The running time of a filter pump is something pool professionals often disagree about. A good rule of thumb is that the hotter the weather and the more people are using the pool, the longer the filter pump needs to run in order to keep the water clean. The filter pump is responsible for capturing small particles of dirt and debris.

How often should I Run my pool filter each day?

How long should I run my pool filter each day? It is an established rule of thumb that the minimum time you should run the pump for is sufficient time for the all of the water in the pool to be filtered once. Often this is around 8 hours per day.

When to use the valve positions on a pool filter?

It is the pool filter valve positions setting that your filter will spend most of its life on. Mostly it will be used when the pool pump runs on your timer to keep the water in the pool clean. The filter setting is also the one you will use the most when vacuuming your pool.

Is it OK to run a pool pump all the time?

If you ran the pump continuously it would largely be a waste of electricity (and give a big electricity bill) and it would also wear out your pool pump far earlier than necessary. Having said that, if money isn’t an issue to you, then by all means run the pool pump for twenty four hours a day.

What should the pressure be in my pool filter?

For the most part, 8-15 psi is considered “good”. It’s a good idea to write this number down once you have identified what the “normal” pressure is for your filter. This is the number you will reference to determine if your pressure is high or low. Why Is My Pressure High?