How to Prime a Pool Pump?

The swimming pool pump is the core equipment to play the function of the swimming pool filtration system. It keeps the water flowing so dirt and debris can be filtered out so your pool chemicals can work effectively.

If the pool pump is not working properly, your pool water will quickly become stagnant. Water bugs and mosquitoes will take over the habitat and algae will flourish. Think green, murky water that isn't attractive to swimmers, and lots of bugs swimming around to drive you away.

Keeping your pool pump functional is essential to keeping your pool clean and healthy. And, by extension, it's also important to know how to care for your pool pump so you can avoid costly repairs and replacements.

Pool pumps often collect some air inside. Any time it is not running full of water, such as when a swimming pool is closed or reopened during the season, there is a chance of air getting inside the pump.

Before you can operate a pool pump that has air in it, you will need to blow out the line with water to remove any air and replace it with water.

Starting a pool pump is important, but the task is relatively simple.

Although your pump may already be off if you need to start it, make sure the power button is indeed in the off position or the power to the unit is disconnected. Whenever you work with water and electricity, take extra safety precautions before you start work.

The multi-port valve on your pump can be set to circulate water. This brings the water directly into the pump, which then recirculates it back into the pool. In a recirculation setup, the water bypasses the filter and goes directly to the pump to ensure that there is actually water in the pump.

Open the air relief valve located on top of the filter to relieve excess air pressure in the line.

Remove any debris collected in the basket and hose it down. Check for wear and replace parts such as o-rings as needed.

Use the garden hose to slowly fill the pump basket and put the lid back into place.

Once the pump basket is full and tightened, make sure the vent valve is open and power on the pump.

The water should continue to flow for thirty seconds. If you do not have consistent flow, turn off the pump and repeat the previous steps. Thoroughly inspect all hardware for wear.

Once the water keeps flowing, close the air pressure release valve.

A pool pump is a necessary and often expensive pool piece of equipment that passes water through a filtration system to filter out debris. It is necessary for a clean and hygienic swimming environment. While this piece of equipment can be a bit pricey, costing pool owners an average of $300 to $800, it's very important.

Starting your pool pump is the process of removing any trapped air and making sure it is full of water before operating the pump. Failure to properly start the pool pump will quickly burn out the pump motor. Pool owners must take the time to start the pump safely and properly before operating it.

The process is pretty simple, with the pump powered off, you'll expel as much air as possible and fill the system with water to replace it. If you have any problems starting the pump, the first solution is always to add more water. You can add water directly to the pump basket, which is the most efficient and recommended.

Alternatively, you can add more water via an oil skimmer, which is how swimming pool designs work. If you've exhausted all options and the pump still won't start, it may be time for a new pump. If you need to buy a new swimming pool pump, please contact us.

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