Advise re hoovering pool

[Mollie the cat]

I have been cleaning my own pool for over a year, suddenly the hoover will not pick up in the pool, lost all suction. I have backwashed, checked the filters, any ideas anyone? Thanks in anticipation.

[ElectricianPete]

Perhaps something has been sucked in and is blocking the pipework.
Is the pressure gauge reading normally when it is set to filter?
If it is then the pump is OK.
Does the multivalve move freely and is it performing correctly?

[Mollie the cat]

The gauge reading is normal when the pump is on, the water does not seem to be passing through the basket properly. you could be right maybe there is a blockage from the balance tank?

[Mollie the cat]

The multi valve is set correctly and does move freely.

[Groucho]

It maybe the flexible vacuum pipe has leaks meaning the suction doesn't reach the business end...

[TRNCVaughan]

where are you? if not too far i will visit and take a look.

[topten]

Check the little rubber strips on the hoover,if they are torn you will not get suction

[Steve C]

Vaughan, a gentleman as ever!

[Mollie the cat]

Hi Vaughan,
Thanks for your kind offer, we live in Ozankoy, well on the road to Ozankoy you have been before, of course I will pay you for your time. If you can call me I will give you directions thanks. 05338762204.

[Mollie the cat]

Thanks to everyone else for your suggestions.

[Mollie the cat]

Vaughan, thanks again for your kind offer, I think I solved the problem, it was a non return valve sticking just after the balance tank lever.

[Groucho]

Vaughan, thanks again for your kind offer, I think I solved the problem, it was a non return valve sticking just after the balance tank lever.

how on earth does the balance tank come into play when hoovering?

[TRNCVaughan]

Vaughan, thanks again for your kind offer, I think I solved the problem, it was a non return valve sticking just after the balance tank lever.

Well done. If you still have a problem, give me a shout.

[thornaby]

As always loads of good advice with some not so good. A very obvious thing is to check the suction at the port on the side of the pool.. If good look at the suction hose, they do fail.

[thornaby]

Molie, also understand please that when hovering pool the water does not go through the same filter.
It goes from the suction port direct to drain.

[thornaby]

My last post should read sand not same, damn tablets!

[brian24001]

Molie, also understand please that when hovering pool the water does not go through the same filter.
It goes from the suction port direct to drain.

No reason why you cannot hoover through the filter and backwash after, provided not too much debris on the bottom, saves a lot of water.

[TRNCVaughan]

http://www.waterco.eu/products?ptitle=m ... -filter_87

I have fitted several of these filters to pools. If you are building a pool and would like to get away from water wasteful, inefficient sand filters, give me a call.

TRNCVaughan
0533 845 8494

[jimm]

Vaughan whats the approximate cost for one of these to replace a sand filter

[TRNCVaughan]

Vaughan whats the approximate cost for one of these to replace a sand filter

About £750, supplied and fitted, subject to survey.
On a new pool, a conventional filter, complete with sand could cost about £600, so this is a viable alternative.

[jimm]

Bit expensive only 370 pounds in the UK

[TRNCVaughan]

Bit expensive only 370 pounds in the UK

If I give you £370, will you get one for me next time you are in the UK, please.

[TRNCVaughan]

And fit it for me, as well?

[TRNCVaughan]

And hold the warranty for 5 years?

[Groucho]

Bit expensive only 370 pounds in the UK

all you get for that is a box with the filter in it....

[jimm]

Gents did not really want to cause such a fuss but from FTS Aquatics see below and OK it is 448 pounds with VAT, I was only saying it is a bit expensive

Waterco MultiCyclone Plus MC12 (40) with cartridge
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The Waterco MultiCyclone Plus is a slightly smaller version of Waterco’s revolutionary all-in-one Multicyclone filtration system. It has all the benefits of the ever-popular Waterco MultiCyclone pre-filter with the addition of a 40ft2 filter cartridge, making it the ideal choice for koi ponds and swimming pools up to 80m3. A pressure gauge located on the top of the unit indicates when the filter cartridge requires cleaning but since the majority of sediment is removed by the centrifugal filtration unit, the cleaning interval is long and maintenance of the whole system is minimal. The unit benefits from high quality, robust Waterco design and comes with a 2 Year Guarantee.

[TRNCVaughan]

£448 only buys you the filter, in the UK.
Then you have to ship it out here as it won't fit in your suitcase.
Then you have to pay the KDV and import duty.
Then you have to install it.
Then you have to guarantee it for the duration of the warranty.

[Mollie the cat]

Vaughan is a really nice guy who would NOT rip you off. He has done work for us and we were more than happy. In life you get what you pay for, he needs to earn a living like most other people.

[jimm]

I am not saying that Vaughan would rip anyone off and am sure that he would not, I was just saying that to me and only me that it seems a little expensive

[TRNCVaughan]

Jimm,

The problem is you are not comparing apples with apples.
The purchase price in the UK is just the beginning of the expenditure.

[thornaby]

Molie if you are still having problems,
with the multi port valve set at "waste" very carefully check the strength of suction at the port on the side of the pool.
If it is good it will pull your fingers in so please be careful.
If it is good the problem lies with the hose, these do collapse and stop the suction.
If poor it could be the multi port valve but
I would suspect the drain line / soak away outside the pump room
Most problems can be resolved with a little knowledge and a methodical approach to fault finding.

I think these centrifugal filter are the way of the future, providing the cartridge filters are available at a sensible price.

[TRNCVaughan]

Molie if you are still having problems,
with the multi port valve set at "waste" very carefully check the strength of suction at the port on the side of the pool.
If it is good it will pull your fingers in so please be careful.
If it is good the problem lies with the hose, these do collapse and stop the suction.
If poor it could be the multi port valve but
I would suspect the drain line / soak away outside the pump room
Most problems can be resolved with a little knowledge and a methodical approach to fault finding.

I think these centrifugal filter are the way of the future, providing the cartridge filters are available at a sensible price.

Replacement cartridge filters are available at approx £45, plus carriage from the UK.

[Mollie the cat]

Thanks everyone for your replies, much appreciated. Out of interest how much does it cost to run a pool pump per hour?

[brian24001]

Thanks everyone for your replies, much appreciated. Out of interest how much does it cost to run a pool pump per hour?

Look on the pump, see how many KwH it is, then decide which of your units to allocate, remember your electric units are on an increasing scale. If you work on the higher units cost probably gives the best idea.