How to Clean a Swimming Pool Cartridge Filter

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By Allienne Becker
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How to clean a swimming pool filter.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Step 1

First remove the filter from it housing and carry it to a grassy area where the water will be welcome.
Step 2

Turn the water in the hose on full. Slowly turn the filter around as you turn the hose on it. Move the hose up and down so that the dirt is washed from the filter. Turn the filter around gradually while hosing it down. Continue until all the loose dirt is washed out.
Step 3

If the filter has an excessive amount of dirt and algae in it, you need to fill the bucket with water and put a couple of cups of dishwasher detergent in it and soak the filter in the bucket of soapy water until it is clean. It will take a few hours. Rinse it thoroughly and then reinstall it in the place where it is housed to filter the pool

Tips & Warnings

You can continue cleaning the filter until it begins falling apart. When that happens you will need to purchase a new filter.
If you have a lot of algae in your pool, it will be necessary to clean the filter again after only one day of use.