How to Siphon Water Out of an Above Ground Pool
An above-ground pool can be a great way to spend a summer with family and friends. Sometimes, it can be a blessing on a hot day. However, after awhile, it can be an eye sore and a pain to deal with--especially when full. Getting water out of an above ground pool can be a task and a labor. However, it's not impossible. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Obtain a garden hose. A standard garden hose is acceptable and should not have holes. Make sure the hose is also flexible and should not have bends or kinks in the curve. Garden hoses are inexpensive and usually a half-inch in diameter and come in varying lengths. A hose made from rubber with a securing metal ring on both ends is optimal.
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Attach the hose. Placing the hose between the above ground pool and an outdoor faucet is the next step in siphoning water. Place the hose to an outdoor faucet. Place the other end in the above-ground pool and is under the water's surface.
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Balance out the water pressure. Turn on the water flow to the hose until it is full of water. There may be visible bubbles or a gush of water that can be seen pushing under the above ground pool's water surface. Once the garden hose is full of water, shut the flow off.
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Begin siphoning. Remove the hose from the outdoor faucet and place the hose elsewhere. Make sure it is at a lower level than the pool and allow the water to siphon out. The hose may need to be adjusted as the water level drops from within the above ground pool.
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Consider a sump pump alternative. Place a standard, heavy-duty sump pump inside the water of the above-ground pool. A sump pump that comes with a Floater is desirable. The Floater is a device that hangs from the pump. When it lifts above a certain level, it activates the pump's motors.
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Activate the sump pump. Place the sump pump's hose in the desired location and make sure its Floater is floating above the level of activation (usually at a 45 degree angle). Connect the pump to its power source and activate it. Watch the pump as it may need manual disconnection even after the water is done to avoid motor burn-out.
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Tips & Warnings
If using pump equipment, be sure to thoroughly consult manuals on usage.
Be careful if using pumps with electrical motors near water.
