Sometimes things don't go so smoothly after you open your pool. Here are some common problems and what actions you should take:
Obvious
drips coming from filter tank, pump or visible pipes.
Try
tightening the fittings. But easily. Remember, most pipes and fittings and
filters are plastic. Be careful.
This
may mean the pool has an underground pipe leak or, if you have a sand filter it
could mean that something in the sand filter is cracked.
This
means that there is something in the DE filter that is ripped or cracked.
You
should backwash the filter immediately.
Add
new DE.
If
problem persists, filter may be in need of an "acid wash".
Sand
filter isn't putting out enough water pressure and/or isn't effectively
filtering the pool.
You
should backwash the filter immediately.
If
problem persists, filter may be in need of a sand change.
You
notice many air bubbles mixing with the water coming out of the return jets.
Probably
means that there is a suction line leak, usually under or by the skimmers.
You
notice settled or wet dirt/You see bricks or patio blocks around the skimmers or
return jets settling or sinking into the ground.
Probably
means an underground pipe leak at that point.
Pump
makes a loud squealing noise; it heats up or is not running to its full
capability.
This
indicates that the pump is in need of professional service.
Either
remove it and bring it to a pool store or pump shop for repair, or replace the
pump.
If
the water level goes down past the sidewalls, then it usually means that the
leak is in the pool floor. You do not want all the water to drain out of the
pool as it is bad for the liner and very bad for the pool walls - you do not
want the pool to fall in! If you see that you are quickly losing all the water
in your pool, put a hose in the pool, start to refill it and contact a local
pool professional to locate & patch the hole.