Maintenance Guides / Pool & Hot Tub

Clean pool filter cartridge

Difficulty: easyTime: 45 mins

Why it matters

Dirty cartridges reduce circulation, allowing algae and chemical imbalances.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Turn off pool filter pump and release pressure.

  • 2

    Open filter housing and carefully remove cartridge element.

  • 3

    Rinse cartridge top to bottom with garden hose at low to medium pressure.

  • 4

    Inspect for tears, collapsed sections, or permanent debris.

  • 5

    Soak in cleaning solution if heavily soiled.

  • 6

    Reinstall, close housing, and restart filter system.