Bestway Filter Pump Settings - Backwash Procedure - Explained!

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In this video, we go through the step-by step procedure to perform a backwash (flush) on a Bestway (Intex, Costco) above ground pool filtering system. This backwashing procedure flushes out the debris and gunk from the filter media in order to keep your pool as clean and clear as possible.
The Bestway pump described in this video is this one:
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This pump used the polysphere filtration balls or filter sand in order to filter the water in your pool.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:16 Plume of Nasty Water
00:38 Brief Explanation of All Pump Settings
02:18 Cleaning the Filter Trap
02:33 Plugging the Inlet Lines
02:53 Removing the Input Filters
03:21 Removing the Filter Trap
03:50 Re-Installing the Inlet Filters
04:23 Attaching a Drain Hose
05:01 START OF BACKWASH PROCEDURE
05:15 Backwash Setting
06:06 Rinse Setting
06:30 Filtering Setting
06:42 Recommended Pressure Setting
07:08 Recirculate Setting
07:30 Drain Setting
We go through each of the 6 settings in great detail, including the following:
1. Stop: This setting is used when you don't need the pump to circulate water, such as when you're not using the pool or performing maintenance.
2. Drain: The drain setting is used to lower the water level in the pool. When set to "drain," the pump will remove water from the pool, helping you to lower the water level for various purposes, such as cleaning or maintenance.
3. Filter: When the pump is set to "filter," it's actively pulling water from the pool and sending it through the pool's filtration system. This setting is used for regular filtration, removing debris and particles from the water as it circulates through the filter media.
4. Rinse: After backwashing, it's important to set the pump to "rinse." During this setting, clean water is sent through the filter for a brief period, flushing out any remaining debris and helping to settle the filter media back into its normal configuration before returning to the "filter" setting.
5. Recirculate: In the "recirculate" setting, the pump bypasses the pool's filter system and simply recirculates the water back into the pool. This can be useful when you want to mix chemicals or treatments into the pool water without sending it through the filter. Or if you have a solar heater and just want to circulate and mix the warm water.
6. Backwash: Backwashing is the process of cleaning the filter media. When set to "backwash," the pump reverses the water flow through the filter, dislodging and flushing out accumulated dirt and debris from the filter media. The dirty water is then sent out of the waste or backwash line.
After show and tell on the 6 pump settings, we then go through the filter trap cleaning and backwash procedure from start to finish.
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[@PracticalMechanic]

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[@noahramirez7828]

hey dude i got a question my pool pump isnt turning on i press the reset button and the light turns on but once i let it go light turns off and pool wont turn on

[@PracticalMechanic]

Are you using an extension cord or smart plug, by chance? Sometimes those can interfere; try to avoid them. Also check the GFI test/reset button on the outlet/circuit if it has one. If not, could be a ground fault issue, so best not to override it. Good luck, hope you get it figured out.

[@noahramirez7828]

@@PracticalMechanic yes am using an extension cord and the reset button or test button dont work

[@PracticalMechanic]

Try it without the extension cord, if possible. If that doesn't work, I'm not sure what the issue is, sorry.

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[@cmxpeach_]

Finally someone that showed how to properly clean the catch basket! Thank you so much!!!

[@PracticalMechanic]

Glad I could help!

[@anib9634]

Thank you, Sir! You don’t know how many marriages you saved with this video! 🎉

[@PracticalMechanic]

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[@SarahSchaffer-l9f]

Great video for a first time sand pump user. Thank you!

[@nicoledelgado2794]

I have watched so many videos. This one was by far the best for beginners! Explained everything as if I've never used a pump before. Which I havnt. 😂

[@PracticalMechanic]

So glad it helped, thanks for the feedback👍!

[@RobinLewisMakes]

Thank you!!! My 58515 pump didn’t come with a manual, but everything I needed was in this video

[@PracticalMechanic]

Awesome! Glad it helped! 👍

[@IAmDavidAmbrose]

Great explanation! You're right the manual leaves a lot to be desired.... Thanks!

[@PracticalMechanic]

Absolutely! Glad it helped! 👍

[@markgeorge8493]

Great video! Just put my pump together and thanks to the instruction sheet I had no clue what to do to use this pump! Thanks so much!!!

[@PracticalMechanic]

You're welcome, glad it helped!

[@racheltalbot6345]

Omg ur a life saver!! I bought myself a second hand pool& had no instructions & I had no idea on how to put it up or back wash it!! Thank you so much for ur simple to understand videos!!

[@PracticalMechanic]

You're welcome! Thanks for the feedback, and hope you get a lot of use out of it and good times!

[@markgeorge8493]

Thank you, I'll check if it has one! Much appreciated!

[@jessecahardwick5348]

Best video out there for these pumps! Thank you!

[@PracticalMechanic]

Thank you! Much appreciated!

[@spikeytop8982]

I have exactly this pump & sand filter system. I definitely didn’t get any plugs, searched high and low for them. Also, the instruction manual isn’t very clear regarding the pump settings, thank god for this video.

[@HR-vc9gn]

Thank you! This has definitely saved my kids' summer.

[@A_Wood_Hunt]

Luckily I found this video first. I feel informed. Thank you

[@PracticalMechanic]

You're welcome! Glad it helped and have a great summer!

[@josiedonnelly5091]

Oh my goodness…Thank you SO much!!! So much appreciate your very concise, clear explanation. My pool had gone all brown (I think from the new sand I put in) but I’m running the pump and hope your instruction has helped me to clear it.

[@PracticalMechanic]

I hate it when that happens!! No worries, you'll be up and running with crystal clear pool water in no time! Thanks for watching my channel, all the best to you! 👍

[@crystalgregg3732]

Thank you so much! You are our hero when it comes to this pump!

[@PracticalMechanic]

Awesome, thank you! 👍

[@victoriabartelt8176]

Thank you! VERY helpful!

[@carlrathburn8722]

Great video! It was definitely well explained and a big help!

[@RobertAgarHutton]

Thanks for the video. I'm just about to upgrade to a sand filter for my Bestway above ground pool - I use the pool all year round and keeping it clean in the winter seems more difficult than in the summer.

[@PracticalMechanic]

You're welcome! I've found it to be a good pump. All the best and hope you have a great winter!

[@michellegreiner6714]

Thank you so much! This video was perfect!

[@lindseyh4994]

This video was so helpful. Thank you a million times!

[@PracticalMechanic]

Thanks! Glad it helped!

[@joes6883]

Very helpful sir. thanks for this. I lost my directions. I'm setting up our pool again from the Winter cycle and was curious but not totally unsure about the settings. Your video cleared things up. Appreciate this very much.

[@PracticalMechanic]

Thank you for the kind words, I appreciate folks watching the videos and getting use out is them, makes it worth it! Have a great summer 👍

[@meirdan8685]

Thank you it was very helpful

[@michaelmayhill1321]

Thanks a million! This really helped me out with my first time setting up a pool. Everything I needed to know.

[@PracticalMechanic]

Terrific! Glad to hear it! 👍

[@elenasuber4959]

Thank you !!! This video is priceless.

[@PracticalMechanic]

Glad it helped, thanks for the feedback!

[@emdeejay7432]

That manual was like egyptian hieroglyphics. It was so confusing. Absolutely useless. You cleared up any questions I had within 5 minutes. Thank you so much.

[@PracticalMechanic]

I'm glad it was helpful; thanks for the feedback!

[@emdeejay7432]

@PracticalMechanic you're welcome. Thank you for the video. I had me and my bf trying to decipher those instructions and I couldn't make heads or tails of them between the 2 of us and I'm usually really good with instructions, but these were just really bad. So thank you for making this. It's gonna be very helpful when it's time to actually setup up the pump. I have to get the sand tomorrow and get it all running.

[@PracticalMechanic]

Haha! That's great! Good luck with the setup, hope it goes well!

[@Ahamann1979]

Thank you so much

[@amandacarvalho5355]

Thank you, this video was so helpful.

[@PracticalMechanic]

You're welcome! 😁

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[@PracticalMechanic]

Awesome, thank you! Glad it helped 😀

[@sortofapimp]

This is my go too video once a week hahaha 😂 thanks for the wonderful explanation!

[@PracticalMechanic]

I just used it today for reference as well (and it's my own video)! I'm glad you find it useful, too! Please like and subscribe, it helps a lot!

[@sortofapimp]

Already done!

[@PracticalMechanic]

Thanks!

[@pennyh8996]

Great video! Thanks!

[@PracticalMechanic]

You're welcome! All the best to you!

[@luisdiaz3887]

Video is great. Well explained in a slow way so everyone can understand it. Thank you so much.

[@PracticalMechanic]

You're welcome! Thanks for the kind words; glad it's helpful!

[@MahalaLane-bb3mo]

Thank you the manual was not as helpful as this video ❤ they need to reference this video to those who buy this pool

[@dianecarr5548]

Thank you for your explanation!

[@PracticalMechanic]

You're welcome, glad it helped! Have a great summer! 🌞

[@ghertoneflores2714]

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[@lounicosia6596]

Thank You

[@carolehart2424]

Best explanation of this filter I've seen.. thank you.. you have helped me a lot 😊

[@PracticalMechanic]

Great, glad to hear it! All the best to you! 🙂

[@courtneystubbs8442]

This is so helpful! The manual shows the DRAIN feature as the backwash function! No wonder mine has not been working!

[@PracticalMechanic]

Oh wow! 😂

[@dorotheecoldiron5702]

Thank you

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Thanks awesome tutorial

[@PracticalMechanic]

Thanks, you made my day! 👍

[@lindaabbey790]

Thank you for this video! Awesome instructions!

[@PracticalMechanic]

Thank you, glad it helped! 😁

[@ramonnavarro269]

Thank you so much 🤝

[@PracticalMechanic]

You're welcome! 🙏

[@20redsoxx]

That was the best and most informative video on this pump. Best way should buy this video from you and Hyperlink in to their instructions. Thanks again so much

[@PracticalMechanic]

Wow, thank you so much! Glad it helped!

[@rafapz2347]

Extremely detailed! Thank you

[@PracticalMechanic]

You're welcome, I'm glad it was helpful!

[@martinvasquez1999]

Very good video, good explanation,thank you

[@PracticalMechanic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SandraMartinez-zg9nz]

Thank you this made my life so much easier

[@PracticalMechanic]

That is so great to hear, thanks for the feedback! 😁

[@tomkelsey3512]

Great, thx !

[@PracticalMechanic]

You're welcome, glad it was helpful! 👍

[@supafly136]

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[@PracticalMechanic]

Thanks!

[@BuffaloChief]

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[@PracticalMechanic]

Thank you very much for the kind words, much appreciated.

[@Jarkebauer1]

Awesome video, thank you.

[@PracticalMechanic]

My pleasure, glad to help!

[@us4damons]

You literally have the easiest to follow directions on the internet. Thank you

[@PracticalMechanic]

Yes, mission accomplished! 😂 Thanks for the feedback!

[@YouCanCallMeCoach89]

super helpful explainer-thanks!

[@PracticalMechanic]

You're welcome, glad to hear it!

[@Snowmansmokey]

Thank you!

[@nanchita150]

Thank you. Would you happen to have a video on how to clean the skimmer to the pool pump?

[@tuxiegirlb3417]

I'm baaacccckkkkk!!! Just followed the backwash instructions. Easy Peazy!! Thanks again. Also do you rescommend puttin a Mr Clean magic eraser or filter balls in the filter. Saw a few videos on this. What do u think???

[@ralo2378]

That was a great video!! Best I've seen. Quick question, where did you get those long hoses. Mine came with small hoses. Is there a place I can order one? Need one about 20'

[@Jentt]

I want to vacuum to waste but this pump has no waste option. Would I use the backwash or drain setting while vacuuming? Great video thank you

[@wandadavid8856]

Thank you.

[@mgnsjlfields]

Very helpful! Now I know how to use the plugs😅

[@PracticalMechanic]

Right on! 👍

[@joecastaneda8147]

Thank you for the video I was kind of confused 😅until see this

[@PracticalMechanic]

No worries, me too at first! 😁

[@laceyking9887]

Most helpful video on this pump I’ve seen! Do you use filter balls or sands in yours? We have a stubborn algae problem and I’m wondering how to open up the pump to wash or replace the filter balls

[@PracticalMechanic]

Thank you, much appreciated! I am using filter balls currently, and I actually recently made a video on how to clean them which sounds right up your alley, hope it helps: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGXKZaepab1md6c Good luck!

[@punkerdoodlexbox]

Is there a video on what hookups I need to vacuum the pool using this same pump?

[@MrFelix617]

How often should this be done ? Great video by the way , perfect for new pool owners like myself

[@PracticalMechanic]

At least once a week. Depends on how dirty your pool gets. Some people perform a backwash daily (though for shorter periods of time, like 15-20 seconds on backwash and rinse, maybe repeat a couple times.)

[@ericlove1193]

This was a great video.. thank you. Can you confirm if i have to put water into the same area where i place the sand ?

[@PracticalMechanic]

Yes. When you turn on the pump, water will fill into the tub where the sand (or filter balls media) is.

[@SteezyVon]

Thank you for this video! How has the pump held up with time?

[@PracticalMechanic]

Thanks! The pump is holding up well after about 1 yr. 👍

[@dior.yulianni1]

Hi, yes I have a question so basically I got my pool a few weeks ago and we put the filter in. Can you show me how your filter works? Which way is the water going into your pool and we have no type of pressure is only going up to 2 or 3 and is supposed to be higher than 4.0

[@nicholasneilson6827]

Simplified for a billion people 😅thank you

[@PracticalMechanic]

Haha! 😂Thanks a lot!

[@oliverross8788]

Your videos great. One question if you could I've been backwashing without using the rinse afterwards I didn't know about it do you think I've been putting a lot of dirt back into the pool? thanks!

[@PracticalMechanic]

Some, but backwashing gets more out than rinsing. Another thing that can help is to switch between backwash and rinse several times during the procedure, just to stir up the balls more.

[@JetMakerG5]

Thank you very much for this. My wife's dog chewed up my paperwork.

[@PracticalMechanic]

I hope the instruction manual didn't cause too much indigestion (For either of you!)

[@tonyizaguirre5907]

I got cotton balls do you need to add water with a hose to get the pump started??

[@brittanyakins6948]

I set my pool up according to the limited instructions and looking at the picture on the box. I followed your instructions to backwash, however no water comes out. When I turn the pump off and push the handle down to change positions water comes out. Any suggestions?

[@gabeszka25]

I have the same filter but i am not sure which setting can be used for vacuming the bottom of the pool?

[@matteapavelich1560]

You are amazing

[@PracticalMechanic]

Thanks! 👍

[@johnlobello9788]

Thanks for this video , very helpful! Question on the inlet, not feeling the suction - shouldn’t I be?

[@PracticalMechanic]

On the inlet side, the suction is very slight. Just make sure the top knob on the "jet" side is FULLY in the "unlock" position. Good luck!

[@johnlobello9788]

@@PracticalMechanic thank you!

[@markgeorge8493]

I was wandering if you knew why my sand filter pump would be leaking around the base of the selector head, I've pretty much tightened the collar as much as I dare? I have the exact same one as is in your video. Thanks.

[@PracticalMechanic]

Not sure. In the following video I walk through the assembly of this pump (skip the first part showing the pool assembly). Maybe a gasket is missing or something? kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJLSgq1tlJt1jcU Hope it helps. Good luck! 👍

[@tuxiegirlb3417]

Thank for the video because the manual was absolutely useles. Happy swimming!!!!!!

[@PracticalMechanic]

Excellent, much appreciated! 👍

[@abigaillarioscarrasco7209]

Question so doing maintenance and adding chemicals can you leave pump in recirculate mode instead of filtering? Or whats the best mode to set your pump when trying to get your water to have acceptable testing strip readings

[@PracticalMechanic]

Either filter or recirculate will work for distributing the chemicals throughout the water in the pool. That being said, on filter mode, the chemicals are also disinfecting the filter media, which can be helpful as well.

[@kelleyoliver8362]

We have set this pool up and have the chlorine tab thing where the filter seems to go. Where does the chlorine tab holder go?

[@ashleyposner9658]

Should you be able to see the filter balls where the jet sprays the water out when using the play setting?

[@PracticalMechanic]

No, they are inside the big tub.

[@DionDavis-kd3dt]

Great video and explanation. We have been following the steps for backwashing and rinsing, but the filter media is not picking up the small debris. When vacuuming, the debris is just shooting into the pool even just after backwashing. Anyone have this problem??

[@PracticalMechanic]

In that case, I recommend cycling through the backwashing and the rinsing several times. So backwash for 30 seconds, then rinse for 30 seconds, then backwash for 30 seconds, then rinse for 30 seconds, and so on. I also recommend shaking the filter tub back and forth while doing this. It will help to dislodge some of the smaller particles trapped inside the filter media. If that doesn't work, you may need to remove the filter media balls and clean them, like this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGXKZaepab1md6c Good luck, hope it helps. 👍

[@biyvov11]

Is there a certain setting for vacuum to waste?

[@chriswenth3735]

What setting do I put it on if I’m using a water broom to clean the bottom of the pool?

[@PracticalMechanic]

Probably keep it on normal filter setting ("play" icon) so anything that gets stirred up eventually gets sucked in through the filter.

[@Brocknoviatch]

Great video! I don’t think that the hose attachment allows for proper cleaning of the filter because of the back pressure it creates. I tested this and the water coming out of the hose on backwash, was pretty clear and then I would get a plume of algae and dirt going back into the pool when filtering again. So I just left the hose fitting off and without even turning the filter on the water coming out was green. I ran backwash till clear, then rinse as you say and boom, no plume when I turned the filter back on. So no hose attachment for me when backwashing anymore. Oh and the pressure returned to normal, which it wasn’t when I was using the hose to backwash. Thought this might help someone out!

[@PracticalMechanic]

Great tip, thank you! It makes a lot of sense; I'll try that next time. Much appreciated!

[@taniawhale7572]

Thank you for this info, I was wondering why my backwash water was still clear, I have now removed the hose and the filter has now been cleaned. Unfortunately the water coming from the pump is causing issues but that will be tomorrow's problem.

[@shottgunD]

Yep, first time I back flushed I didn't use the hose attached and it seemed fine. Then I spent a very long time running a 100ft garden hose over my hill and looped through the fence so I could see the water color from about 30 feet away, the moment I turned it on it seemed like it wasn't flushing right and the psi was way up. Reverted back to large opening hose for drain valve and all is good. I suspected it might be an issue with such force going through a small opening, should have checked before running the hose. Oh well hahaha! Glad it's not just me that noticed this. Thanks.

[@jsizzy3489]

How do we use the drain setting if the intake/outake plumbing is in the middle of the pool? It will just drain to that point.

[@PracticalMechanic]

Yes, you are correct, without changing any of the tubing it will only drain halfway. Many pools have a separate drain port very close to the bottom. Attaching a hose to that and using gravity to drain the pool the rest of the way is common. If you want to speed that up, you can swap the intake hose to that port, and use the pump on the drain setting. Good luck! 👍

[@Christa-tl8jb]

Can a pool vacuum be connected to this pump? If so how does it get connected?

[@steviethurman594]

Do you know why i could still be getting the cloud of dirty water coming out for about 5 seconds after backwashing and rinsing. After backwashing until clear and then rinsing until clear after turning the pump back on filter it sends a cloudy of dirty water back into the pool. I don't understand what i am doing wrong.

[@chrisperrin2803]

Hi, what is the adaptor called you attached with the hose connector.

[@PracticalMechanic]

"Drain Hose Adapter" Similar to this one: amzn.to/4es6D8W Hope it helps.

[@sirrob9142]

Very thorough, this helps me tremendously! Thanks! Subscribed!

[@PracticalMechanic]

Awesome, thank you!

[@cheyennestewart5930]

Is there a vaccum to waste option?

[@sday0516]

Question - does the valve on hose A stay open all the time? If not - when does it open or close? Your videos have helped me SO SO MUCH. Their manual is junk.

[@PracticalMechanic]

Yes, I leave it open constantly. Only really shut it if you're taking it apart for some reason or doing some maintenance.

[@aussieblazer65]

R u kidn me, my manual said different, the drain position said it was backwash, so no wonder my pool water isn't clear any more, ty 4 ur advise, all this time I've been draining my pool. My pH and chlorine levels r perfect but my water isn't clear, now I kno y..

[@PracticalMechanic]

Oh wow! Bummer, anyway, glad to help! Hopefully it's clear from here on out!

[@swaziau]

After I do the filter flush and then a rinse, when I put the leaver back to filter position and turn it on, I get about 4 seconds a dirty silt then it goes clear. What could be causing this.The sand filter and pump is brand new. level and size of sand is correct. Any ideas

[@tamaparata4203]

This is normal. After backwashing and rinsing, put the pump back in the ‘X’ position. Disconnect the hose that connects to the pool. Run the pump in the filter position for a few seconds until it runs clear. Once clear, put back in the ‘x’ position and re connect to the pool. You have just flushed your line.

[@coripage4213]

What setting do you have it on, when you’re adding your shock and chemicals? Play or recirculate?

[@PracticalMechanic]

Play. It is good for the chemicals to get into and disinfect the filter media as well. Hope it helps! 👍

[@coripage4213]

@@PracticalMechanic thank you! Awesome video btw! You saved my life because my husband left me in charge of putting all this together 😅

[@PracticalMechanic]

Thanks. You got this! 🙂

[@duhdustbowl8491]

Should I feel a suction from the parts inside the pool when it’s turned on or no? Like if I put my hand on the suction part?

[@PracticalMechanic]

Not really, it is very mild. You should be able to feel the jet, though.

[@duhdustbowl8491]

@@PracticalMechanic i do feel that part we finally got it working thanks

[@PracticalMechanic]

Great, glad to hear it!

[@freestanding1000]

My bestway pool has a skimmer. I suppose I need to drain down the water level to clean the trap.

[@Daz555Daz]

Is there any need to block off port D? No water comes out during normal filter operation so I just leave a host connected to it permanently.

[@PracticalMechanic]

It may leak when the pump is off, but I'd have to confirm that.

[@Daz555Daz]

​@@PracticalMechanicI'll double check myself too. Interestingly some models don't have an on off switch and instructions make no mention of turning off before changing settings.

[@Daz555Daz]

@@PracticalMechanic OK with my Bestway all that happens is that some water leaks out when you are moving the handle between settings. Other than that it causes no other water to exit.

[@PracticalMechanic]

Okay, good to know, thanks for checking on that!

[@jordan1234564]

Hey, thanks for the info. Do you know any way to put a timer on this? I put a timer on it and it keeps tripping the GFCI on the plug of the pump. I'm trying to have it run at different times of the day.

[@PracticalMechanic]

I had the same outcome with a wifi smartplug.

[@jordan1234564]

@@PracticalMechanic I figured out how to get it to work. I had to splice the wire from the pump to the GFCI plug. I put the timer between the pump and the plug and I waterproofed everything. Perfectly fine now

[@PracticalMechanic]

Nice! That is a good way to do it. Thanks for letting me know

[@Kwkslack]

@practicalMechanic is there another work around this? I’m trying to use a WiFi smart plug to put the pump on a “schedule” and it trips every time the schedule ends and therefore won’t turn back on the next time. Your videos were great and very helpful! Thank you!

[@jordan1234564]

@@Kwkslack This was the comment I left. " I figured out how to get it to work. I had to splice the wire from the pump to the GFCI plug. I put the timer between the pump and the plug and I waterproofed everything. Perfectly fine now"

[@sergioarmas6689]

Do you have to do a backwash even if your using brand new polyester filtering balls?

[@PracticalMechanic]

No, just once they get dirty.

[@sergioarmas6689]

@@PracticalMechanic Thank you.

[@FawkesOrigin]

When doing the recirculate - how long should we do that for?

[@PracticalMechanic]

Several minutes or so should do it.

[@charliecalim]

Can I use it just to recirculate? Would I still need sand ?

[@PracticalMechanic]

Yes you can. There is a recirculate setting. You wouldn't need sand if you are only going to use recirculate and not filter. Hope it helps!