Vacuuming your Above Ground Intex Pool with the Hayward Skimmer and how to backwash your pool.

[@Azurewinged]

Great video!

[@MoverandShaker]

Thanks!

[@iamkazie9401]

@@MoverandShaker Awesome video as always !! We haven’t had a chance to post any videos lately but this summer we added the fountain that connects to the return on our 16x48 INTEX ultra frame.A lot of people liked it and my granddaughter loved it! If you have time we would really like to get more info on the skimmer you added and looks like you upgraded to a bigger filter and pump? We’re still using the original INTEX 2100 GPH pump and sand filter that came with the pool in 2020 but thinking about going with something bigger to move the water more efficiently. This season I had to open the filter a few times removing the top to skim cottonwood off the top of sand which was restricting the filtering and return flow. I like how you used the black top hats to block off the INTEX intake ports! We’re still using the rechargeable Volt Vaccuum because the pump and filter are small and just use it for filtering but wouldn’t mind the upgrade to vacuum through a bigger filter we just closed yesterday here in Illinois as water was under 70 degrees it’s been open since April 27 so yesterday was a sad day. Always been a fan of your page. Any info or links would be greatly appreciated when you have time. Are you glad you upgraded skimmer filter? How much to do this? I see you kept the hoses instead of hard line which is what I want to do? Thanks in Advance!!

[@kushbandit8701]

Hayward sells sand filter kits, I upgraded my Intex pump to Hayward. I have a 24 x 52inch Ultra frame pool. The intex pumps hp isn't strong enough for the size pools they sale them with they are only 0.75hp vs the Hayward matrix pump which is 1.5hp. My water turnover rate is much better and it takes less time to run the pump for a cleaner pool. Not saying your pool is unclean, it actually looks perfect, crystal clear, great job by the way. With the Hayward skimmer you don't need any extra fittings for hose connectors. The hayward hoses fit the ends of the shut off valves that come with the pool. It also fits directly to the skimmer. Just in case you decide to upgrade your sand filter and motor, I think it's called the Matrix 1.5hp with a 16 or 18inch sand filter kit. It comes with everything even the platform to sit the motor and sand filter on. Great video sir... Cutting that liner to put the skimmer on that pool was the best decision ever made

[@MoverandShaker]

Sounds really good. Thanks for the tip and the good information. We are always interested in bigger and better. We may get a new pool elsewhere before we go that route, but this information will stay with us until then - Thank you.

[@fch9685]

Great information, On what setting do you have the pump as you vacuum?

[@MoverandShaker]

Normally it woukd be on filter However, if it happened to be raining or there was more debris than normal We would vacuum to waste

[@AaronGilbert-u4m]

Love the videos. We are getting ready to purchase an Intex 24x12x52. I've been watching all your videos so that we can get everything done at initial install, from the saltwater system to the skimmer to the 16" filter. I know that you say you rinse off the pool meticulously, so I have 3 questions. 1) what are you rinsing? 2) with a power washer? 3) do you think it would be beneficial for us to spray coatings of a rust inhibitor like rusoleum on the metal frame before we assemble the pool.

[@MoverandShaker]

We are rinsing the saltwater at the end of the day from the entire pool with a hose only. Basically a fresh water wash down. Of course, do not use. Well water. Yes, I definitely think if you have the patience to spray rust inhibitor on the metal frame before you install it in by all means, do that. It wasn't until last summer late that we noticed some rust. We Immediately took to action and applied several remedies. So we really like your idea. Focus where the connectors and also at the bottom of each rail where it will meet the ground.

[@AaronGilbert-u4m]

@MoverandShaker Thanks for taking the time to answer. I do have another question. When you did the spot treatment for the very small rust spots you found, did you have to do a lot of surface prep and sand down to bare metal, or were you able to apply the rusoleum over the existing finish?

[@MoverandShaker]

@user-ym3cn7ny9o used a metal brush, and did a 2 step application of remover plus the rustoleum treatment with a qtip. It was just mainly around the supports near the skimmer. We used to have an intex skimmer and did a lot of splashing around that skimmer doing maintenance. Once we switch to the hayward, we weren't constantly throwing water up around those support poles.

[@karenparker263]

Did you make a video for installing the Hayward skimmer??

[@MoverandShaker]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJnEf3Wce7CZm68. Yes!

[@jefffrank8072]

After installing the new skimmer, did you have lower your water level to accommodate for the new skimmer?

[@MoverandShaker]

Yes, we did, it was at least a couple of inches. Of course, we did it at the beginning of last season So for installation, it was already where we needed it to be installed And then, when we filled it back up, it goes up past the opening.

[@jefffrank8072]

@@MoverandShaker is your water level back to normal after the install or do you have to keep the pool not as full because of the new skimmer?? I think my first question got misunderstood

[@kristalmalixi7168]

We have an intex above ground pool too with the salt water, have you ever had to Adjust your alkalinity or ph? Also have you ever shocked your pool?

[@MoverandShaker]

Yes of course to both. Excessive rain can cause these issues but having to do the extras is rare. We do periodically test the water and if anything would be out of sync, we are going to adjust it.

[@adamcloyd8201]

Did you post a link for the circular deal you put inside the Hayward skimmer basket. We didn’t catch it. We are gonna get the Hayward next week and want to get everything at once

[@MoverandShaker]

Are you talking about the small adapter that we talked about in the video?

[@adamcloyd8201]

@@MoverandShaker the circular plate that you hooked the vacuum hose to. I looked like it went directly over where the skim basket goes

[@MoverandShaker]

It comes with a hayward scammer when you buy it. It's the vacuuming attachment

[@adamcloyd8201]

@@MoverandShaker ah the Amazon page didn’t show everything that came with it

[@MoverandShaker]

Gotcha. The only thing that we bought separately was the adapter That is shown in the video.

[@heidibaker8913]

I saw on a previous video when you installed the skimmer I was wondering what do you use to plus the 2 inlets that are in the pool originally.....like do you have a link?

[@MoverandShaker]

We use the strainer hole plugs that came with the pool or you can purchase them here. amzn.to/44bWdV9 In addition, we keep the strainer hole baskets on there that came with the pool, but they aren't required it's just safer if you have kids that like to play with the things you don't want to lose water. Of course, we placed the strainer hole plugs on the outside also but those were not necessary. We just thought they looked better.

[@MikeRoss-zv9nm]

How did you attach your umbrella to the side of the pool. I love that idea. I like to be outside in the pool but not always in the blazing sun.

[@MoverandShaker]

We bought some pvc pipe and sawed it off to the height of the pool, then spray painted to match and the zip tied with heavy duty ties at top and bottom. We take them off in the winter and store.

[@MikeRoss-zv9nm]

@@MoverandShaker thanks for replying, I watched one of your other videos, where you wife showed them as well. Sorry was going to add context to my original reply. Love the idea, and will be doing the same. Thanks

[@jefffrank8072]

I have the same sand filter 16 inch as you do when I block off one of my pump inlet ports to create more suction for my skimmer. The pump does not sound happy. The suction is great for the one skimmer, but I’m afraid I’m going to ruin my pump what are your thoughts?

[@rRobles07]

Did you make yours saltwater?

[@MichelleOhio]

Looking good! Do you still use your Seagull?

[@MoverandShaker]

Thank you, and yes we still run the seagull, and it works great. We usually like to use that if we're doing something in the house, and we may not have time to vacuum or want to get out the hose. It makes it convenient, and it runs for about forty-five minutes.

[@MichelleOhio]

@@MoverandShaker I still use my Seagull, too. Whatever it doesn't catch we use the Intex stick vac on and call it good. I do the brush with hose about twice a season. Enjoy your summer!

[@MoverandShaker]

The only thing I don't like about the stick vac is that you have to constantly have your neck almost 90 degrees facing in the water because it's so short as opposed to the longer pole with the hose. That can get tiring on your neck. We only use that every now and then for quick spot clean ups. I hope you have a great summer as well!

[@MichelleOhio]

@@MoverandShaker True that!!

[@scherylb]

So are you actually inside the pool while your vacuuming it out with the pump running? I am ultra scared to be in the pool with the pump running.

[@MoverandShaker]

Oh yes, we have done both. The vacuum is not electrically charged. Why are you concerned?

[@scherylb]

@@MoverandShaker The vacuum may not be electrically charged but the pump is. I don't know I read articles that say not to be in the pool while pump is running and others say just the opposite. If a pool is not properly bonded (not GFCI) then anyone in the pool could get electrocuted if something goes wrong. Above ground pools such as Intex and Colemens ect are not bonded.

[@MoverandShaker]

Our electrical outlet for the pool pump and chlorinator are on a gfci outlet. The electrician we hired punched a hole in our brick wall and installed the gfci outlet to connect directly to one inside of the house outlet. It has a cover on it to protect from rain and it has a reset button. Basically 4 years and no problems at all. We stay in the pool always when the pump is running. We have never been in the pool when the pump wasn't running

[@scherylb]

@@MoverandShaker I understand what you are saying, but bonding and GFCI are two different things, and it seems that a lot of people interchange these terms when they are two totally different things. Bonding will bond the pump, the pool, and even the water. I am glad to hear nothing has happened and I pray nothing will happen. I just thought I would bring it to your attention in case you wanted to look it up for yourself.

[@MoverandShaker]

No worries the Intex pumps have to run 6 to 8 hours a day so when would people get in their pools if the had to keep turning off their pump all the time. It's absolutely safe. 💯

[@ronr179]

Where did you get the cap for the skimmer

[@yotabub4498]

It comes with the Hayward skimmer

[@MoverandShaker]

We use the strainer hole plugs that came with the pool originally or you can purchase them here. amzn.to/44bWdV9 if this is the cap you are referring to.

[@ronr179]

Not what I was referring to but thanks anyway I did find one for the summer winds skimmer . But thanks to your video this will make cleaning so much easier!

[@Anthonygarage]

Oh Intex pools need a center drain to all the dirt can get into the middle

[@MoverandShaker]

Actually, when the dirt goes to the middle that is a good thing. You can just catch it all right there!