- Choose the Start-Point
Begin vacuuming from either the furthest shallow or deep end of the pool, depending on your preference.
Slowly move the vacuum head across the pool floor, progressing from one end to the other.
Use smooth, steady motions and in overlapping rows, the same way you would mow a lawn or vacuum a carpet.
- Vacuum Entire Floor
Progress until you have vacuumed the entire floor of the pool, paying special attention to steps or hard-to-reach areas.
If necessary, vacuum the walls around the pool using the same progress method as vacuuming the floor, except vacuum from one wall to the next.
- Check Suction Intensity
Check intensity of suction at the vacuum head from time-to-time.
When doing this lift the head close to the surface, but not out of the water so it will suck-in air. If the pump sucks air, it will lose prime and it may time-consuming to re-prime your pump.
Place your fingers over part of the suction hole at the bottom of the vacuum head to determine the intensity of suction.
- Empty Skimmer Basket or Leaf Canister
Periodically check and empty the skimmer basket or leaf canister while vacuuming, to prevent them from becoming clogged with debris.
This will help with consistent suction and efficient vacuuming.
- Backwash Media Filter or Clean Filter Cartridge
If a media filter, after completing vacuuming, backwash the pool filter to remove any debris collected and trapped during vacuuming.
For cartridge filters, remove and clean the filter element.
This will help to maintain proper filtration and water circulation in the pool.