The filter should be able to connect to all the necessary pool water lines and be no more than six feet above the pools water level.

How far from pool can filter be?

Stay close to the pool Shorter pipe runs = less work for the pump which extends the life of the pump and uses less electricity. Our projects typically average a distance of 20–40 feet from the pool to the equipment, but as stated earlier, much longer runs are sometimes required.

How close can pool pump be to pool?

Receptacles for pumps and motors must be located between 6 and 10 feet from the pool walls, and they must be GFCI-protected and locked.

How much clearance do you need around an above ground pool?

Most above ground pools require an extra three feet of clearance on each side (or all the way around) to accommodate the supportive uprights. For example, an 18 food round swimming pool will require a total of 24 feet of space.

Do you run pool pump while swimming?

The pump is the main part of the swimming pool circulation system. Although its generally recommended that all the pool water undergo filtration every 24 hours, the pump does not need to run all the time.

How much clearance do you need around a pool?

To maximize your practical space surrounding the pool, consider the paved or decked area around its perimeter to be approximately 50% of the pools surface area. This will give you enough space to navigate around the pool safety, as well as position outdoor furniture at the waters edge.

What is considered a large above ground pool?

Most above ground pools are available in oval or round shapes. Round pools can get up to 33 feet in diameter with the smallest ones around 12 feet. Oval pools come in a wider range of sizes and styles with some of the biggest ones reaching about 40 feet in length and about 20 feet in width.

Should I turn off pool pump while swimming?

You can run the pump while you are swimming, but you can keep it turned off too. The main advantage of running the pump while swimming is to filter out debris while you are in the pool. Keeping the pump running when you are inside the pool will also create a waterfall effect.

Do you run above ground pool pump while swimming?

The pump is the main part of the swimming pool circulation system. Although its generally recommended that all the pool water undergo filtration every 24 hours, the pump does not need to run all the time.

How much space should be between pool and fence?

Installed pool fences should be at least 48-inches high from finished ground level, as measured along the outside of the fence and should have no more than a two-inch gap from the bottom of the fence to the ground.

Is 12 feet wide enough for a pool table?

It requires an area that is roughly 12 feet wide and 15 feet, 6 inches long to accommodate 4-foot cues. For 52-inch cues, ensure that dimensions of the area are 12 feet, 6 inches wide and 16 feet long. For the larger cues, center the pool table in an area that is 13 feet, 6 inches wide and 17 feet long.

What is the best size for an above ground pool?

If you are going to use an above ground pool for swimming exercises then we recommend a larger 27 round pool and or oval 15x30 or larger. Swimmers need more room to exercise and even a modest size pool wouldnt work well.

How deep is the water in a 52 above ground pool?

Many people wished they were deeper so the manufacturers started making 52 inch tall pools so that they would hold nearly 4 feet of water at 3 10”. Now the most popular pools are 54” tall and they can actually hold 4 of water.