Why is There Sand in Your Pool and How Do You Remove It With the Beatbot iSkim Ultra Robotic Pool Skimmer

It is a great luxury having a pool in your backyard as you can swim and enjoy relaxation in the water without worrying about going to the beach. That said, it might be a bit frustrating to glance through your crystal clear water only for you to notice sand floating around. This article contains all you need to know about how sand gets into a pool, its removal and how the Beatbot iSkim Ultra robotic pool skimmer contributes to keeping your pool clean.

Why Do I Have Sand in My Pool?

The first thing you may want to ask is: where is the sand coming from? If you have a sand filter, it is no doubt that the problem is a sand filter malfunction.

Sand Filter Parts

It is quite common to find sand in your pool which indicates the wear and tear of one or may be more parts of your sand filter which is supposed to keep it in good performance. The following are the primary components that require checking:

Standpipe

A standpipe is an indirect attachment of a sand filter running through the sand level, and it is vertical. It is a type of pipe made of hard plastic and is prone to breakage. A broken standpipe will cause sand in the underground chamber to rise and escape into your pool, which leads to the same troubles you're experiencing.

Laterals

These lateral pipes are buried adjoining that bottom of sand filter lateral and they allow water to leave the sand filter, and disallow any sand entering into the pool. A lateral is a surface with many small openings at the end located in the side wall of the sand filter. If it is damaged it will allow sand to flood into your pool.

Identifying the Problem

In all things, if there is sand in your pool it is important to check up these components with immediate effect. There is the need to repair the filter first before trying to get the sand out of your pool.

How to Fix a Broken Standpipe or Laterals

Repairing a broken standpipe or a standpipe lateral features a couple of simple steps. This is what you are going to do.

Order Replacement Parts

Before you commence, you should have replacement standpipes and replacement laterals ready. These are components particularly advisable to have after repairs and replacements.

Switch Off the Pump

The rescue begins! The pump must be switched off and the any residual pressure inside the filter released.

Lift the Filter Cover

It is advisable that you remove the lid gently, and scoop out the old sand. In this step, you will be able to check the standpipe and the laterals.

Check for Damage

Standpipe and lateral cracks cannot be overlooked. Replace any that you find.

Fix the Broken Pieces

Replace blank standpipe and lateral, and bed them in properly.

Assemble the Filter

And after all the parts are fitted, and a new filter sand is filled, the lid is fitted back.

How to Get Rid of Sand in the Swimming Pool

Here's how you can prepare for a sand vacuum once you have the filter fixed. Here's a step briefing:

Get your Supplies Ready

What you need is a pool brush, a vacuum cleaner, preferable manual, tank water test strips or water test kit, and kit for water balance, and additives. Notably during this procedure a Beatbot iSkim Ultra will be useful.

Collect Sand in One Place 

Apply a pool brush, so it's possible to funnel the sand or instead have multiple centre spots and funnel towards them. This will facilitate vacuum cleaning, since it bundles the sand into one thick area.

Adjust the Filter to the "Filter" Mode

Switch your filter's multiport valve section to the "Filter" position. This control will enable you to vacuum out the sand into the filter more efficiently.

Clean the Pool using the Manual Vacuum

With your manual vacuum, remove any remaining sand from the pool, starting from and travelling around the perimeter of the area where you last pushed the sand.

Check and Potentially Adjust the Water

After cleaning the sand from the bottom with a pillow or a sponge, the water's chemical composition will be evaluated with the help of test strips.Appropriate aquatic living conditions will be restored with the use of needed compounds to maintain the chemical balance.

How the Beatbot iSkim Ultra Can Help

On top of that, the Beatbot iSkim Ultra robotic pool skimmer will significantly assist you in pool sand cleaning process. This is how it works:

Surface Cleaning that Works 24/7

The Beatbot iSkim Ultra cleans the surface of the pool even when you are not around. It helps in keeping the pool free from scattering of leaves , debris and other waste materials which might have washed in.

Description of Enhancements and Modifications

With this efficient structure, the Beatbot iSkim Ultra also works to enhance the filtration system of your pool. The ability of people to see over the surface at all times helps increase the turnover rates of beating, thereby helping to reduce the amount of sand that may get into the pool.

A Touch of Convenience that Saves Time

One more benefit of a robotic skimmer is that it helps in conserving time. The Beatbot iSkim Ultra assists in cleaning, so one can stay in the pool without worrying about maintaining it all the time.

Physical Features

Being manufactured with a structural and aesthetic approach to get world-class certifications, the Beatbot iSkim Ultra is also durable. Though offering a 2 year warranty, it performs exceptionally well thus being a great investment for every pool owner.

Preventing Sand Retention

To prevent sands from coming back into your pool, here are some maintenance tips that may be beneficial:

Regular Filter Cleaning: Take some time to inspect your sand filter for any defects before its first use.

Correct Pool Water Level at all Times: Make sure that the water level in a pool is sufficient. If the water is too low, the skimmer will carry air inside and this will open other problems.

Regular Usage of Beatbot iSkim Ultra: You should make a point of using the Beatbot iSkim Ultra regularly. This apparatus cleans the water surface even while the pool is not in use.

Water Chemistry Checks: The water chemistry should be routinely checked and adjusted to preserve healthy water for swimming and prevent the formation of algae which may include sand and other unwanted matter.

Explanatory note: Finding sand on your pool floors can be irritating, but it is manageable as long as you know and have the right tools. When the reasons for the cause are known, when one fixes the filter, and makes use of the Beatbot iSkim Ultra robotic pool skimmer, the swimming pool can remain clean and inviting. A combination of routine servicing and comprehensiveness will keep the pool clean as an oasis and use may commence at any time.