Cleaning Pools: An Integral Aspect of Keeping Your Swimming Area Safe and Inviting The pool vacuum head is one of the best tools for removing dirt and debris. So, how do I use the pool vacuum head? You might ask if you don’t own a robot pool cleaner like the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Pro and want to clean your pool manually.
In this blog, we will explain how to use a pool vacuum head so that you can get the most out of your cleaning routine.
What Is a Pool Vacuum Head?
Before jumping into the steps, let’s quickly explain the pool vacuum head. The pool vacuum head is the attachment that connects to the hose of your pool vacuum setup. Typically, it’s just a flat, weighted head that aids in collecting dirt, debris, and other particles off the bottom of the pool. Vacuum heads for swimming pools are of different shapes and sizes and include those specifically designed for certain pool surfaces or cleaning jobs.
Suppose you prefer to clean your pool directly. In that case, a manual vacuum system with a vacuum head is relatively easy to clean and a good way to remove dirt should you not wish to use robotic pool cleaners like the Beatbot AquaSense 2 or Maytronics pool cleaner that clean your pool automatically.
This is a step-by-step guide on how to use a pool vacuum head
A Little Readjustment of Your Pool Vacuum System
To use the pool vacuum head, ensure you have all the required elements:
Rense-PHead: Use the right vacuum head for your pool’s surface (i.e., flat one for vinyl, brush head for concrete).
Width of the Vacuum Hose: The vacuum hose’s width should be wide enough to reach every corner of the pool.
Connecting or Attaching to Telescopic Pole: Connect the vacuum head with the telescopic pole.
Skimmer: Using a skimmer, the vacuum hose will attach to the pool skimmer or a dedicated vacuum port.
Prime the Hose
If you do not prime the hose first, air can get trapped inside, affecting suction. Here’s how to do it:
Start at one end and submerge the entire vacuum hose into the pool, allowing it to fill with water.
Keep the other end of the hose above the water until it’s completely primed.
When the hose fills with water, and there are no air pockets, connect it to the vacuum port or skimmer as quickly as possible.
Priming the hose is how you make full-on suction when you’re vacuuming.
Begin Vacuuming the Pool
After the hose is connected and primed, it’s time to get going:
Move Slowly: Drag the vacuum head across the pool floor, ensuring it remains in contact with the pool’s surface. Mop slowly and deliberately to ensure you’re picking up all the debris.
Do Sections: Divide the pool floor into smaller sections. To cover one area, push the vacuum head forward and pull it back, then do the same to the next area.
Address the corners and edges where dirt tends to collect. You might have to lift the vacuum head just a bit to get it into tight spaces or along the sides of the pool perimeter.
Brush the Walls of the Pool (If Needed)
If your vacuum head includes a wall-climbing feature (like those in wall-climbing pool cleaners), you can also use it to clean walls. To do this effectively:
Slowly move the vacuum head up on the wall while ensuring maximum surface contact.
Be advised to use the vacuum slowly to avoid moving any dirt or algae already dead and removed.
This method is particularly effective for cleaning difficult-to-access areas and removing dirt on every surface.
Watch and Correct the Suction
Depending on the debris in your pool, you will need to adjust the amount of suction force used while cleaning it.
With a pool robotic pool cleaner, like the Beatbot iSkim Ultra, internal suction automatically adjusts, but manual systems sometimes require you to control it.
If the suction is low, look for an air leak in the hose or make sure the vacuum head is submerged.
Clean the Filter and Hose
On another note, after vacuuming, it’s good practice to check the skimmer and filter for any debris collected during the operation.
Skimmer Basket: If you hooked up the hose to the skimmer, empty the skimmer basket to ensure adequate water flow.
Flush the Hose: It is best to rinse the vacuum hose thoroughly after use to prevent debris buildup in the interior.
Store the Equipment Properly
Once you are done cleaning, remove the hose from the skimmer or vacuum port. To ensure longevity, always keep your vacuum head, hose, and pole in a dry place.
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Though manually using a pool vacuum head is a terrific way to clean a pool, for some pool owners, nothing can replace the ease of a robot pool. Like pool vacuum robots such as the Beatbot AquaSense 2 or even other Beatbot models, an automatic solution that cleans the pool comes. Inground & Above Ground Robotic Pool Cleaner (Articulating) These automatic swimming pool Robotic helpers get the job done. Service-oriented people may find them indispensable.
For instance, the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Pro has a high-efficiency and powerful suction system. Some robotic cleaners are equipped to pick up algae, making them the best option for pools with algae buildup
Conclusion
A manual option to clean your pool is using pool vacuum heads. If you follow the proper steps—setting up your equipment, priming the hose, and vacuuming the floor of your pool carefully—you can keep your pool looking spotless. However, if you want to keep the effort to a minimum, try the Beatbot iSkim Ultra. These systems will do the heavy lifting of cleaning for you so you can spend less time working on your pool and more time splashing in it.