| Pool pumps are the most important tool for the | | | | slowed down and switched to a more efficient |
| upkeep and maintenance of swimming pools. | | | | speed of filtering water. With a dual speed pump, |
| These remarkable mechanical devices work with | | | | one can save up to 60% on the cost of the |
| filters to maintain the cleanliness of swimming | | | | energy consumed. |
| pools. These pumps come in different sizes and | | | | Different Types |
| pumping capabilities. Some are made for smaller | | | | Pumps are available in different sizes for pools and |
| in-ground pools while others are designed for | | | | spas. There are also different types of these |
| above ground pools. For both in ground and above | | | | pumps. These are above ground and in ground |
| ground applications, the right pump will ease your | | | | pumps. Above ground have a large filter basket |
| upkeep of the pool environment. | | | | for dust collection and require little maintenance. |
| How Pool Pumps Work | | | | They also have a strong, high capacity motor |
| Pool pumps work by taking water and passing it | | | | with thermal overload protector. In ground pumps |
| through a filter in order to catch as much dirt and | | | | have a high flow action for fast filtering cycles. |
| debris as possible. Then it pumps the cleansed | | | | Benefits Of Pumps for Your Swimming Pool |
| water back into the swimming pool. They come in | | | | Various types of pumps are an integral part of |
| different speeds and different power levels. The | | | | any pool because they circulate the water to |
| speed and power levels of different pumps | | | | maintain constant motion, keep bacteria and other |
| depend upon their design and specific function. | | | | germs out of the pool, and help in preventing |
| Different Speeds | | | | water borne diseases. They also ensure that all |
| Pool pumps vary in speed. Some are designed to | | | | the chemicals which are added into the water are |
| have single speed while some others come with | | | | effective in killing germs and thus maintaining |
| dual speed. Single speed pumps are the most | | | | hygiene. |
| common pool pumps. As you can tell by their | | | | With these facts to help you appreciate the |
| name, they operate at a continuous speed. They | | | | importance of pool pumps, you can now decide |
| are required in those pools that have maximum | | | | which type of pump suits your pool best. |
| use. Dual speed pumps are more suitable in those | | | | Remember, your decision is what ensures the |
| pools which are not greatly used. During the days | | | | quality and hygiene of your pool. |
| of less traffic, the speed of the pool pump can be | | | | |