Check the laterals inside the filter for damage. Check the air bleed tube for cracks or splits.

Under normal operating conditions, residential filters need the sand changed every 4 - 5 years. In areas with high air contaminants such as dust, leaves or any condition that requires frequent backwashing, the sand may need to be changed every 2 - 3 years.

For filters used on other applications, download our Sand Service Information Leaflet here.

Under normal conditions, once every 2 weeks. The pressure gauge on your system indicated when backwashing is required. The more dirt trapped in the sand bed of the filter, the higher the pressure will become.

We recommend you contact your local pool professional as the system will need to be drained of water in the event of freezing weather conditions.

Filter - Water flows from the pump to the top of the filter, through the media, out the bottom of the filter and returns to the pool.

Backwash - Water flows from the pump to the bottom of the filter, up through the media, out the top of the filter and out the waste line.

Rinse - Water flows from the pump to the top of the filter, down through the media, out the bottom of the filter and out the waste line.

Waste - Water flows from the pump directly down the waste line.

Closed - All ports are closed - no water can flow.

Recirculate - Water flows from the pump directly back to the pool, bypassing the filter media.

Winter - Should only be used when the system has been winterized. Leaves all ports slightly open to enable air to vent from the system.

Refer to the Sand Service Information leaflet here.

Your filter may need backwashing. If the pressure rises again shortly after backwashing, replace the sand.

Only if you have a trade account with us. Our products are supplied to distributors who then supply local pool dealers. Please contact your local pool dealer who will be able to help.

Lacron filters use 16/30 grade silica sand. You can also use Zeolite.

The lid is a screw thread fit and can become difficult to unscrew if it hasn't been removed for a number of years. Refer to the Sand Service Information leaflet here for instructions.

Contact your contractor who fitted the filter or the dealer through which it was purchased.

No. Only Waterco or Praher valves will fit the supplied pipe set.

The connection details are underneath the connection box. All electrical connections must be made by a licensed/qualified electrician. Check with the regulatory authority in your country.

Contact us using the contact form with the information you require.

Please seek advice from a local pool professional.

Yes. The lid has been redesigned and is fitted on all new Lacron filters from 2003. It will directly replace the previous 4 fin 8" clear Lacron lid. You cannot use the original 4 fin lid tool with the new lid.