Will the pool blaster pick up and capture sand properly? I don't want the sand to blow right through the micro filter bag.
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The sand/silt filter bag is very effective, but if you are really concerned, you can also order microfilter socks inside the sand/silt bag. Whenever we use it to pick up sand, we are pleasantly surprised by how effective it is. The sand/silt bag is even able to filter pollen.
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If you will put the thicker sock like filter inside the mesh filter the sand will not penetrate . I do that and it will pick up the smallest of debris , this is my second year using the blaster, I really like it for small pools . Hope this helps . Happy blasting
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I have used it to pick up small particles using the optional micro filter bag. I do not have sand to worry about but would imagine it would not be an issue unless the sand particles are super fine.
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I have had various types of filters and have found that a DE filter is better than either a sand or cartridge filter system. Of course, the decision on which sytem to use should take into consideration the size of the pool in question.
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Yes. Now, I did buy a bigger, better sand filter for my pool from pool store...you do NOT need to. We chose to do this because we have a very high iron level in our water and felt like we needed something bigger. We enjoyed our pool so much! Last memorial day we had 6 teenagers and 4 adults in pool and had plenty of room!!! Best buy for outdoor fun ever!
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Yes, it does, but you have to use the "fine" filter bag. Also, once the suctioned algae coats the inside of filter bag, suction decreases until you clean/and or change the bag. If I was cleaning up dead algae, I would usually use 3 fine filter bags: 2 that came with my unit and 1 that was a knee-high nylon sock. Also, please bear in mind, the Poolbuster CG is great when it works and for as long as it lasts - mine died within 18 months, and if you read the other reviews, many other users' Poolbuster lasted a lot less time. I have yet to read a single review whose user had a unit last 2 years. Yes, it does, but you have to use the "fine" filter bag. Also, once the suctioned algae coats the inside of filter bag, suction decreases until you clean/and or change the bag. If I was cleaning up dead algae, I would usually use 3 fine filter bags: 2 that came with my unit and 1 that was a knee-high nylon sock. Also, please bear in mind, the Poolbuster CG is great when it works and for as long as it lasts - mine died within 18 months, and if you read the other reviews, many other users' Poolbuster lasted a lot less time. I have yet to read a single review whose user had a unit... » Read More Yes, it does, but you have to use the "fine" filter bag. Also, once the suctioned algae coats the inside of filter bag, suction decreases until you clean/and or change the bag. If I was cleaning up dead algae, I would usually use 3 fine filter bags: 2 that came with my unit and 1 that was a knee-high nylon sock. Also, please bear in mind, the Poolbuster CG is great when it works and for as long as it lasts - mine died within 18 months, and if you read the other reviews, many other users' Poolbuster lasted a lot less time. I have yet to read a single review whose user had a unit last 2 years. « Show Less
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If any solid thing is vacuumed (like small stones, mud, algae, etc.) the flow will be stopped and the ball inside the siphon could be blocked. It's not the right tool to do something of similar.
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My pool is in ground. I think the description may be a typo. I doubt any above ground pool would include such a sophisticated filtering system.
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that's what I do.. I live somewhat under Oak trees so I get all kinds of debris in the pool.. especially now i'm getting pollen pods that are small enough I don't want them clogging the sand filter so I use this basket in line while I vacuum and it catches everything.. I do use a skimmer basket filter net inside to catch the fine debris.
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I have sand and it worked fine. Any type of vacuum requires finesse to clean sand. I have a battery operated and a larger version of this and I use them same way. You just hover over, or swish back and forth to get at the yuck. If you get some sand sucked up, just empty your bucket, scoop out the sand, rinse it, and replace it in your aquarium. Gravel is harder to work with because you have to get under it and that means having to suck it up into the tube which clogs it.
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The bag is referred to as being 'fine' which means closer to 2 microns. It will pick up algae, sand and debris.
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FYI there is a video posted on YOUTUBE which shows that it can be done without sucking up the sand, since the unwanted matter is sitting on top of the sand it shows that the tube should be at least one inch above the sand to prevent sand from entering the tube and hose. Please check it out.
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I have never found it necessary to use the sand/silt bag! I simply use the bag that's attached, when full I shake it out over the edge of the pool, sometimes splash a little water on it to help, then put it back together and move on! We have a lot of ''tree seeds'' and dust from roads nearby, but with our salt water filter system, this ius all we need. By the way, I only have had to use this little gem about once a week! Honest!Mine came with silt bag!
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I have only used it once at the beach so far. I think there was some sand stuck to the bag that I brushed off. After I emptied the bag out at home, I also shook it hard and all the sand seemed to be gone. So I would have to say, it's not perfect for the sand but not terrible either.
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It might vacuum and remove the sand too. I have small stones and they rise up(not get sucked out) sometimes when I vacuum.
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The blaster is like a dust buster for the pool. It has a filter that catches the dirt and has to be cleaned with each use. It is a good product and it has worked well for me.
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The small dirt particles goes into the filter cartridge inside the filter like a real pool does. It works pretty well I think it is small, I have a 15' pool and it takes a while to vacuum it.
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It does pick up algae, I ordered a second filtering bag especially for algae when I bought the pool blaster.
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Hi, in automatic mode about 2-1/2 hours. In c- mode. I let it run for about 3 hours, my pool is 18 x 33. When it slows down to a crawl speed , before the 3 hours is up, I take it out of the pool and clean the bag. Then put it back in the pool for the remainder of the time. The fine mesh bag picks up even the finest silt on the bottom. The only thing is you just have to mess around with the steering system pin location until it works best for your pool! Enjoy :)