XtremepowerUS 24" Swimming Pool Sand Filter System + 7-Way Valve Inground Pond

The filter is large but performs admirably. My pool has never been this clean. It's easy to set up and works exceptionally well.

The package is loosely placed in the box, and there's no need for concern if there's no shipping damage. My assumption is that these are seconds from the same factory producing "name brand" filters. The tank had minimal flash on the seams, and the base is typical but secure once installed. The laterals are designed for a 1/4 turn, so ensure they click and are installed inside the tank. When filling the tank with water, check the drain for leaks; if it does leak, Teflon tape can be applied. Mine did not leak. The valve is labeled as 6-way on the box but includes a non-indented Winter setting, making it a 7-way. Upon inspection, it appears to use standard "Hay$@#&" spider gaskets. The fittings are seconds, with molded fittings featuring 1.5" internal and fine "pool" union thread on waste and return. Notably, both the pump and return initially bottomed out before sealing, but a few more wraps of Teflon or PTFE sealant resolved this. The gauge is a typical plastic one with 1/4" NPT; adding a few more turns of tape on the threads is advisable. The package includes 300lbs of quality filter sand, and it's recommended to avoid Quickcrete filter sand as it is too fine. The air lock tube should be run up and out during installation to sit on top of the sand bed. Overfilling your pool and conducting an extended backwash followed by a rinse before filtering is recommended. The long-term performance remains to be seen.

I purchased this filter to replace my three-year-old DE filter. I was frustrated with the frequent clogging and loss of pressure in the DE filter. This new filter has effectively maintained cleaner water and consistent pressure on the return valves. It was also easy to install.

It has been operating my 10,000-gallon in-ground pool for two years and still runs like new.

Installation is a breeze, but make sure to follow the instructions closely, as they need to be configured in a specific manner. The performance is excellent, and the price is very reasonable.