Hayward Pool Products - How A Hayward Vertical Grid D.E. Filter Works

Manual Air Relief purges any trapped air during filter operation. Screenless design eliminates clogging.
Uniform Low Profile Tank Base make removal of grid nest fast and simple.
High-Strength Filter Tank molded of reinforced thermoplastic provides extra durability for dependable, corrosion-free performance.
High Impact Grid Elements designed for up-flow filtration and top-down backwashing for maximum efficiency.
Heavy-Duty Tamper-Proof Bolted Center Flange Clamp securely fastens tank top and bottom together. Allows quick access to all internal components without disturbing piping or connections.
Union Locknuts make disassemble and reassemble of filter from piping fast and easy.
Glass-filled polymer Bulkhead Fittings for extra strength and heat resistance.
Inlet- Diffuser Elbow distributes flow of incoming unfiltered water upward and evenly to all filter elements. Parabolic tank design provides for even distribution of D.E. to grids.
Full-Size 1.5" Integral Drain provides fast, 100% clean out and easier flushing of tank.
Convenient Valve and Plumbing Options allow for customized control. 2" internal piping and plumbing for maximum flow performance.