Every swimming pool needs a manual vacuum even if you own an automatic cleaner. Automatic cleaners are such a time-saving piece of pool equipment, but some issues can come up that your automatic cleaner cannot clean. THE TOP REASON TO VACUUM TO WASTE - ALGAE BLOOMS! The last thing you want to do is vacuum algae manually, which will contaminate your filter. Your pool will not clear up. In fact, the chances of your problem getting worse are very high. You'll also need to vacuum to waste when there is a large amount of debris or leaves in the pool, usually at opening.
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