How does one best maintain the Anthony filter batons so that they achieve an optimal operational period? My current set has dozens of small holes. Thank you.
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Hi Barry we would suggest regularly Backwashing Your DE Filter and then once a year Completely Disassembling the DE Grids to do a Thorough Cleaning.
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Does this item fit 1 1/2 inch return
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No it will not, for the 1-1/2" port size you'll need Grid Assy VA-52 V34-144.
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Thank you for answering my previous questions. I have one more question. Is DE needed with the Anthony batten filter system? If yes, how much should be used with a 10 batten system and how often should the system be backwashed. I find that the DE becomes "caked on" the filters.
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Hi Barry, Yes DE is most definitely needed as the DE Powder is what is doing the filtering. You should be able to find a square footage rating on your filter and a general rule of thumb is divide the total filtration area (Usually 24, 36, 48, 60... square feet) by 10 and recharge the filter with that many pounds of D.E. So on a 48 Sq. Ft this would be 4.8 lbs. of DE. Note that the lbs. of DE is volume and not weight so we carry a D.E Scoop which makes this measuring process very easy (i.e. 1 scoop = 1 lb.). After cleaning the DE grids you should notate your pressure reading from your pressure gauge, once your pressure is 8-10 PSI over your normal clean PSI reading then it is time to backwash / clean your DE grids. Increased pressure on your gauge and lower flow from your return jets in the pool are signs you need to clean the DE Grids.
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I want to buy a complete Anthony DE filter grid assembly. My current assy is made up of 4 grids 13.5 x24 and 6 grids 17.5 x24 for a total of 10 grids. WHAT CAN YOU OFFER ?
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Hi Terry, Both the Anthony Apollo VA-52 and VA-52-2 us the grid set up of 4 -13-1/2" grids and 6 - 17-1/2" grids. The VA-52 Grid Assembly has an 1-1/2" elbow where the VA-52-2 Grid Assembly has a 2" elbow. You should be able to look at the pipe going into the side of the filter to see if it is 1-1/2" or 2"
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I have a Anthony Slyvan 60 sq ft filter tank, MODEL #57025600. Which replacement grid should I buy?
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Hi Jerry, Based on the info we have this Grid Assy VA-52-2 004794 (V34-143) would not work. The parts you need can be found on the Anthony Flowmaster Series DE Filter Parts Diagram page.
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I have an Anthony Apollo Va52 that i want to change the filter grids, but i cannot seem to get the rodthat holds them together loosened as some of them are leaking. Which end is supposed to be loosened? Can i buy that rod as a seperate part?
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Hi Jim, You will have to unscrew the rod from the end that has the Rear End Bell. The replacement rod is available click link > Anthony Apollo D.E. Filter Parts to view all available parts.
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I have an 8 batten filter--6 at 13 1/2 x 24" 2 at 17 1/2 x 24. What model should I order?
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Hi, Based on the info provided you will need the Apollo VA38 Grid Assy Complete (V34-145).
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I need to replace my Anthony Pool Grid filter, this is what I have now. Model: 57025600, Filter Area: 60, Max Work Pressure: 50 and my current grid has a total of 13 panels with the following measurements.
2 @ 9" X 24"
2 @ 12" X 24"
6 @ 13 1/2" X 24"
3 @ 17 1/2" X 24
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Hello, Unfortunately, this will not fit the 57025600 filters.
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Is it really necessarry to buy the grid assembly or can I just b uy new grids for it?
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I have had my Anthony for over 30 years and rebuilt my grid assembly several times. I remove and wash the grid at least twice a year. I noticed my pool being a little cloudy at the returns and yet the grids all look fine,,, except the fabric seems a littile loose and wrinkled at the spacer hole in the center slowing water to by-pass and therefore powder too. can the fabric be glued to the diffuser ring? That appears to the only place D E could by-pass the grid.
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Hi, Ron. Unfortunately, it can not be glued. It is time to replace the grids or the entire Grid Assembly.
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I have a FlowMaster 5000, Model No. 57025800. Is this the right grid assembly for that model?
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Hello, Unfortunately, this will not fit. Here is the breakdown to your filter. http://www.inyopools.com/pool_parts_anthony_flowmaster_4000_5000.aspx
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Just received this filter per your companies recommendation as a replacement 57025600. The grids are not the same configuration they are all one size. My is 2 @ 9x24", 2 @ 12x24", 6 @13.5x24" & 3 @ 17.5x24". Your service center said it would be shipped with the proper grid assembly.
Also the horizontal shaft holding the grid assembly is at least 2-3" longer then the filter housing. And, the shaft end is not the same my old one my old one has a flat surface on the shaft end.
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Hi, Barry. It appears that you have the Anthony Flowmaster Series DE Filter, this grid assembly will not work. Replacement parts for your model are listed on the Anthony Flowmaster Series DE Filter Parts Diagram page. A complete grid assembly is not available.
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I need to replace the filter assembly (wax off/wax on) for my Anthony Sylvan Flowmaster 60 Square Foot model. 57025600. Do you sell this? Picture is of filter name plate
Hi, Don. Unfortunately, we do not have a complete grid assembly. Parts are available on the Anthony Flowmaster 4000 & 5000 Parts Diagram page.
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I have a FlowMaster, Model No. 57025600 (60 Square feet). Is this the right grid assembly for that model? If not is there another replacement assembly available for purchase. Housing is in good shape.
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I'm looking to replace the filter grids for a 35 year lod Anthony Apolo Model VA 52-2 filter. Do you have it in stock?
Would you have parts for the directional return, (backwash / filter)?
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Do you have a replacement filter grid for the attached.
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Hi Bob, there are a few types of grids for your Anthony Flowmaster 5000 model 57025800 filter. Please see this parts list to confirm the dimensions of the grid or grids that you need to replace.
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