POOL ANATOMY and PLUMBING For Beginners (Step-By-Step Walkthrough)

The Pool Care Cheat Sheet (Free): https://swimu.com/cheatsheet The Pool Care Handbook: https://swimu.com/book The Pool Care Video Course: https://swimu.com/poolcourse Swim University makes pool and hot tub care easy for millions of homeowners. Each year, we continue to help more people with water chemistry, cleaning, and troubleshooting. We know taking care of a swimming pool or spa can be difficult. And it’s hard to find a trusted source of information. This is the reason we created Swim University. Our Recommended Pool Supplies: https://swimu.com/supplies Need more pool help? Go here: https://swimu.com/youtube Do you know how all of your pool plumbing works? Knowing how the water flows through your system and how each valve and pipe operates is critical for proper pool care. And understanding each component will let you troubleshoot issues, like clogged lines and air leaks, before you waste time and money hiring a professional. So here’s a step-by-step walkthrough of your pool’s anatomy. ⏰ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Your Pool's Anatomy 00:37 - The 3 Main Plumbing Sections: Suction Side, Filtration System, Pressure Side 01:38 - #1. Skimmers 02:51 - #2. Main Drains 03:07 - #3. Suction Lines and Valves 04:09 - #4. The Pump 05:18 - #5. The Filter 05:58 - #6. Return Lines 06:06 - #7. Return Jets 06:27 - Additional Equipment