Winterize Your Pool Plumbing with the Air Supply Cyclone Blower
Winter is on the horizon, and while you might be swapping your swimsuit for a sweater, your backyard oasis needs a little bit of seasonal TLC before it settles in for a long winter’s nap. If you live in a climate where the thermometer regularly dips below freezing, preparation is the key to protecting your investment. Today, we’re diving deep into a game-changer for off-season maintenance: the Air Supply Cyclone Blower.
One of the most critical steps in a successful pool closing is ensuring your plumbing lines are bone-dry. As we often say, water is a powerful force of nature; when it freezes and transitions into ice, it expands its volume by about 9%. Within the rigid confines of your PVC pipes, that expansion creates immense pressure that can lead to devastating cracks and underground leaks. These "invisible" issues often don't reveal themselves until you try to open your pool in the spring, resulting in a delayed swimming season and a hit to your wallet.
Enter the Air Supply Cyclone Pro Pool Blower and Liner Vac - the gold standard for pool owners and service professionals alike. This high-performance, dual-purpose tool is designed to provide the heavy-duty bypass performance needed to clear out even the most stubborn plumbing lines.
By hooking the Cyclone up to your filtration system, you can effectively "blow out" every drop of stagnant water from your inground plumbing, sending it back into the pool where it can be properly treated or drained. This ensures that when the deep freeze hits, there is nothing left in your pipes to expand, crack, or break. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast looking for professional-grade results or simply want the peace of mind that comes with the best equipment on the market, the Air Supply Cyclone is your secret weapon for a worry-free winter.
Let's take a closer look at why this powerful blower makes such a splash when it comes to winterizing your backyard retreat!
Keep This in Mind When Using the Cyclone Pool Line Blower:
The Cyclone blower makes it possible for pool owners to winterize their inground pool plumbing without hiring a professional. However, it's important to remember that each pool setup is different. If the blowout process is done incorrectly, you risk damaging your pool equipment. It's important to try and avoid pushing air through your cartridge, sand, or diatomaceous earth filter. When in doubt, always refer to the winterizing instructions provided by your pool builder or manufacturer, and follow the directions included with your Cyclone Pro.
PRO TIP: Remember to also remove all drain plugs from your pool equipment during the winterization process. You can store these in the pump strainer basket over the winter months. Once your pool lines are free of water, we highly recommend adding non-toxic swimming pool antifreeze to your pool's plumbing. This helps provide added protection against leaky plugs and water in the lines. Always follow the manufacturer's recommendations for your system.
The Cyclone Pro is a Multi-Functional Pool Tool
Not only will the Cyclone blow out your inground pool lines for the winter, it can also help with installing vinyl liners in your inground or above ground swimming pool. The main port of the Cyclone is actually a powerful liner vac, used to suction the liner to the pool wall during the refilling process. This helps ensure a smooth, wrinkle-free installation that will help prolong the life of your new vinyl pool liner and help it look its very best.
Cyclone Pro Air Blower Features:
- The Cyclone Blower and Liner Vac plugs into a standard 3-pronged electrical outlet.
- This unit includes a 3.0 HP motor.
- It doubles as a tool to install an above ground or inground pool liner, or can be used to winterize inground pool plumbing lines.
- The 1.5” threaded blower outlet can accommodate a variety of PVC fittings, including a 1.5” threaded hose adapter.
- The dual-sized suction inlet can accommodate up to a 4" flex hose or 2" PVC pipe for maximum air flow during liner installation.
- We suggest purchasing a 3’ long, 1 ½” hose for easy maintenance.
When you're ready to start closing your swimming pool, taking the time to winterize your plumbing and equipment correctly will save you from a lot of headaches come springtime. With the Air Supply Cyclone Pro 3 HP pool blower, you now have the option of doing it yourself. For more tips and tricks on how to close your pool correctly, you can download our complete closing guide here.
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