How do you hook up an above-ground pool pump?

1:183:21Opening Your Pool- How to Connect Your Filter System - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipWith your hair and limb pot basket in front of the motor. And in front of that therell be a spot toMoreWith your hair and limb pot basket in front of the motor. And in front of that therell be a spot to hook up this hose. Slide that on there as you can then youre gonna go ahead take your screwdriver.

How do you change an above-ground pool pump?

0:577:38Dohenys replacing your above ground pool pump - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAnd down at the bottom you plug that hole. And then over to the return fitting the best way to do itMoreAnd down at the bottom you plug that hole. And then over to the return fitting the best way to do it is to unthread your eyeball fitting and then put in your plug.

Where should I put my above-ground pool pump?

It is important to get a pump designed for above-ground pools because they are usually placed below the pools waterline. Pumps for in-ground pools are placed above the waterline. Most above-ground pumps run full speed all the time, but two-speed models are more energy efficient.