How to Clean a Pentair Clean & Clear RP Pool Filter (160355) | Monthly Cartridge Cleaning

In this video, I show you how to properly clean a Pentair Clean & Clear RP cartridge pool filter (Model 160355). This is part of my regular monthly pool maintenance routine, which helps keep the water flow strong, pressure low, and the equipment running efficiently. I’ll walk you through: • Safely shutting down the system • Removing the Pentair RP filter cartridge • Cleaning the pleats with a garden hose • Optional use of a spray-on filter cleaner • Inspecting and lubricating the O-ring • Restarting the system and bleeding air properly After cleaning, I also show how I log the maintenance in the Poolistry app to track filter cleanings and stay on schedule. 🧰 Tools & Products Used: • Garden hose with spray nozzle - https://amzn.to/44vMBH8 • Black Diamond Stoneworks Ultimate Spa Filter Cleaner (optional) - https://amzn.to/4iVUoUJ • Silicone pool lube - https://amzn.to/4q4Ls1u 📱 Poolistry App: I use Poolistry to track pool maintenance like filter cleanings, chemical additions, and reminders. https://poolistry.com/ ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:24 Tools & products used 01:20 Power off & pressure relief 01:42 Opening the filter housing 02:54 Remove filter from support tube 03:17 Cleaning the cartridge 03:47 Cleaning inside the filter housing 05:13 Spray down the filter 05:13 Reinstalling the filter 06:25 O-ring inspection, cleaning & lubrication 07:13 Restarting the system 08:42 Logging maintenance in Poolistry If this video helped, consider liking and subscribing for more DIY pool maintenance and homeowner tips.