Do you clean your filter every three weeks and the water is never really clear?
A filter that’s too small for the pool clogs quickly. Pressure rises, flow drops, filtration becomes ineffective, and you start over. The problem isn’t how often you clean it—it’s the filter area.
The Hayward SwimClear Multi 325 sq. ft. spreads filtration across four cartridges. Hayward advertises extended filtration cycles of up to an entire season without cleaning, depending on the pool’s load. And like all cartridge filters, it requires no backwashing: you won’t waste treated water.
Specifications
- Hayward model number: W3C3030 (Open Line channel, online sales authorized)
- Total filter area: 325 sq. ft.
- Number of cartridges: 4
- Turnover in 8 hours: 58,560 gallons
- Fiberglass-reinforced polyester tank, pressure gauge included
- Shipping weight: 75 lb
- Parts warranty: 1 year
Choosing the right size
The 325 sq. ft. model is suitable for standard-sized inground pools. For pools larger than 18 x 36 ft., or if your pool gets a lot of swimmers, step up to the 425 or 525 sq. ft. model: the extra cost pays for itself in fewer cleanings and longer cartridge life.
Frequently asked questions
Should all four cartridges be replaced at the same time?
Yes. A new cartridge installed alongside three worn cartridges will clog faster than the others and disrupt flow through the tank.
A whole season without cleaning?
That’s the capacity Hayward advertises for the SwimClear line under favorable conditions. In practice in Quebec, with spring pollen, plan on at least one cleaning during the season.
Which replacement cartridges do I need?
The compatible set for the C3030 is the CX580XRE. We keep it in stock.
Buy from Piscines Geyser
Hayward equipment sold, installed, and repaired in Blainville since 2004. Tell us your pool volume and pump model, and we’ll confirm the setup before you buy.
