Recent content by JohnnyBe

Just checked , voltage is 235 V on the L1 and L2 , that is the correct current here (Curacao). No changes to DIP switch, always like that. Is there anywhere an option to purchase the control panel that is on top ? It has a flat cable that goes through the cover under the buttons and connects...

If I need to open the top I can do that later. John

Hi, I have a VGreen 165 pump that works fine. A while ago the control panel (on top) was giving some issues, I had to press the selected buttons a couple of times before it worked. Recently the control panel doesn't react at all. It does follow the program and pump function is fine. I opened...

Thanks Multifuel, will look into the The Pool Cleaner (horrible name if you want to do a search on the internet as you get so many hits that are not related). At first glance it seems to be doing the job, a concern that I have is that there are weak parts that break off and require expensive...

Hi, new pool (18000 galon, vinyl) Working on the balance of water but also looking on how to keep the pool clean. So far I have been cleaning manually. Not that I mind but it takes time. Found the Baracuda G3 cleaner as an option, most reviews are good, couple are not (but that seems the case...

Thanks for quick reply. Not living in USA so getting stuff is sometimes difficult. To make life easier I think I will buy a Barracuda G3, seems to get good reviews and is not too expensive. I can than also order the TF-100 testing kit. Will look at the other places for Muriatic Acid (less...

Hi Robbie, thanks. Went over to the local pool supply store. Got some muriatic acid so get the Ph lower. Funny enough, they said the teststrips work fine. They have a very small test set (two types only) so I think I look around for another supply shop. To get the chlorine up, can I just pour...

Hi, recently built a SWG pool (inground , vinyl, 18000 Gallon, 16X32). The SWG is from Hayward (Aqurite) with a T15 cell. I use deepwell water. Water (pool and deepwell) is clear, but there is a lot of dirt buildup on the floor. Floor feels a bit slippery, when we brush it seems better...

Hi TCJ4, the water struggle not so much, deep well that also has water in dry periods. Electricity, yes, expensive , but I now have solar panels that save quite a bit. It is an experience, you don't know all the ins and outs. Found that the supplier of the pool has pretty big margins for...

Hmm, replied earlier but don't see it. Just finished my DIY pol in Curacao. Inground , vinyl. Ordered everything from US, margins by local suppliers are outrageous (just a couple of clicks in a screen to order). Yes, you also should know what you need etc, but adding 50% of the costs (incl S&H...

Hi, justed joined as I have just build my own pool in Curacao. Before I decided what I wanted I checked local builders and tried to figure out what is best. Not sure why but prices for pools are outrageous. I checked concrete ones , vinyl and the fiberglass ones, got pros and cons. Fiberglass...