Recent content by michaelrbanks

Howdy! I'm really interested in installing a Handy TruClear system to integrate with my current setup. The manual says it should be horizontal in a 16" section of pipe - I just don't see an option without major tear-up. Any ideas?

Has anyone reverse engineered the "Light Engine" (PCB) for a Jandy Watercolors light, or accessed the manufacture's schematic? Mine's gone out & I'm looking for any resources to help troubleshoot and fix it on the cheap.

I noticed my backwash hose is filling with water, even though it's set on "filter," which is a pretty clear sign my valve has a leak. Any advice on what to do to fix it?

My Jandy WaterColor LED's seem to be going out (VERY dim, not changing colors). I've checked the wiring back to the control box & don't see any obvious issues with voltage, connections, etc. Replacement LED panels are $$ - does anyone make a drop-in aftermarket panel that may be cheaper?

The booster pump for my Polaris started making a terrible noise a few weeks ago, then finally stopped working. I had some time this weekend to pull it apart and found the shaft was corroded and bearings shot. Long story short, I'm in need of a replacement. Are there any "non-standard" (and...

Last night my wife and I fired up the hot tub for a bit of relaxing, but were surprised to see our Jandy LED pool lights were very dim and flickering between full-brightness & dim. Any ideas where to start on this issue?

I'm considering a Stenner setup, but my pump pad sits in full sun most of the day. Any advice on how to keep the chlorine cool(er) and shielded from the sun?

Jen, Texas Splash is right to caution you regarding the UV system. See the thread below about how it can go horribly wrong. I think what you will find in this group is a difference between "over chlorinating" and "correctly chlorinating" your water. The amount of chlorine added has to be...

Whitewater Center: Algae weakened defense against illnesses | Fox News

I've totally posted a link to TFP and TF-100 on the FB ads they put out!

We all probably swam in pools of similar nature as kids, had fun, made memories and didn't die. While yes, now in retrospect we collectively realize the truth, kids should be kids. Goggles, showers, etc. as others have mentioned, but also a word of caution regarding water clarity - if you/they...

Quite impressive - I'm guessing they put in the puck floater (white dot by the ladder, with shadow on floor) since they knew they might be away for a few days...

Howdy!

Rick, My two cents regarding your questions & background - living with a minimal amount of algae could potentially become a bigger problem rather quickly. My advice is to eliminate all algae which will then make long-term maintenance and upkeep significantly easier. Take for example, your...