Recent content by Smittysmith

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    Intex sand filter pump is working, but no display ligjts

    Hi all, My 4 year old Intex pump is working, but with no lights. No running light or display lights- Is this fixable? Thanks!
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    hot tub cover

    Yes, me too. Too many to know the option that is best for me.
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    hot tub cover

    Hi all, My cover is slowly breaking down and its time for a new one. I am having trouble finding the inches/weight of the foam in the one I have- caldera kauai. Any tips on where to find this information? or what do I need in my climate? I live in zone 7, hardly any snow, I don't want to go too...
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    troubleshoot caldera after fresh fill

    Thanks Jim! I was able to pull a pipe off for a sec and while the motor was on and it let the air out. The hose in the skimmer is a good tip for next time! Smitty
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    troubleshoot caldera after fresh fill

    And the Ahhh-some worked great, by the way!!
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    troubleshoot caldera after fresh fill

    YouTube to the rescue! I had to go in the panel and bleed the pipe. Now the trouble is getting the panel back on! Any tips? Thanks
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    troubleshoot caldera after fresh fill

    Hi All, I just used some ahh-some and cleaned out my hot tub and refilled. When I turn it back on at the breaker, the display shows me my set temp, actual temp, and then four dashes as it shuts down. I can hear the pump during the time before it shuts off and it doesn't sound the way it used to...
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    are spa sticks worth it?

    Thanks!
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    are spa sticks worth it?

    Thank you for your reply! What are the benefits? Does it help if I were to forget to add bleach for a day or two?
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    are spa sticks worth it?

    Is there a significant benefit to using the silver cartridges? I have had my tub less than a year and have used them, just not sure if they are much benefit. Thanks! Smitty
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    Is calcium hardness important in hot tub?

    Hi all! I have a vinyl pool, so I don’t worry with calcium hardness for it, but I’m not sure if it is important for the hot tub-? Thanks in advance, and have a great weekend!
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    Used hot tub initial set up

    Thanks all, I had a buddy balance the tub while I was out of town. So far everything is working well!
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    Used hot tub initial set up

    One ounce of what strength?
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    Used hot tub initial set up

    I will be starting up a used hot tub. Caldera Kauai 250 gallons. I gather I need to use an Ahh-some product, then drain and refill and balance. Which product do need? Thanks, Smitty