Recent content by TexasTwister

I see what you are saying. If i can find a large enough flat tool to stick in the slot in the back, I could rotate it that way. That's a good idea. I've got an assortment of flat files that might be big enough to engage the slots in the back and I will use a pair of vice grips on the file to...

Nope, the remaining portion of the UWF is completely inside the wall of the pool. I found a tool that could have helped if the "nubs" of the UWF were still present: http://www.toolsforpools.com/lassenterprises/Polaris_Wall_Wrench.html Unfortunately, the part that broke off had the "nubs", so...

Here's a problem that I am trying to deal with. Customer is running a Polaris 280. I have serviced the pool since May 2011. I noted a while back that the Universal Wall Fitting (UWF) had not been screwed into the wall completely since before I started servicing the pool, maybe no more than 50%...

I hate to bump old threads, but I wanted to weigh in on this issue. My customer has a very new pool (2015), and the o-ring in the Fusion expanded to nearly 1" bigger than original. It got to the point of being impossible to fill the tab cylinder and get the collar back on without major leaks. I...

Diagnosing something like this is difficult over the internet. My first inclination is that the Kreepy is sucked down to the floor of the pool. If you are not using the regulator or the regulator is faulty, the result would be the same. It sounds like pushing it with your pole is allowing for...

Thanks polyvue! I had a sneaky feeling that was what was happening. Clearing one issue revealed another.

Hey everyone, Just finished cleaning an Aqua Rite Turbo Cell for a customer. Their Pro Logic readout had been displaying the typical "Inspect Cell + to Reset" message which I reset after reinstalling the unit and tying up the cables with zip ties. This and "Check System" were the only "out of...

Wow! Great feedback! I learn something new every single day. It makes sense that the flow would need to be strong enough to force out the air but I never thought of it. The filters on these pools are maintained regularly (usually when PSI is up 8-10 over clean). I was unaware of the red...

I've been fighting 3 Rainbow 320 10-tab chlorinators all summer on 3 different pools :x. When the pumps shut off for the night, the water drains from the chlorinators. When the pumps turn on in the morning, none of the chlorinators refill with water. Random information and thoughts: I have...

Which Skimlite pole do you use (and why)? My old Pentair aluminum pole's locking mechanism is worn out. Nothing like giving it a good push and it telescopes on you! :shock:

Yes, I had noticed diagram 3 when reviewing the manual earlier. I did not test for CYA while I was there (low on solution) but I would guess it was zero. All of the SWG pools I maintain had zero when I began servicing them (but not anymore!). I've just never seen a case where all the chlorine...

Today was the first visit to a new client whose pool is a few months old. Upon testing water chemistry, the pool had -0- chlorine even though their Pro Logic/Turbo Cell installation was set at 60% output and the filter pump is programmed to run 8 hours per day. The diagnostic menu on the...

Thanks for the reply. You have the same concern that I have...that the bag appears to be held open all the time. I think I'm ordering the Red Baron because of its construction and options.

Anyone here have experience with the DuraPro M-16 Leafing tool made by Skimlite? I am very interested in this item, but want a little feedback before plopping down the bucks. Here's a link: http://skimlite.com/m16.html. I am particularly interested in durability and ease of use. I am also...