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    Help getting my pool set-up

    It's been awhile since I have been on here. My neighbor and I are trying to set-up his 24' X 54" pool. We have the ground just about level, should be done today. I am trying to find out how much sand needs to be emplaced before we install the pool? Any pointers about things we need to do will be...
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    How much sand? Intex 24' X 54" pool

    My neighbor just aquired a used 24' round Intex pool. We got a freind to drag the yard fairly level with his tractor and boxblade. We have gotten the ground leveled by the old shovel and kick job, now its time for the sand. Can anyone give me an idea of how much sand is needed for this size pool?
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    Spa Crest Spa wiring

    I attempted to wire my used (new to me) spa. Bought a 50amp GFI breaker and hooked it just as the local store instructed me to. I just tried to turn the circuit breaker on and it did not work, just popped back to the off position. I am unsure were to go to but an electrician and hope someone...
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    First spa set up and care.

    I am getting ready to start my first spa up, found this site awhile back and you took great care of my pool change over to salt. I have a two person spa that I have basically rebuilt from the ground up and hope to start adding water this weekend. I have no idea of what I need to get this thing...
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    Heater not warming water?

    I just got a 2 person hot tub that I was told the heater/pump is not warming the water at all. The control box is removed from the tub and I have opened it. I am trying to figure out where to start and what I should be testing or looking for that may be causing the problem. The control box had...
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    What is the best way to add salt to a new pool?

    Well after a failure in my pool wall last year I had to purchase a new pool. It is an 18 round by 52" above ground pool. I have it all setup and am ready to add the salt. What is the best way to add the salt to my pool? I remember a few years ago pourning it in and mixing it with a brush until...
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    Testing the salt level?

    Last year was my first using salt in my pool. Everything worked and looked great, thanks to all over your helpful comments. I am starting my pool opening today, the cover is removed and the water is crystal clear. I am trying to find out how to: Test the salt level in the water so I can...
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    Hayward Preflex filter

    I have found a Hayward Preflex filter in my area and no pool company can answer questions about it. Hayward site talks about putting DE in it and how well it filters, but I cannot get an answer about using it with my SWG. Does anyone have or have used one of these filters and what kind of...
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    It turned green on me!

    I just got back after a little over a month to find the bottom of my pool green. I have not tested the water yeet but will do so after the sun comes up and will post results. I know the water was neglected and hope this will be an easy recovery. Is there any quick fix to kill the green and get...
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    Going to attempt to convert to salt water!

    I have grown tired of fighting the chemical battle to keep my pool clean. Today I am buying a Krystal Clear Deluxe Saltwater modedl 8110. I would really enjoy any information on the how to and when to's of Saltwater. I completely pumped my pool dry this weekend and have started to refill it with...