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Hello All, Looking for input to help balance water. Our pool gets little to no use right now but it’s pretty to look at because it is still sparkling after the SLAM help I have received here. It is hot, mid to high 80s, low 90s. Rains most afternoons. The pH keeps rising to 8.2 and I am...

Here's a super simple diy funnel system for measuring out stabilizer and neatly pouring the powder into a knee high. It will take more time to read the directions than to actually make the two part funnel. If you can imagine a red solo cup with the bottom cut out stacked on top of another red...

When you perform the Calcium Hardness Test, do you swirl as you drop when adding R-0012 one drop at a time of until the color changes to blue? I am asking because the color changes more quickly when I stir as I drop and I want to make sure I am getting an accurate test result. The Calcium...

I started SLAMing yesterday but I didn’t check CL level every half an hour. Checked every two hours so I wanted to post to receive proper guidance. Water looks a bit less green, from murky to lime green but I wanted to check in for your expertise. According to poolmath app, I should be keeping...

Hi All, Just received my TF100 test kit. Pool water is slightly green. Have been neglecting my pool but determined to do better. Just put 2.5 gallons of chlorine from Pool Store in. How long should I wait to start testing the water? Thanks.

I replaced old one speed Pentair pump with new Pureline Prime variable speed pump and it worked well (primed) for a few days. There are no bubbles in the pool. Here’s what i have done so far... Added water to pump basket (let hose run for three to four minutes) Checked pool water level (very...

Hi All, i have a basic pool setup - no SWG, water features, or heater. Very little usage. Which kit is the best to purchase to get started with Pool School? Thanks

Hello, I am attaching a photo of the current valve positions. I am trying to figure out how the valves should be set on for running the pool: 1) with the automatic cleaner 2) normal running - no automatic cleaner 3) to vacuum from the skimmer 4) vacuum to waste Thanks in advance.

Hello, I am attaching a photo of the current valve positions. I am trying to figure out how the valves should be set on for running the pool: 1) with the automatic cleaner 2) normal running - no automatic cleaner 3) to vacuum from the skimmer 4) vacuum to waste Thanks in advance.

I am replacing 1HP Pentair Pinnacle single speed with Pureline Prime VSP 1.65 HP. The new pump is two inches shorter than the Pinnacle. I would like input and advice to make the plumbing setup as efficient as possible with the least amount of fittings. My plan: Before the Pump Use a 2"...

I am installing a new Pureline Prime VSP. I am buying bushing part to connect the 1.5” pipe at the front of the pump. What would you recommend for the optimal plumbing setup?

I am ready to replace my failing ome speed 1 hp pump with a Pentair 2 VST - 011056 but the local pool guys are warning me against it. They say these fail after three years and are “throw-aways” that they have trouble getting local shops to do warranty service on. Anyone own a Pentair VSP for...

I am in South Florida and am replacing my old single speed ( 1 Hp,115/230, 55Y FR., 1PH, 3600 Rpm) pool pump with a variable speed pump. I have: 8,500 gallon rectangular, in ground, gunite 1.5” pvc plumbing Pentair Clean and Clear 100 Sq. F Filter Great White automatic cleaner No spa No...