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    how to calculate pump speed for solar panels

    hi TFP, I have read posts re: this type of question but admittedly have struggled with figuring out how to calculate all the variables to figure out what speed to set the pump on for use of solar panels. I recently installed 5 4x12 aquasol solar panels on SW facing 8/12 pitch garage roof...
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    suntouch solar automation question

    hi TFP, I am hoping someone can help me figure this Suntouch automation puzzle. I have been using the system for about 2 years successfully, but just hooked up solar panels last week and can't seem to figure out how to test the Suntouch's control of the actuator. I can manually switch it...
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    Intelliflo pump and intellichlor SWG - How to turn SWG on & off without common ti

    I have the suntouch automation unit with an aquariteSWG and intelliflo pump. I have really struggled with the suntouch trying to get all the speeds, aux (s) and circuits worked out but I think I may have figured it out with the forum's help. However, I notice when the pump is off the SWG has...
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    suntouch, pump and SWG wiring questions

    ok I am currently in the last stages of pool construction and have posted the construction thread in 'under construction' forum (with pics!) I am in the middle of wiring. I have a suntouch automation system, intellifo VS and an Aquarite 40k SWG. currently I have the pump on its own 20A 2pole...
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    another bonding question

    i currently under construction and have been reading quite a bit about bonding, and i think i get the concept, but when reading NEC 680 (paraphrasing here), which states anything metal within 5feet of the pool must be bonded and i read a couple places anything greater than 3-4 inches in diameter...
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    timer suggestions for new build

    i have posted a new construction thread in under construction, but I think this particular question/thread should probably be here. I was getting ready to begin setting up my equipment area in my detached garage with a Pentair intelliflo VS 3 hp, Hayward C4030 cartridge filter, an aquarite t...
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    this may sound funny, but...

    this may sound funny with 8 inches of snow on the ground and subfreezing weather, but we are hoping to break ground in 4-6 weeks on a IG pool in Pittsburgh PA. :( we are in the planning stages of a DIY pool kit, currently thinking royal pools, as they have been well reviewed on this site...