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I tried recalibrating the Aquarite SWG, but it won’t go below 4000. Anyway to force system to show 3000?

Hi, I dont know why my Pentair Superflo VS 1.5 Pump (342001) pump keeps intermittently re-priming. Shutting off and auto turning back on again. It started doing this about a few months ago. Any troubleshotting? I am running it as follows: 9AM for 9 hours until 6PM - 2800 RPM 6PM for 5 hours...

Hi TFP, I was hoping someone could help me understand the Aquarite (Hayward) 900 SWG. It seems it has a built in instant salinity sensor that supposedly reads the salt water PPM? Does that mean I don't need a K-1776 Salt Test Kit? How accurate is it and how do I check the numbers on the...

Hi, My heater needs replacement after 10+ years. Which one would you get to heat the water fast and well. Thank you

Hi, Upon opening my pool over the winter, I have been going through the SLAM process. Please see below water during slam PH 7.0 CYA 50 TA 50 CH 150 FC 25 Water Temp 60 Fahrenheit I intentionally kept the PH low to get through the SLAM faster. I passed the overnight test from 25 FC with no...

Hi, I am trying to figure out if I order CircuPool RJ-60 Plus from the company itself and ship to Canada, will I incur duties? If its made in USA it should be duty free. Any of you own the CircuPool RJ-60 Plus and can check where its made? Thank you

Hi, I am looking to convert to SWG from liquid chlorine maintained pool. Is this something I can install myself? If so, which SWG would you recommend and why? Thank you!

Hi, I do the BBB method to maintain my pool. I am going on vacation for 7 days and wanted to know how best to ensure my chlorine doesn’t go below target level. I was thinking of shocking the pool to 20-30 FC, however, I am not sure if that is enough to last 7 days. Thank you!

Hi, Is soda ash still the best way to increase PH? Also, what is the best way to test PH to get the numbers accurate to 1 decimal place? I find looking at the color of Taylor kits it’s subjective and approximate. I can’t 100% say it’s 7.2 or 7.4. Current chemistry: - Water looks clear and...

Hi, This year I noticed one off my jets shooting out bubbles. Is this air? It never stops even after running the pump for over a week. It has not done this before and I wonder what the issue may be. I have included a video below to show what I mean. I tried tightening the jet ball to ensue it’s...

Moved from SWG Upgrade by Jim R. Hi, been a while since I last messaged. Is IC60 the recommended SWG to get for my current set-up? Also, is there a guide I can read on how I can install it myself? Do I just need the IC60? Does the water still flow through the Pentair SuperFlo VS 1.5 pump? How...

Hi, Last season, the pool calculator showed to add 750ml of chlorine per 1 FC. For some odd reason, this year every time I try to add 750ml of liquid chlorine I don't get 1 FC. I need to add much more. Any ideas if this is algea or weak chlorine? thank you

Hi, Which SWG equipment would you recommend and why? If I ever needed to slam the pool, that would mean I have to slam it at FC 31 (assuming I need to maintain CYA of 80)? Thank you!

Hi, I am looking for recommendations on upgrading my pump. I am looking for a pump that you can set timing on to conserve energy. Auto shutoff that is programmable. Please advise your thoughts and reasons to why you recommend the specific unit. Many thanks in advance!

Hi, i finally got the boric acid 55lbs from Duda. I couldn't find a tutorial of how to properly add this to my pool, and how soon after I can swim? please advise, thank you kindly!

Hi, Is 2 FC loss daily can considered normal? 7 - 5 over ~24 hour period. Thank you, g3lo

Hi, what is the most convenient and cost effective way to get borates in your pool in Canada? I presume boric acid, where can I purchase it? thank you kindly

Hi, Once I finish my SLAM, this year I wanted to try and add borates. Could anyone provide adv/disadv to this? Is it easy to add? What does the water tests need to be like prior to starting the process of adding using the Borax method?

Hi, the jets balls in a swimming pool, when the bezel is tightened the ball inside doesn't move. When it is loosened, the ball moves. what is the proper way to keep the equipment running. Does the bezel have to be tightened so the ball doesn't move, or does the bezel need to be slightly loose...

My part to the vaccum cracked and needs replacement. Any idea what this attachment is called and proper size to get? thank you

Hello, My pool upon opening had green algae in it. I am still in process of slamming it. However, water is looking spectacular over the course of 1 night difference. levels: FC 10 CC 0 TC 10 CYA 40 PH (tested at FC 10-11, may be inaccurate) 7.2 - 7.4 CH - 120 ALK - 70-80 I am keeping my SLAM...

Hi, not sure if anyone here remembers me from last year; however, I had issues with my cya, which was too high - around 50-70. since taking off my safety cover this year I noticed green algae. Not a lot but a fair amount. Immediately I tossed in 15 litres of liquid chlorine and ramped up the...

Hi, I have read the sticky of the pool closing procedure and have a few questions. My main concern is closing it properly so nothing is broken during open season. I am in Toronto, Canada if that helps. 1) I understand the concept of draining the water below the jets and than blowing out the...

Hi, So the pool has been amazing since I started the TFP method. However, I noticed my PH keeps jumping up after 3-5 days of lowering it. I lower PH to 7.2 next week its 7.8-8.0. TA 100 CH 150 FC 6.5 TC 6.5 CC 0 PH 7.8 CYA 60

Hi, Could someone chime in on the difference between boric acid vs pool proof? Any adv or disadv? How soon after putting either can one swim? Also, would you recommend borates? Borates vs Salt; what would make the water feel more easier on the skin? Borates or adding pool salt? Could I do...

Hi, So I am about ready to test my TA and PH for my pool as the FC drops to normal levels. It is hovering around 10-11 FC at the moment. A few more hours and the sun should lower it. Could anyone chime in on the following; 1) Due to my pool being vinyl the recommended levels mentioned 50-90+...

Hi, i need to to replace the multi-valve on my filter and in Canada it costs have of a new filter. I was thinking just getting a good Hayward as such parts are readily available and less expensive. Which sand filter would you recommend for my pool and why? Thank you, G3lo

Hi, My backwash part of the filter is leaking about 15L a day. Could someone help guide on what I could do to fix it? Or best to higher a specialist?

Hi, I found a local place that refills 20L jug of chlorine. However, using it around the pool is not practical. Has anyone came up with a method for ease of use with such a large container?

Hi, I have the K-2006 and it requires a 7ml sample of 1:1 dilution with r-0013 for testing. I bought a separate tube for CYA testing from TF-Kits and when I use the sample I made, it doesn't work well with this tube as I don't have enough liquid? Does this tube use a larger sample size? If so...