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I posted in last November-December about my Jandy heat pump that was leaking at the bottom of the canister that enclosed the heat exchanger. I attempted to get to the location but it involved too much disassembly. At that point I checked my options. A new replacement unit is about $6,000...

Hi pool&spatech, Thank you for your detailed explanation. In my case, I'm an above average DIYer, so I am 100% confident I installed the gasket and clamp ring properly... it's not rocket science. I did research before starting the fix, and knew that sealer was not recommended. However, having...

Here in the desert, near Phoenix, AZ, I have a 9 year old Jandy heat/chiller heat pump. At the time of pool install, I decided on an HP vs propane. No natural gas option was available in my subdivision. I did some research and a propane heater or NG was extremely expensive. I have been pleased...

Thank you thepoolman... good question. No, I haven't called Zodiac directly, but that's worth a try. I meant to include that information in my post. My pool builder in 2007 offered a Life Time Warranty. For me that was a huge buying incentive feature. However, the pool builder went out of...

My 2007 pool included a Jandy heat pump. The pool company did not mention an important design feature – a bypass to the heat pump. Had I realized that a failure and leak in the heat pump would prevent me from running the filter pump, I would have gladly opted for a by-pass. My heat pump is...

It looks like you simply need to buy a Care Taker rebuild kit. Buy Polaris Caretaker Rebuild Kit $84.99 OEM 5-9-2001 The kit contains all the normal essentials with good instructions. I just installed my 3rd rebuilt kit since the pool was built in May of 2007. Here’s the link to the post...

A happy wife is a happy life! I'd definitely go with the wife. Randy

Hi Jennifer, Congrats on getting a new pool! Sounds like your family will really enjoy it. I have no idea what you and your pool builder have discussed and decided on as far as design. It looks like your build is quite advanced. I learned a lot while interviewing pool builders, and more...

Hi Izzyb, It's my pleasure! http://www.veraahdyheatpumps.com/heat-pump-efficiency.html#sthash.x4011h8M.dpbs Here in Arizona our average yearly relative humidity is about 37% Orlando’s average RH is about 47%. Given the fact that heat pump efficiency increases with the increase in Relative...

I recommend the heat pump based upon my experience so far. Cost of heat pump/chiller = $4,600 in 2007 Cost of electricity to *run HP = about $30.00 to $40 more per month (*only several days) Cost of repair of Jandy Heat Pump = about $400 since installed 2007 Time to heat pool = about 1 to 1.5...

OK, I just installed the rebuild kit for the Caretaker 99 (originally installed in May 2007 - rebuild kit installed 3 years ago). Everything works perfectly. Conclusion: If the piston valves inside the Caretaker collapse, they fail closed. This will stop the water flow to the pop ups, and...

My 500W light started leaking after about 6 years. I bought a new lamp and gasket. Assembled it - no lube, no sealer. . It leaked. Took it apart, reassembled it. It leaked. I took it apart and used a whole lot of clear RTV on it - everywhere there could possibly be water leaking into it. Let it...

Hi Bama, Yes, I checked the flow from one of 5 pipes under the Caretaker. I used my garden hose and could see clean water flowing from the 4 pipes in that circuit that connect to the pop ups I had removed. I have since received a reply from my pool equipment supplier. The Caretaker, if the...

OK I removed the Caretaker coupler. I noticed the distributor was full of water. It started to bubble as water slowly leaked through the bottom rubber valves. I don't know if that is normal or not. But the water out of it was slow enough that I can see how the flow when the pump is on and the...

Hi Bama, Thank you for your quick reply. Yes, the gearset in the Caretaker seems to move freely, not stuck anywhere. I didn't think it could completely stop the pressure flow - but not sure. When you say check pluggage are you referring to the 5 pipes to the pop ups when the Caretaker is...

Hi, My name is Randy. I just joined and looking forward to enjoying the incredible information here! I'm very mechanical and because I live in the Arizona desert I am very diligent about pool maintenance. I did a quick research to see if I could find any posts on no water flow and a possible...