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    Whisperflow pressure problem?

    Thanks again. The flow is ok but it is not under much pressure. Can I replace parts of the booster pump say the celenoid if it is burnt out? Or open the water side to see if there is something blocking the impeller? If so does anyone know what the torque is to replace the front?
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    Whisperflow pressure problem?

    Thanks. HOw do I test the booster pump?
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    Whisperflow pressure problem?

    What should the pressure be on the gauge that is on top of the Pentair Clean and clear filter housing for a pool of my size? The pool sweep no longer moves even though I have broken it down and all of the parts are working and water is flowing through all parts and jets. There just doesn't...
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    Anyone have this happen? Polaris Wall Collar problem

    Mine sheared off inside the wall. I had to use a small vibrating saw to cut it out....very carfully so not to damage the threads on the pool side of the connector.
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    We drained the pool to power wash it and clean it up

    Hi, We had drained the pool to power wash it and clean it up. Then it rained for 3 days. I vaguely remembered something about the hydrostatic valve then forgot about it. Then it rained again for a couple of days. The pool has now been empty for about a week and a half. Today I think I saw...
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    resurfacing vs re or just painting.

    Hi, I just drained my pool to power wash it and clean it up to get it ready for summer. Lo and behold the bottom and some of the sides are pitted and missing plaster. Would love to resurface it but unable to foot that monster right now. I would like to slow down the deterioration until I...
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    Removing polaris connector

    Hi, The connector of my polaris broke inside the pool wall. Apparently someone glued it into the wall. Any suggestions on how to remove the broken piece without damaging the threads on the wall side connector so I can reinstall my sweep? I think I have two or three returns but the one it...
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    Some ph and alk questions

    Hi, A newbe here on pool care. Been fighting the green goop for about 3 weeks and now I think iv'e killed it all used clarifier, algeacide, brushed the pool and just need to vac it. After testing everything seems to be ok but the ph and ta....last readings are below. I will be getting the...