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Ok, thanks for the advice. I will remove the bubblers and just see what happens. I appreciate all the responses!

Need some advice. My pH is pretty stable at 7.6 but my TA wants to creep up from 80 to about 120 (right now). I've searched and read the posts online about how to increase pH without increasing TA, then bring both down with muriatic acid. I created adapters for two of my return jets to aerate...

Using fresh test strips - 03/2019. Still, I wouldn't expect the SWG to indicate the salt level is perfectly fine one day and then totally shutdown the next. So far it has accurately indicated if the salt is too low or too high compared with my test strips. This was working fine and then...

Yes, running about 3400 ppm right now. I'll monitor, but if the cell thinks water temp is a constant 72 degrees - shouldn't it calculate salinity based on that value? How big of an impact would it be if the water temp is 82 degrees? I'm sure the salinity will be different, but is it enough to...

Thanks for much for your quick and helpful response! I went out, cut the green & white wires, and it's producing chlorine - on one of the hottest days this year! I don't know what it is with these sensors, but they don't seem very well made. I'm going to try to get as much life as I can from...

I have a Pentair Intellichlor (IC-40) SWG that indicates under 4000 hrs used. Yesterday, the SWG stopped working - with the Cell light going RED after the two minute starting cycle. The last two times this happened (over the last 3 seasons), replacing the flow/temp switch corrected the issue...

Did you install that filter yourself? Is the warranty any better than any other Pentair product for those who install themselves? I'm just not sure I want to send more money to Pentair if their products aren't any better than any other vendor and their warranties favor installation by "pool...

I believe my water was cloudy because the chlorine level was dropping too low as the result of running the pump only 10-12 hours per day. If I recall correctly, I was running the SWG at 80% during that time. Normally, when I run the pump/SWG 24x7, the SWG is set to 20-40% - depending on...

Up until last year, was running the pump 24x7. Last year, I tried running about 10 hours a day - which did ok but made the pool a little cloudy. I would rather run at low speed 24x7. Based on my calculations, the current configuration should change the water every 6-8 hours. Normal filter...

I've been a Pentair guy for the last 10 years or so. However, I've had to replace two Pentair Sand Dollar filters in the last 3 years due to pinhole leaks that developed at the seam. Because Pentair seems to have only a 60-90 warranty if you install it yourself, neither was covered under...

I did a quick search which did not reveal the answer to my question. What is the best method/location to store a micro mesh safety cover over the summer so that nothing will get into it - like mice or ants? I bought a brand new cover two years ago. Last summer, I stored it in the mesh bag...

Thanks for the help and advice. I have three pentair valves on the way.

Need some expert advice. I've done some searching but not really found any good posts specific to this topic. What is the best valve application to use on the suction side - ball vs gate, brass vs PVC vs pentair/jandy? I currently have brass gate valves, but recently found one is sucking...

So now I'm not feeling so bad... I really like my local pool owner, but as I've learned more from this site - I'm finding their way is not always the best way. Bottom line - it's my money, it's my pool, and I have to live with it every day. Something was not adding up for me and you guys just...

I need some advice. My local pool company contacted me and offered to do an energy audit on my pool equipment. The result? They recommended I upgrade to an IntelliFlo VS 3050 from my current single speed pump. They estimate in my area, I could save about $800 annually, by running the new...

I did some searching, but really didn't find an answer to my question. I'm trying to find out how well flexible PVC really stands up over time. When closing my pool this year, I ended up cracking one of the fittings on my suction line from the main drain and skimmers in my IG pool. I'm going...

I've got 4 more bottles of Jack's Purple coming. Would you recommend adding in at least two of those right away to boost the levels that should already be in the pool? I was thinking I would then put some more ascorbic acid in a sock around the steps and skimmers, since that's where the...

pH is back to 7.1-7.2 and chlorine is 5.5ppm. Staining is still there, but doesn't seem to be getting worse. Should I start another treatment? I've noticed in other posts that maybe I should add more sequestering agent? How much is enough? I've already used 4 qts for 25000 gal. Does this...

I followed the Ascorbic Acid method for removing the staining in my pool, particularly on the steps and the skimmers. Everything cleaned up and was doing great. I was able to keep chlorine around the 3-5ppm target value for my pool and keep pH no higher than 7.2 for about 1.5 weeks. Last week...

I've done some searching on the forum, but not really finding answers to my questions. I just purchased my first safety cover (GLI ProMesh) and I'm getting ready to install it. Let me know your thoughts on the questions below. Should I drill the hole deep enough for the anchor (~ 2") or drill...

Yep, I pretty much came to the same conclusion. I did some more searching and found some other messages that referred to using a plunger to try to smooth them back out. I spend about an hour last night working on it and they are better. I think I can keep it under control, but won't be able...

Our liner was replaced 5 years ago. Since that time, I've noticed wrinkles forming at the upper portion of the slope between shallow and deep ends. It seems as though it's getting worse. I've attached some pictures to show what I'm referring to... Is this something I should worry about or...

That's what I keep coming to in my mind. I'm leaning towards the micro-mesh at the moment. The solid cover with micro-mesh panels will still let some light in. If you let any light in, it can cause algae so what's the difference? I have another question - 3x3 or 5x5 grid size? Everyone is...

Woohoo!! Water is crystal clear, CC is less than 0.5, and passed the OCLT last night. Since normal testing only tests to about 0.5ppm, I'm assuming that's why you meet the 3 criteria? How often should I expect to shock the pool? The pool store recommends shocking weekly, but they don't...

Ok, thanks. Just checking... I was indoctrinated in the pool store method of pool care and have only recently found this forum. I'm having to relearn some things, so I'm sure I'm just getting a little impatient. This is my first attempt at shocking, so I'm a little unsure of myself. Having...

Thanks! Great idea! I really appreciate your help. I've been in shock mode for a couple of days now. CC has never been more than 1, mostly 0.5 - but not able to hold OCLT yet. If my water is not sparkling though, I don't know what sparkling is... I usually get a lot of junk blown in my...

What's the best way to tell if a spot has good circulation?

I've done some searching but only found that pool sample should be taken 12-18" under the surface. My question is where should it be taken? Should it also be taken in the same place each time? Thanks!

I ended up using 30 lbs of cal-hypo 73%. Looking at my CC it still needs some more shocking. I'll be using bleach this time. I'll have to point my returns up to see if they break the water surface to bring pH up. I know it creates ripples but not sure that's enough. I use well water with a...