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I've had my Autopilot TC since 2007. Actually has been rather trouble free other than an initial bad pH probe upon installation. However, ran into some electrical problems: I believe we had a power spike a few weeks back. It basically blew a relay in my EasyTouch control panel, which I just got...

Like others, I have had pretty good operation of my unit for the last several years. I have been using this cell for over 3 years now, maintaining a FC level of approx 5 throughout the usage time. However, I have noticed lower FC levels recently, wondering if the cell is near end of life. It...

Ok, so about 1.5 weeks ago, I started to notice some white flakes in one corner of the pool. There were only a few, so I ignored them. However, as the sun got stronger, I needed to increase my SWG output, and then I noticed that the flakes were now coming out of every return. They are paper...

So I just had a FAFCO solar system installed and started up. The next day, i found that my pump lost it's prime. The company came out for some extensive troubleshooting.... and found that the problem was with the water sampling line that is for the Autopilot TC chemistry controller. pool...

I left town for about 5 days, and forgot to disable the ORP sensor in my Autopilot TC. When I got back my FC is now about 14. Here are my #'s ph 7.7-7.8 FC 14 CC 0 TA 80 CH 420 CYA 70 Salt 3200 borates (est 40-45) So when is FC too high to swim in? Also, I notice that when I...

Hello all, My pool got built this past fall, and I had some initial problems with my Autopilot TC system. After finally getting the pH probe replaced, the pH control has been working flawlessly. However, I haven't been able to get the ORP control to work consistently. I have a feeling that the...

Okay, today is day #5 of my new pool startup, pebblesheen finish, 18k gallons. Current #s: T.Chlorine=5 ph=7.5 TA=120 CH=110 CYA=30 Water temp 63 deg First 3 days, I had to add quite a bit of acid, maybe about 1.25 pints/day to keep pH down below 7.8 Last 2 days, I've added around 3.5 lbs of...

Hello, I have been considering the AutoPilot Total control (with built in ph/ORP controller). However, i have been able to find a couple of posts alluding to some special concerns related the using a ph/ORP controller, but nothing specific. What are the pros / cons of using a chemistry...

Hello, I've been having some pool builders submit proposals for my new pool. So far, the process of choosing a PB is slow, but methodical. Consistently, one builder seems to keep floating to the top of the list in terms of quality of design, reputation, build, etc.. (and consequently...

Hello, I was thinking of getting a heat pump to extend my swimming season for my planned pool. However, a local pool builder rep told me that heat pumps don't work well in my area because of the low humidity. Today is a fairly average summer day, and by the time the temp. drops to about 80 deg...

Hello all, I'm trying to decide between FG and gunite pool. If you had to do it all over again, what would you choose and why? I like the idea of customizing the pool so it fits my family's needs and blends into the landscape. However, I'm not sure how much extra work it will take to maintain...

Hello all, Newbie here who wants an IG pool, but trying to do my due diligence in specing out the equipment. Location in Sacramento area, CA. Plan to build a pool with combined spa. Would like to extend swimming season from april - october. Cost is a secondary concern, but I wouldn't want to...