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    Fiberglass Pool - do I need to add Calcium?

    I have a fiberglass pool. My Ca++2 is about 100. I also have this question on why to add Ca++2? Appreciate the responses.
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    Taylor CYA Test

    Hi: I have a Taylor K2005-C test kit. I have trouble with the disappearing black dot when testing for the presence of CYA. Is there a better way to test for this pool element? Thank you.
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    Pool Pilot Nano Dies

    After 7 years of use (4 months a year), my Pool pilot Nano has died and now I'm probably going back to just using a simpler using liquid bleach. A little history: I was getting a low amp- check cell warning and running the test showed 0 amps and no output. Bought a new cell but the same...
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    Chlorine & CYA levels in SWG versus Liquid Chorline

    Hi: Why is the FC required for adequate algae control is different for SWG pools versus those using liquid chlorine? Or perhaps I should ask why is CYA levels allowed to be higher in SWG pools compared with the pools chlorinated by liquid chlorine? Thank you and appreciate the response.
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    Please identify object.

    Hello friends: This morning I heard a rattle in my piping next to the chorinator . I wonder if you guys know where this piece of hardware would come from that I took out. System is running without any leaks. The rod did not enter the chlorinator due to basket. Al systems are Pentair. I...
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    A20 (cord twisting)

    I have recently purchased the A20 and very happy with the results. I have one issue and that is that the blue cord keeps twisting around itself. Has anyone found a way to prevent this from happening or make it less frequent?
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    Pentair Clear Filter Cartridge cleaning

    Wanting what folks are doing about cleaning the cartridge filter on the Pentair Filters? I know you can hose it down but are folks let it soak in a water tub with say dishwasher soap for a while before hosing it down? Thanks
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    Pentaire Cartridges

    Is it time to replace my cartridges? Ive had my Pentair size 75 cartridge for my 9000 gallon fiberglass pool. Recently after cleaning them, the pressure I get when installing them is 10 psi. Within 5-10 hours, the pressure icnreases to about 20 psi. My pool is really not dirty; I have a...
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    Pentair Cartridge replacement time??

    Good day: I have a Pentair cartridge filter which I think needs the cartridge replaced but wanted to get opinions. I have started to see the pressure go from 8-10 psi after a cleaning to about 16 in 4 days and 20 in a week. My water chemistry is as follows: Cl 3 PH 7.5 Alk 120 Calcium about...