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    Pump lid leaking

    Above ground 24ft pool. Pentair sand filter. I recently replaced the pump to filter hose and the pump lid has a slow leak when turned off. I put the old hose back on (replaced bc starting to show wear…see pic) and it doesn’t leak? Also, why does the return jet “gurgle” when turned on/off...
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    Pool steps

    Above ground pool. Any issues with placing these in above ground pool? The weights contain gravel. I’m worried about the steps/weights tearing the vinyl liner. Also, if ok to use, any ideas on where to get posts for the steps (See small holes 2nd step from top)
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    Filter hose length

    How much “slack” should there be with filter hoses for above ground pool? Enough that some of the hose rests on the ground? Or no need for any of the hose to touch the ground? Does one way cause unnecessary weight and pull on the pool wall, return jet, etc? Thanks
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    Hayward sand filter

    I need to clean the filter basket. If the filter is in the closed setting, do I need to plug both the skimmer entry hole and return hole? Or just the skimmer hole?
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    Water on pool cover

    I’m using a pump to get the water off my above ground pool cover and there seems to be a lot of oil type substance.....is this normal?
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    Abg pool deck

    Looking to build a deck and not sure how flush to make it knowing I will need to put a winter cover on it. Any advice?
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    Bugs

    For my agp, the filter housing is a dome shape. While disassembling to clean the filter, I noticed a bunch of very small tannish brown colored bugs crawling on top of the filter and in the dome. What might these be and any concerns? I hosed them off and cleaned the area with bleach.
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    Pool Closing

    I have an above ground pool and was wondering if I need to drain the pool below the scimmer? I have a plastic (almost tupperware) type piece that goes onto the scimmer opening to the pool and a plug piece for the jet return. I live in PA so we do get freezing weather in the winter.
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    Pool Calculator

    Did the pool calculator recently change? The FC goal states "see below" whereas before it gave me the range with in the box?
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    Bug

    I have a few bugs in the pool that actually swim under the water........is this ok?
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    Increase in FC without adding chlorine

    I recently opened my pool and did not have to add any liquid bleach as the levels were still near slam level. I tested FC yesterday and it was 8, however, after testing it today it is at 15? My CYA is 30-40 and there is no CC. PH is 7.4 and TA is 80. What would cause this increase?
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    Too much FC?

    I have an AG pool with approx 13,600 gallons with the following test results: FC: 90 PH 7.4 TA 90 CYA 40 No CC I just opened my pool yesterday and am running the pump as I type. Why is the FC so high and how do I get it down? I even had to add water to the pool because of lost water over the...
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    Test Kit Refills

    I have the Taylor K-2006 test kit. For refills, can I order the TF-100 refill kit? Will I need to order anything in addition for start of season?
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    Winter ?'s

    I added a skimmer closure and a plug for the return. Am I correct in not draining the pool to below the skimmer? Also, with the cover on, rain water is adding to the level below the cover....is that ok? Lastly, I have the skimmer gate closed so rainwater is collecting in the skimmer.....should...
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    Solar cover

    I'm thinking of using a pool cover to help with temp and water loss. Does it help with evaporation? Can I run the filter with the cover on? Any algae concerns?
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    Winter pool cover recommendation

    Any suggestions for brand and where to buy winter cover for abg 24' round pool?
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    New pool owner……aaaggghhh

    We bought a house that has an ABG 24' Pool and we currently have it running using the Frog System. I'm not sure if it my inexperience in operating a pool or the system or both, but I feel like I am always chasing the necessary metrics. I am wondering the following: --I recently purchased all...