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    New Hayward Skimmer install leaking at gasket

    You saved this single mom a major headache! I was having the same leak after install, before cutting the lining. I tried with all my might to get thos d-screws tightened!!! I made a run to the local bigbox and grabbed a bigger screwdriver (along with $50 worth of "stop leaking" stuff). I got...
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    Sand filter on tiny pool?

    Thank you for the replies! Finally getting it set up, gonna give my sand filter and saltwater system a go on this little pool. I really hate to use chlorine (I can't never get the balance right) and the rediculously ineffective filter they sell with the Easy Set pools!
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    Sand filter on tiny pool?

    Hello, I had to replace my ultra frame pool this year due to rust and as well as a leaky liner. I have a larger replacement but I am having second thoughts about installing it this season as it is going to be busier than usually for me. I am considering just getting an Intex inflatable ring...
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    What is the best material to put around an above ground pool

    I love how the rocks look but I worry about them working their way under the liner. I have an ultra frame intex. Any issues with that? Thanks
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    I messed up! Help~

    Last year I didn't use any of these type of products. This year was the first year I wintered over. I was trying hard to not have to drain and refill due to the high cost and sometimes not the clearest city water. I was trying to avoid a bigger pain.
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    I messed up! Help~

    I need help stat! I was trying to use the product Kleen It by Bioguard and I messed up. My sand filter was not in backwash and the product went into my pool...as in the WHOLE bottle into my pool. Do I need to drain it? Please help, I am in tears. My pool is an Intex metal framed pool...
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    How to add chemicals without a skimmer?

    Well, looks like I might be draining it anyway. I messed up and the whole bottle of Kleen It went into my pool. (the filter wasn't in the backwash position). I cannot find any info on this online either. I'm sure I can't be the only one that has done it. grrrrr
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    How to add chemicals without a skimmer?

    I have an Intex Metal Frame pool 15'x42" with a Intex 3800 sand filter and salt water chlorine generator. I had the water tested at the pool store and the hardness was low (35, ideal 200-400) and I added Balance Pack per instructions. My copper was also high (2, ideal 0) My water was somewhat...
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    How to add chemicals without a skimmer?

    I have an Intex sand filter but no skimmer. I need to add some products and the instructions are to add them to the skimmer. How do I add them without a skimmer? I am trying to add Pool Magnet Plus, Sparkle Up and Kleen It. I have been searching online for hours to no avail. (my pool store...