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    Easytouch Solar Programming Help

    Just added thermal solar to my Easytouch8 controlled in-ground pool/spa. I have a schedule set to run the filter pump 8-5 everyday. When the pump is running, the solar kicks in when the roof-mounted solar sensor temp exceeds the water temp by the START differential programmed (default 6 deg)...
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    Acid demand question

    Once my new pool acid demand had somewhat stabilized after 7 months, my acid demand was down to about 2 gallons a month, my routine being to add it twice a week - about a quart each time. Last month, I decided to switch my routine to adding smaller amounts of acid every day, to keep a tighter...
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    Hydrostatic Valve, Help! Pics enclosed

    My new pool will be gunited next week, and I have an issue with the hydrostatic valve. The engineering detail (encl) call for a valve, similar to a Hayward SP-1056 that installs inside a main drain housing. The plumber has installed what looks like a home-made hydrostatic valve using a check...
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    Spa dam wall depth

    Is there a minimum distance (recommended or code) for sch 40 pipe to be enclosed by shotcrete? I'm planning on using Waterway power storm gunite jets in a new integrated spa, which require 9 1/2" or 10 1/2" depth, depending on fitting used from the loop. Would I be get away with these in a 12"...
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    Autofill and pad design help: new pool in SoCal

    Hi, I am very new to this forum, and this is my second post (thanks JVtrain for your very helpful response to my first post). I am planning on installing a Levelor electronic autofill with a standpipe sensor near the equipment pad. I wanted some feedback regarding running a totally separate...
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    Southern California New Build help

    Hi, New to this forum. need some advice on my proposed setup. 1. Spa I am considering using a dedicated XF pump, running two separate return lines to the spa, with a 3-way valve. The idea being that 99% of the time there are 2 people max using the spa, and I can shut off the unused jets and...