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bradgray replied to the thread sacrificial anode for auto cover tracks in swg pool.
Not really clear why the auto cover tracks are your priority. Tracks are easily replaced inside the encapsulation if they get damaged...
Jimrahbe replied to the thread IC-20 low salt reading Despite fine levels.
Dan,
When adding more than one or two bags of salt, the cell should be shut off for about 24 hours, before firing it back up.. This...
PoolStored replied to the thread PB just turned over pool to me, what do I correct first?.
+100. Same for the CH test.
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Hi, I have a 20x40 inground vinyl pool. This past summer, I realized that we may have a leak. About every 1.5 weeks, I would see the...
pjt replied to the thread PB just turned over pool to me, what do I correct first?.
For the TA test, remember to keep adding drops until there's no additional color change. This is typically ~3 more drops after the...
Jimrahbe replied to the thread Help Please - Aux Relays Not Working.
David,
You can guess or troubleshoot... :mrgreen:
Tell us what the little LCD shows...
Do you have a voltmeter??
Thanks,
Jim R.
bradgray replied to the thread Proper check valve for elevated Spa..
I'm not familiar with any check valve manufactured with holes.
This defeats the purpose of a 'check' valve.
Jimrahbe replied to the thread Pentair versus jandy.
I'm a big Pentair fan... :goodjob:
Thanks,
Jim R.
bradgray replied to the thread Planning on rebuilding hot tub siding and have a question about it..
You can snug the bowed slats back to the backing with trim screws. Glue is always temporary. You can add backing where it's lacking...
bradgray replied to the thread Looks like I need a new SWG.
Is your Easytouch salt ready? Easiest way to tell is to look for the small black 4-pin connection on the bottom front-left of the panel...
PoolStored replied to the thread Pentair versus jandy.
From the 10s of 1000s of threads I've seen, go Pentair.
Contractors push Jandy because they make more money on it.
I like the pentair...
PoolStored replied to the thread Hayward Heat Pro.
What pump make model do you have?
Can you post pics of your equipment pad?
I think the heater manufacturers are nuts. The have minimum...
We are adding automation to our pool. It is not a new build. We were given the choice between pentair automation and jandy. Our pool guy...
bradgray replied to the thread Landscaping.
Our area is mild and we have dozens of 'evergreen' trees, and they are deceptively high maintenance. Rather than total leaf loss 1 month...
bradgray replied to the thread Need help with Lighting.
Ideally you will terminate in a junction box. Jbox will then connect to Xfmer via carflex. Xfmer carflex to IAqualink. Bonding wire...
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I need a solar cover this year. I have always done blue and we have to replace them about every 2-3 years. Is there any noticable...
PoolStored replied to the thread Quotes for a new build.
Without details of the quotes, you won't get much feedback.
Cover your name/addr with a small piece of paper, take a picture of the...
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I am located in North Florida and looking to start a new build. I am interested in building a smaller pool, 14x28. Most quotes include a...
bradgray replied to the thread Help Please - Aux Relays Not Working.
A picture behind the deadfront panel where the breakers are located, will help us.
Is you pump wired to a relay? Or direct to breaker...
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I am converting to PAL pool & spa 24v lights they are going in a bonded Hayward niche. My plan was to run the two conduits for the...
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ol_whistle_britches replied to the thread Mixed Instructions - VS Pump & SWG.
One thing I should add: If you have the ability to hard wire it to ethernet instead of using the included wifi adapter, I would do that...
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thomas kleaton replied to the thread Trying to Get Rid of the Pool Cleaning Blues with Robotic Cleaner.
Maybe I'll try it out this weekend, then. As for now, though, I will let the pump run 24/7 and add one gallon of bleach to pool daily...
PoolStored replied to the thread Pool design.
Everything you need to know...you likely designed something that is not to code for diving pool. Its not just depth...
bradgray replied to the thread Pump Losing Pressure - Need Additional Ideas.
You most likely have a leak on the suction side, as many have suggested. A worn or loose impeller may fail to 'build' prime but it...
PoolStored replied to the thread PB just turned over pool to me, what do I correct first?.
Do me a solid. On the drops, before you use the reagent wipe the tips with a wet paper towel and test one more time.
Builder must have...
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PTB20 posted the thread I am not a smart person. Re: Bioguard Sparkle Up in Testing and Balancing Your Water.
Hi TFP community. Second season (Indiana) as a pool owner. Prior to opening last year, a friend recommended reading up here. And I did...
Rancho Cost-a-Lotta replied to the thread Mixed Instructions - VS Pump & SWG.
I'm curious.. do you have Alexa? If so, does Alexa recognize the Core Control as a device? Does the app allow you to turn chlorine...
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ol_whistle_britches replied to the thread Mixed Instructions - VS Pump & SWG.
With the firmware as it stands:
Control:
SWG % with pool cover open
SWG % with pool cover closed
SWG Turbo (100% up to 72 hours)
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