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PoolStored replied to the thread Algaecide help please!!.
Get one of the kits we recommend. Link-.>
Go to wal mart and get 10 gallons of liquid chlorine. "Pool Essentials Liquid Chlorine."...
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Enzodast replied to the thread Mixed Instructions - VS Pump & SWG.
Electrician is saying he can't do this... It's the 1109a timer. Says the salt unit won't be GFI protected if he does it like you say...
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kbranford replied to the thread Algaecide help please!!.
Thank you so much for your quick response. I unfortunately do not have either test kit but I did order the tf-100, it should be here...
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TinFoilHat replied to the thread Just signed up..
Welcome aboard! Your concern about phosphates means you've been to a pool store (we basically don't worry about phosphates.) We...
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Hyrul replied to the thread PH making jacuzzi water cloudy.
pH is about 7.0 before I add PH up.
TA is 70
As for why --the recommended amount appears to be 7.4-7.8?
I'm not sure what's lowering...
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TinFoilHat replied to the thread Algaecide help please!!.
I would drain it and start over following the guidelines recommended here on TFP.
PoolStored replied to the thread Do I even need a valve?.
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Have had an above ground 24 ft round pool since 2017. But always only put the chlorine tabs in the floater. Never had an issue. Last...
kevreh replied to the thread Updated -- Passive solar heating system - real-life experience? -- Heat Pump installed.
Old thread, but how much does the heat pump cost to run?
PoolStored replied to the thread IC-40 Dead???.
I'd get CYA to 60, until you can demonstrate that you can maintain FC. That way if you do have to SLAM again, it won't be as bad as...
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ol_whistle_britches replied to the thread Definitely NOT the capacitor.
It’s funny how people draw on their own experiences in decision making. I had to go back and re-read the OP to pick up on the winterized...
Texas Splash replied to the thread Algaecide help please!!.
Welcome to TFP! :wave: Unfortunately, everything you've done thus far is probably hurting you. :( Tabs, algaecides, and shock...
PoolStored replied to the thread Reno, advice needed.
Depends on the price difference. Larger will be quieter and save a bit on electricity, but the biggest benefit is VSP over single...
Texas Splash replied to the thread Just signed up..
Welcome to TFP! :wave: Be sure to bookmark our for LOTS of great info.
duraleigh replied to the thread Did AA treatment, do I need to use Polyfill?.
sequestrant works in your pool by keeping solids in solution. The contaminants are still there in your pool, you just can't see them...
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I have a 24 ft round above ground pool. Was green when I opened it 2 weeks ago. After multiple shocks and chlorine tabs still green...
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Skyrocket replied to the thread Installing 24ft rectangular Intex on concrete pad.
Thank you. Yes it is 100% level everywhere (I checked!) That's good to know, it means I can just crack on with installation
grey1988 replied to the thread Wifi heater control installation DTH101. Help please..
Hi, I still can't find where to connect the 2 wires to the H400IDL. I don't see it in the diagram. Please help
Thanks
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JamesW replied to the thread Aquarite cell not generating.
Maybe a bad display board or main board.
Hard to tell for sure.
Maybe some pictures of both would be helpful.
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Hello, my name is Chris and my wife and I just purchased a home with an above ground pool surrounded by a deck so it actually looks...
Newdude replied to the thread IC-40 Dead???.
It is what it is and we get it. :)
I'm almost positive you won't be hitting minimum FC also. (y)
Get it at dark for the baseline...
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Richie-Czech replied to the thread Do I even need a valve?.
Okay, I think we are finally on the same page. Sorry, 12am posting might have contributed to potential confusion.
Of course to clean...
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Gnarbrah replied to the thread IC-40 Dead???.
Won’t be able to test in the middle of the day until Saturday unfortunately. If I’d just hurry up and win the lottery I wouldn’t have...
Newdude replied to the thread IC-40 Dead???.
It is certainly a way to skin the cat. 😁
It will however be available to test sooner (tonight) versus waiting a couple days for the...
Lake Placid replied to the thread IC-40 Dead???.
Sounds like we need another chef….🤦♂️. Wouldn’t a proper overnight gain test (now that we know OP is clean) solidify if the SWG is...
Texas Splash replied to the thread Newbie to pools.
Welcome! :wave:
Texas Splash replied to the thread We Have a Winner! TFP Pool of the Month (May 2025) - "Cannonball!" - Family Fun.
Folks, let's congratulate @Webster (Post #4) for being voted as this month's TFP ("Cannonball" - Family Fun) Pool of the Month. @Webster...
Newdude replied to the thread IC-40 Dead???.
It does. Well done.
Let the FC fall back closer to target range. Turn the SWG on at high target (ish). Mess around and find out...