Newdude said:

Why do you run medium

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Newdude said:

Why do you run medium speed ?

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Well I’m assuming the pool gets more turnover when I run it at medium speed, thus creating better filtration? I remember my PB told me something along those lines.

Why do you run medium speed ?

Jimrahbe said:

Ago,

Why do you do this??? What is your goal?

You just need to find the speed that keeps your flow switch on..

Thanks,

Jim R.

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I run the pump for 12 hours on low just to keep the water moving. It’s cheap enough that I don’t notice a giant spike on my water bill.

Wait. There’s no need to rush.

Also, I highly recommend that you make sure your pool has an independent suction port like how it would be designed if you used a suction side vacuum. It can be added now to the design and it shouldn’t cost all that much extra (it’s just some extra PVC pipes and a valve) . Every pool, EVERY POOL, should have the ability to run a manual vacuum head without having to plug one into the skimmer. Robots and cleaners are great but they break and manual vacuuming is sometimes quicker and easier than rolling out the robot. It’s certainly your call, but I have always appreciated being able to manually clean my pool even when using robots or suction cleaners.

/rant-off

You definitely want a 3 way diverter so you can vac to waste, otherwise half goes back in the pool. Also, draining will take a little longer with a T.

Newdude said:

*after the rain.

I manipulate the weather with my pool water level. If i want a big storm to fizzle out before it gets to me, I lower before and *poof*, I have to add water. If I want us to get a ton of rain because the grass needs it, I leave the pool full and *poof* i need to drain 6 inches. #lifehack. #Murphysucks.

My PB gave me a 3 way between the pump and cartridge filter for draining on my first pool before I knew anything about anything. I didn't use it often but when I did it really really came in handy. It's also great for vac to waste after big storms (kill 2 birds lowering the pool and getting rid of the crud) or heavy cleanup in the spring after slacking or being closed for the winter.

But yeah. It was high on the priority list for pool #2 after moving.

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Do you think I need something like a Jandy 3 way valve for that, or can I just use a T, with a valve on the drain side only?

Bperry said:

Prices going down in an inflationary market is something to look into.

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Likely just a matter of the sg pro was thier flagship model 3 generations ago and has been knocked off the top rung by the s1 series

Exhaust gas temperature limit:

The exhaust gas temperature limit monitors the flue gas temperature above the heat exchanger and trips if temperature rises high enough to indicate that the heat exchanger has been damaged and is no longer transferring heat to the pool water effectively.

If this limit trips, effort must be made to rectify the situation that has damaged the heat exchanger.

This is generally due to low water flow, poor water chemistry, or a combination of these and other factors.

Replace the limit as well as the heat exchanger before operating the unit again.

Running the unit without replacing the heat exchanger after this limit trips could damage the entire unit and will not be covered by Hayward’s warranty.

To replace the exhaust gas temperature limit:

1. Turn pump, gas supply, and heater power “OFF”.

2. Remove the upper end cap on the header side of the unit (see Figure 8).

3. Unplug the two wires from the exhaust gas temperature limit located in the flue collector panel above the middle of the header.

4. Unscrew the (2) screws securing the limit to the panel and remove the limit and gasket.

5. Place the new limit and gasket in place and reverse the above steps to complete the procedure.

Call Marina Pool and Spa. They can give you the best recommendations based on your needs, they keep up on all the models. They have been good to TFP members. Oh, and because they are brick and mortar, you get the full warranty.

As for dust/dirt, you might find a model with "fine filter" option to be best for you...

[email protected]
303-985-0077

SeaLake said:

$5,000 to $6,000 per month

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$5000 per month.
-400$ CPO Certification
-600-1000$ for inspection prep and pool inspection.

Leaves $3600-4000 / month in maintenance.
$120-133 / day.
$60-65 per visit, if twice a day.
Not sure how they make much money at that rate.
Does the 5-6K include all other maintenance expenses (pool pump repair etc.?)?
Does the expense include all the chemicals?
Does the maintenance company take all the liability of non-compliance...that alone may be worth the expense...

We put ours obnoxiously front and center to see it all the time. I was worried about the dogs falling through the ice the couple of times it freezes each year so we got a safety cover. The dogs were ripping the brand new cover so I had to safety fence the area to protect the cover which was meant to protect the dogs.

Not only do I want to enjoy looking at the pool, I really really want to stop looking at the keepaway9000.



I hear ya.

That’s a great idea to start around April especially if there’s any issues. It’ll be the earliest I ever opened my pool. Use to do it first week of June (before the heater) But I want as much time with the pool as I can get!!

Yeah I have drainage close to the pad, I'll throw a 3 way valve after the pump and before the filter for draining purposes.

Tough call. You can install a standalone SWG like a saltron but it'll be a couple/several hundred versus what you were paying. It's still probably cheaper than a whole new system though, so there is that.

Brian.O1484 said:

Speak for yourself I think the whole planning of this, and the mechanics is more exciting than a fancy chair!

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I was more referring to the spouse / CFO who ultimately needs to approve the budget.

I assure you I was fangirl-ing over it while she did similar at the patio furniture store.

Newdude said:

But the plumbing/equipment is the backbone of the trouble free operation. It's not exciting like fancy lounge chairs or pretty decking, so it's usually where folks skimp.

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Speak for yourself I think the whole planning of this, and the mechanics is more exciting than a fancy chair! . I'm sure I may think differently of that once we break ground but we'll see!

Ahultin said:

True - plus with aiper the longer you wait the cheaper ot gets lol - I beleive the sg pro was ~1100 on release ~700 when I bought it and ~350 now

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Prices going down in an inflationary market is something to look into.