Recent content by Capt_EA

I will get pics of the pumps and spec plates. What automation are you talking about using? The previous owner did not leave a robot vacuum. Maybe that pipe was installed for a cleaner and never plumbed into the system. If that's the case I will have it done as that would seem to be easier for...

Anyone know what the unused line could be?

Still going back to that unknown line. I found that a pipe comes out of the ground by the pool equipment and is capped off. The cap was not glued. I blew in the line and it did discharge into te pool at the threaded plug just below the water line. What is this for or what could it be used for?

My friend has a saltwater pool and takes the water to a local pool store weekly to get checked. They said all was fine. My sons go swimming there and a couple weeks ago one said his eyes burned and after today one of the swimming suits had a very strong chlorine smell. Attached is the pool...

I took the cap off that hole and tried different variations of the valves and pumps. I had no suction from that hole. Still not sure what it is.

What type of automated system, any specific examples?

Hey all. I am purchasing a home that has a pool. The pool was one of the main reasons for the home purchase. I've been going to google and YouTube university and learning as much as I can about pools and my specific pool/equipment. I think I'm getting a grasp but there are still many questions...