Recent content by Dave R

In that case, I would add a couple of swivels. You can buy them separately--just make sure you get the right size. They will go a long way toward preventing wrapping and tangling.

My Letro JetVac has done great service for about 18 years. But its no longer available, and parts are drying up. What's a good replacement? Here are the specs on my setup. Pool: 18X36, about 25,000 gallons. Square shape, radiused corners, one set of steps that would occasionally hang up the...

Most hoses have swivels in them. The swivels allow one portion of the line to twist without the twist traveling all through the line. How many swivels does your hose have, and how long is it? FYI, swivels do wear out. I'm replacing one in my hose today. When a swivel wears out: 1. It no...

Sooo..... I ran the heater for a few hours today to get the temp where i need it for tomorrow (big celebration.) Watched it carefully. Seemed to be significantly more efficient than the previous day, and ran flawlessly. Tomorrow I'll replace the thermostat.

Don't know much about heat pumps. The price of the heater seems real good from here. You already have a propane tank? Unless propane is expensive and electricity is cheap where you are, sounds like a good deal. OTOH, that heater might be a bit small for your pool. Mine is 18x36 and we use a...

Good idea, danpik.

Using the heater for the first time this year. Two related issues: 1. It makes a groaning noise when heating. 2. I got a HL 2 code twice, and the heater stopped heating for a few minutes, then resumed. Looking at the troubleshooting guide in the manual, and other online sources, HL2 code is...