Recent content by Davejavu

I don't see why not (as long as there is not anything particularly wrong with the water). I would start by balancing the pH and bringing the tub to SLAM FC. Then drain it into the pool.

What type of information are you looking for? I built my own IGP and just searched for specific topics if I wanted information. Also, take a look at this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajqPOmxAIPc

If you have a multiport valve, make sure it's set to filter, not recirculate. Otherwise, it's time to inspect your filter cartridges for a tear.

NM-B (non-metallic sheathed cable) (Romex) cable is required to be in conduit by National Electrical Code 2011 when there is danger from physical damage. However, when in conduit, the ampacity is reduced due to the lack of cooling by ambient air. Hopefully, the cable in use here is not Romex...

They are essentially using a script, so turn it around and do the same to them. Try, "Thanks for the advice. But I have my own plan for treating my pool. I have a professional grade test kit and I test my own water. I only add common chemicals such as bleach, acid and borax. Thanks for...

Re: STUPID newbie question!! If you are not comfortable with electrical wiring, then call an electrician. But if you are a DIYer, then it's pretty easy. According to the manual, the SWG is an auto voltage detect device and can be connected to 120v or 240v. Here are the steps: - Disconnect the...

Here's my guess...When you restrict flow with the vacuum closest to the pump, then the other skimmer sucks much harder. If there is an air leak in the far skimmer, then the pump is sucking harder so more air gets sucked in. As a side note, with the vacuum in the farther skimmer, the resistance...

A is used to bypass the heater. B and C are suction lines (skimmer(s), main drain or vacuum port). The suction lines can vary in different pools. It's a pretty crazy looking setup, so these are my best guesses.

Drain bladders can work, but a lot of times they do not. Depending on what is clogging the pipe, the water you inject into the pipe could easily flow through the clog and will have little effect on removing it. Other times, it works great. Drain snakes almost always work. However you attempt...

If there is a clog, you could use a drain snake. But, you would want to buy something brand new and hand powered...something like this: http://www.lowes.com/pd/Cobra-1-2-in-x-50-ft-Music-Wire-Drain-Auger/999908747

If you want borates in your pool, skip the Borax and use granular boric acid. You don't need muriatic acid, just add it straight. Pool Math will tell you how much to add. One of the cheapest places online to get it is Duda Diesel: https://www.dudadiesel.com/search.php?query=boric

Consider getting a Taylor SpeedStir to make it a lot easier: You can get it at TFTestKits.com or at Amazon

Before setting up the pool, perhaps you should make sure your son is not allergic to the standard chemicals you will use when maintaining a backyard pool. It would be a shame to invest all that time and effort to find that you cannot use it. Try finding someone with a private pool that's...

Swirl the vial while adding the drops. If there is still color, swirl some more. If it won't go away, add more drops. You'll get the hang of it quickly.

I still recommend that you watch your skimmers anyways to make sure the box does not go dry at the same time the pump sucks air. If all is good there, then you could try some of the diagnostic other tips.