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    Question on Hayward DE Filter Model Number (Pic Inside)

    I did a Web Browser Search: "how to identify hayward progrid de filter model number from serial number" . . . A workaround to estimate the model number based on filter dimensions. You can use the following method to estimate the filter size based on the measured length from the bottom to the...
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    PH Test

    Your device may not display the "true" color match as I may see with my cataract-corrected eyes . . . :wink:
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    PH Test

    My index card method . . . slide the card up and down to get match. It helps me better than using the thumb method to block above and below. I get a better display for my aging eyes.
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    pH Color Filter.jpg

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    New Owners, First Close

    Welcome! I'll let the experts answer you specifics, but I will comment: Pretty sure the above (y) is not accurate. As I understand it, once mixed in, the chlorine will not separate and "sink". The past two years, I've closed my vinyl liner pool just by waiting until the water temp is below...
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    Closing pool from Oct to April 30-

    Some info to get you started . . . Closing Pool for Winter - Further Reading :)
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    Bought wrong size reagents..?

    No problem. Same concentration. You just get more tests from a 2 oz. bottle than a 3/4 oz. :cool:
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    Testing Salt Water Pools

    Reference: Salt - Further Reading "The most reliable salt test is the Taylor K-1766 Salt Test." (If, salt is all he wants to test...) :lovetfp:
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    58C

    Welcome. I'm confident you'll find this is THE website for information to maintain a Trouble Free Pool! (It is for me.) When you get a chance, Create Your Signature. That will give the responders to your posts a quick view of some vital information and tailor answers without you having to...
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    Pool filter cleaning best practices Hayward

    This article may get you started. DE Filter Use and Care - Further Reading :cool:
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    PH Hovering in the high sevens

    I especially had problems distinguishing the color before my cataract surgery. Similar to the dude, I found it helpful to block as much of the scale as possible so my eyes only saw one comparison. I simply slide the slot in my index card up or down and pick the closest result. A quick back and...
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    pH Color Filter.jpg

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    Oddball idea for skimmer baskets

    Mine fits inside the skimmer body, under the lid. Nothing to step on, except the lid. Zip tie is approximately 1/2 exposed above the water level inside.
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    Oddball idea for skimmer baskets

    I just use a zip tie around my Hayward basket handle (yes, the handle is "upside down". I found it easier to keep the zip tie positioned near the center without excessive tightening) . . . :cool:
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    Skimmer Handle.jpg