Recent content by glr

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    DE filter questions

    Sounds like I am about 6.5 scoops short (3.5 lbs) or so. When I back washed this weekend I put around 8 scoops in. Thanks.
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    DE filter questions

    I apologize if this is in the wrong forum but I have a couple questions regarding DE filters. First I have an 16.5k pool with a 1k spa attached this is cleaned by a Hayward Pro-Grid DE 6020. I am wondering if there are any recommendations for how long to back wash. I have the back wash...
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    Pool - Spa circulation & questions

    I have an Aqualogic PS-8 and would like to set it up with two cycles, one to filter the pool only and one to run for an hour in spill over mode. The only problem is I can't find anyway to do this with the controller, it is either spill mode or pool mode. The pool was filled on June 6th so it...
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    Pool - Spa circulation & questions

    I have a 18k pool and a 8' dia spa w/ spill way. I currently circulate the water for 10 hrs per day in the spill over mode. I have read that aerating the water will increase the ph levels which I would assume the spill over from the spa to the pool (12" drop) would qualify. It is a new pool...
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    Resetting/Recalibrating Goldline/Hayward SWG Panel

    I have an aqualogic PS-8 controller with salt cell attached are there similar instructions for recalibrating. My cell reads anywhere from 300 to 600 different than both salt strips and when I have tested at the pool store. Goldine has told me this is acceptable? Thanks. 18k pebbletec w/...
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    new pool chemical balance questions

    I just completed an owner build pool and have some questions about why I am having such a hard time with PH & Alkalinity. The pool is a pebbletec with Salt system and a spill way spa. Pool is around 16500 gallons and spa is around 1000. I can't seem to put enough acid in to keep the ph below...