Recent content by Jmpjack

So first of all I want to thank everyone for your help. Believe it or not, I as able to fix the filter flow problem by adding D.E. I assume it was so low that it wasn't able to filter very well. I added 4 scoops and the pool has been working flawlessly for the past 5 days, with swimmers and...

So I'm going to SLAM. However, what should I do about my current filter restriction so it works properly throughout the process? Should I pull my grids and soak them in bleach for awhile and then add fresh D.E. prior to starting the process? Also, is laundry grade bleach ok to use or do I need...

As far as the clarity goes, yes it it's crystal, no haze at all. However there is brown patches on the sides of the pool that I assume is algae. I will do the OCLT test after the holiday. That would make sense after reading about that test bc my pool eats through chlorine like a snack. I have...

I'm all ears, this problem has kicked my butt up and down. How could I test for such a thing?

The pool is clear my numbers as of this morning are: FC - 3/6 pH - 6.8 TA - 40 TH - 400 CYA - 30-50 - - - Updated - - - The grid's are less than 2 weeks old. I tried the acid wash on previous set and it didn't help which lead me to purchase new ones. They are directly from Pentair also...

I have a Pentair whisperflo pump and an fns plus 48 d.e. filter setup. The problem is that my returns completely lose flow and the pressure in the housing gets up to 25-30psi. There are 3 valves on the suction side: -main drain -skimmers -pool/spa Ive rebuilt and sealed all 3 valves. I've...