Recent content by jodiboyd

My understanding is you should turn off the pool pump before opening the pump basket and sticking a hand in there.

Re: Intermatic timer quit working I had the same issue about a month ago. I purchased the replacement Intermatic timer from Home Depot and was able to install it myself in about 30 minutes. Be sure to turn off the breaker at the main fuse box. Before disconnecting any wiring take the time...

Thank you, everyone, for taking the time to read and answer my post. AGREED - hiring a plumber is the way to go!

Exactly what would I accomplish by connecting together the two heater pipes? I apologize for my confusion.

Our in-ground pool, Nautilus DE Filter, and Laars Heater were installed in July 1969. The Laars heater has been turned off and inoperable since at least 2001, but it was left in place. The DE filter is still sending water through the heater, and the returned water is causing rust spots on...