Recent content by Mike_I

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    Shaft Seal compatibility for Black & Decker 2HP VS pump

    This post is to publish that the US Seal PS-3868 (ozone/SWG) is compatible with Black & Decker 2HP VS pump. I had a hard time finding info on which seal to install as I didn't want to go with the stock seal again. I just installed PS-3868 today and it's working so far. I run my pump 24/7 on...
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    Black and Decker variable speed pump seal

    Based on them telling you that PS-201 would work, I just ordered PS-3868, which is the upgraded version of PS-201. I hope it fits. This is going to be my 2nd time replacing the seal on my BD 2hp pump, hopefully this time it will work longer than 1 year
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    New 2HP Black and Decker VS pump rattle, is this normal?

    Yes, Poolpartstogo was responsive. I'm glad that you sorted your problem out.
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    New 2HP Black and Decker VS pump rattle, is this normal?

    The pump was replaced and the new one has no issues.
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    CircuPool RJ60 Hacking the temperature sensor

    I'm in WA, It's winter now and algae are growing slow. My SWG is not generating any chlorine due to temperature lock (65). I put in the SWG so I don't have to chase down liquid chlorine any longer and it has worked great until it shut down due to low temperature. If I am able to run it at 10%...
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    CircuPool RJ60 Hacking the temperature sensor

    Hello, I got CircuPool RJ60 SWG and it shuts production when the temperature is below 65F. My pool water temperature is in the 40s now and the algae are still growing - the pool is getting greener. Does anyone know of a way to disable the temperature sensor so I can get some chlorine in to clear...
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    New 2HP Black and Decker VS pump rattle, is this normal?

    Thank you, I emailed them (Pool Parts To Go)
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    New 2HP Black and Decker VS pump rattle, is this normal?

    Hello, I just finished installing a 2hp VS pump and after an hour of running it developed a rattle, I then removed the impaler and cleaned it but that didn't fix the problem. When I rotate the fan in the back of the pump, with impaler taken off, the motor makes a click / clunk once every...
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    Relocating waste line

    Hello, I'm thinking of moving my waste line to the side, in order to clear up some space for my new pump. The problem is that 2" 90 deg elbow is too close to the multi port valve. If I cut the 90 deg elbow and leave the straight part of it attached to the valve, is there a fitting that would...
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    Lights dead, conduit rusted out

    I'm leaving brass conduit from the access box by the pool to the light niche alone since that one seems to have no rust or leaks. Also, that one is buried under ground and should keep providing bonding. I'll also run ground wire (along with hot and neutral) from the breaker to the access box and...
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    Main Drain closed intentionally or clogged

    Thank you, just placed an order for 2 weir doors, didn't know they were compatible with my skimmers
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    Main Drain closed intentionally or clogged

    I might try and stick a camera on a cable through that grate and check it out. The water just needs to warm up a bit before I go in
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    Main Drain closed intentionally or clogged

    James, you are right about gazillion years, the grate looks like this
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