Recent content by My_Hoosier_Pool

First, I love my new test kit. However, I have a pretty simple but important question that the forum could probably answer. When do I stop adding drops during the TA test:confused:? Is it when the water just turns the first shade of red (pinkish) or is it when I have added two or three more...

TroubleFreePat, did you make the plunge into a heat pump DYI project?

Casey, Just so this thread can be put to rest (even though I didn't get much help) I did solve my problem. I read on an unrelated post that running the variable speed pump with the multiport valve set to recirculate, clears up air in the pipes and pump filter basket. I tried that tonight and...

I changed my search criteria (for research) and have found plenty of information on stuck check valves. If that is not the cause, I guess I start over on my checklist of potential causes.

I need some forum help. I installed a Pentair Thermalflo heat pump and have been trouble shooting since it was first turn on. I will try to keep my narrative short while including what has already been done. The error code that shuts down the unit is "high refrigerant pressure." I...

I am no expert or advanced technician. I liked the job though. The plumbing was fairly easy but the measuring was tricky at times. Use schedule 40 PVC and quality primer and cement. The only other thing I can think of from my own experience (and maybe help save you a trip or two to the local...

I just installed my own Pentair Thermalflo. It was a used unit and I have my own set of issues. However, for all intents and purposes, The install was straight forward. What questions do you have?

I got the air issue fixed. I needed to re-lube the o-ring on the pump. Also, I think Dave is right about the rpm being too high during auto prime. I changed the setting for max rpm to 2800 and changed the prime setting to 3 minute "do or die" and the air pocket disappeared and the unit primes...

Re: Pump Basket Won't Fill The reply before mine was on 5/5/14. I think Member Poollife and I are looking to find answers to the same problem with the same new pump. I was hoping for a reply from Ed (who had the original post and issue). I'll keep reading more in the Pumping Station and...

Re: Pump Basket Won't Fill I installed a Hayward SP3400VSP a few weeks ago. I am having the same issue as described above. I have +2" of water in the pump basket. My return pipes are also 1 1/2" diameter. How has anyone resolved this issue?

I will strongly consider just upgrading the pad to 2". That would solve the majority of my questions and concerns. I think your comment about the 90 degree turns is key. I don't have an over-abundance of space available to me. The pipes will turn several times before moving back to the...

Thanks for the initial feedback. Hopefully I can articulate my ideas and requested feedback a little better. My existing piping is 1 1/2". The new equipment will have 2" unions but the sand filter (existing) and bypass value have 1 1/2" unions. I will need to increase the pipe size and...

Good Morning TFP, I live in Indiana and am excited to get started on a new pool project once the weather breaks....assuming it ever breaks. I am installing a Pentair Thermalflo heat pump and a hayward sp3400vsp pump. The heat pump will be an addition while the pump will just replace the...