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    IC40 SWCG Installation

    Be interesting to hear how they fix unit. Install looks very clean. I have no idea if mounting on angle is problem or not. Quite some time ago I sent email to Pentair with some questions about cell mounting and got this response. Does not mention mounting at angle...
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    IC40 SWCG Installation

    If the flow LED is red then the salt status lights will continue to cycle. Nothing will change until the flow LED is green. Manual has a troubleshooting section in the back. Easy things would be to ensure all valves are in proper position, no debris in blocking flow switch. Switch in located...
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    IC40 SWCG Installation

    Since you seem to have timers not automation center to power IC40 there should be separate power supply box that also needs to be installed. The power supply box can be wired to use 110 or 220. Mine came set up for 220 when new. Installation manual has instruction on how to wire power supply...
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    replacing 1hp pump with 1hp whisperflow 2 speed.

    Pump speed is controlled by automation control system. Runs on high for first three minutes of a timed cycle and/or when the automation system activates solar heat. Low is activated when hi is not required. My automation system is homegrown but I believe just about any pool automation control...
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    replacing 1hp pump with 1hp whisperflow 2 speed.

    Last year our electric utility was offering $200 rebates to change to 2 speed pool pumps. Rebate was good for complete pump or replacement motor as Mark suggested. If my memory is correct, cost for motor and relay needed to control speeds was about $300. So with rebate net was $100, payoff...
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    Any risks to upgrading motor size?

    Replacment part list for pump can be found here:http://www.haywardnet.com/pdfs/replace_pdfs/114Hay2009.pdf Scroll to bottom of page and you will find impellers are matched to motor HP. Pump performance data is here http://www.haywardnet.com/inground/products/displayProd.cfm?ProductID=11 As...
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    Unable to prime pump - new setup

    Might want to review specifications on Hayward's web site, http://www.haywardnet.com/inground/products/displayProd.cfm?ProductID=224 Under the Features section: +Self-priming (suction lift up to 8 feet of water level)
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    Inline thermometers--Why are they so expensive?

    Not sure if your use case but have you considered infrared thermometers such as this or one of these?
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    SWG Question

    Are you saying all I have to do to cure this type of infestation is to turn up the percentage on the SWG? :lol:
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    Dolphins VS Aquabot

    Dolphin brand is owned by Maytronics LTD. Maytronics is an Israeli company. My Dolphin has a made in Israel label. Service in US is handled by Maytronics USA. My Dolphin is two years old. Had an issue with wall climbing at first, contacted Maytronics USA and they sent different floats. No...
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    Advice? replacing pool / spa controller - Jandy ji 200

    Maybe something from Intermatic would fit your needs. Basic timer is not real expensive. Linkto give some idea of cost.
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    Advice? replacing pool / spa controller - Jandy ji 200

    Goods news is you have several options, bad news is picking one. JasonLion's options work well and seem to be the least expensive. Woollybully’s option of Jandy 7092 will give you a modern very functional unit. Jandy also has model # PDACONVJ PDA Conversion Kit that you should be able to...
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    Advice? replacing pool / spa controller - Jandy ji 200

    Have you looked into conversion kits? Jandy web page
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    Solar Heating kit from soup to nuts

    I did not use Hot Sun, did the design and install myself. Do know two others who did use Hot Sun, they are happy with results. I have about 60% coverage that works well. Get 10 to 15 degree rise without cover.
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    Solar Heating kit from soup to nuts

    Hot Sun has extensive site with lots of information. They will work with you to design and price a system based on your requirements. Not sure about ground frames but you could ask.