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I picked up an Intermatic Digital timer model HB800RCH at HD. It has two receptacles and rated 15A and 1800w. Haven't installed it yet but, has plenty of program options.

My bumpers have never rested completely on the pool wall, until a swimmer puts their weight on it ti climb out. Never seemed to be an issue to me. Getting the top rung level with the surface has been the only adjustments I make.

Some vacuums have a pressure relief valve on the connector. If yours has one it may have failed.

Re: A couple of tips I thought everybody knew. Anybody got some Keep a lobby broom and dust pan (the dust pan on a pole) in the pump area or other handy place. Take a daily walk around the pool deck sweeping up any leaves or whirlybirds. You can sweep them up now, or end up scooping them out...

Jason and Sean, I had read the previous posts, but that was before I was looking at my application. It didn't register :oops: Sideways could work. Hmmmmm. Looking very tempting. Thanks guys. Dave

Would there be any problems installing the manifold inverted (upside down from what is normally pictured)? I have plenty of clearance to do it this way.

When I'm faced with this situation, I use it as an opportunity to backkwash the filter, and take it down to the top of the skimmer.

Thanks for the reply. I will try the tape first. I assume I need to get enough bite to hold seal in place?

Are there any down sides to collecting a plastic cup of pool water and running the test indoors in the kitchen? Would the indoor lighting, if testing at night, affect the readings? Any other problems? Thanks Dave

I have 30 + lights of different configurations. here are some things I've learned: They are just accent lighting, don't expect to much from them for general illumination; The really need to be in full sun all day; Keep the solar panels wiped off. The batteries supplied are usually junk right...

After suffering mysterious water loss, we found it leaking at the light ring from a stripped screw. we used some window caulking strip to temporarily stop it last season but it's not a permanent fix. Would replacing with a larger SS screw (same length) be the proper fix?