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    Finally a heater

    Yeah, no cover here either and the free form/kidney she of our pool does not lend itself to a neat solution. And it’s probably not your old eyes failing because I’m referring to the Hayward owners manual from 2009 that is linked to the site I’m getting Heat Pro information. I see you are...
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    Finally a heater

    My pump routine has been based on keeping the water clean, 5 or so hours per day along with the cleaner going 3 hours or so. I realize that pump run time will increase, most likely, dramatically and that makes me wonder how run times can be made more economical through lower electric usage. I’m...
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    Finally a heater

    ajw22, thanks for your help. Page 8 of the Heat Pro owners manual mentions a “1/3 lb” check valve. I have never seen any valve referenced as a 1/3lb . Is that the force necessary to open or close the check, just curious. Do I take it that I should have two check valves, one on the pump inlet and...
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    Finally a heater

    My first post here was on the Introductory Forum this morning and I hope I’m not being obnoxious by posting a repeat in this forum, but I’m seeking some advice on how to proceed with installing a new heat pump heater. Good morning. Here are our pool specs. Installed in 2000 24,000 gallons...
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    Finally getting a heater

    Good morning. Here are our pool specs. Installed in 2000 24,000 gallons 17’x37’ Mountain Lake by Cardinal Systems Hayward 2 hp single speed Super Pump Hayward 60 sq. ft. DE filter Hayward in-line tab chlorinator Polaris 380 cleaner All 2” PVC piping (unfortunately flex underground) After 23...