Recent content by rydergillen

It is actually right next to it! It is taking up the space I would have used for a heat pump. How does that work in fall? I dont usually run my A/C during that time of year

I have a 400a panel You are right about my solar array... I could always expand it. My biggest challenges are 1) no gas line near the pool equipment. 2) space is an issue (a heater usually requires 2' clearance on front, 1' clearance on sides) Given these constrains I am unsure what my...

I think my pool is around 15k gallons... there is a 92k BTU model I could get instead. The heat pumps take up a large amount of space (this is somewhat an issue)

Yes true some do up in the mountains... but I live near Sacramento... most I get is some ice on the windshield of my car a few times a year.

I have been looking into different heating solutions for my pool. Some option such as gas seem quite expensive both in equipment and monthly cost. Since I live in California and the winters are relatively mild I have been considering using the following strategy. - use a pool cover to keep...

I am in California so I do not need to winterize the pool.

As part of my pool renovation I decided to add a 2nd skimmer. The primary skimmer is connected to the pool drain. The new skimmer location will be on the opposite side of the pool. My plan is to have both skimmers 'connect' (via Y) about 30' away... with another 15' until the pool pump (so 45'...

I looked up the specifications to Pentair #522353... " The EasyTouch PL4 control system is a four-circuit system designed for a single body of water, while the EasyTouch PSL4 system is a four-circuit system designed to control a pool/spa combination " The PL4 (P = Pool)... whereas the ones...

Yes my plan was to move the valves via the easy touch. Basically I would like the easy touch to control all the day-to-day stuff and then leave the drain to waste as a manual option. I am wary of 'over automating' everything (seems like more stuff that will break)... but don't want to be out...

Regarding the PL4 EasyTouch Control System... I was not aware that the L stood for lite. I researched the systems before I bought, there were a lot of very similar bundles to choose from. Because Pentair only offers 60 Warranty if installed by a non-professional & purchased from a retailer (not...

I am renovating my pool and have purchased all new equipment; I plan to relocate the the equipment in the process. I have dug out and exposed all the old PVC piping so I can re-route it to the new equipment location (behind pool shed). I still need to purchase the diverter values, etc.. to...

- It looks like there dozens of minor patches of plaster that are in need of repair (Images A & B) - The walls of the pool are covered in dark brown/black grime/mildew? (Image: C...I think this is what an acid wash will fix) - I recently installed a fence that required digging 4' postholes. I...