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Last weekend, I tested my water with my test kit and at Pinch-a-Penny and Leslie’s. Everything was in range, though chlorine was 3-4 and I prefer to keep it at 5 to guard against algae (In have a lot of trees and moss rock). The manager my Leslie’s store said since my chlorine level was ok, my...

I see now — Overnight Chlorine Loss Test.

Thanks Jim. What is an OCLT?

I would appreciate any ideas on the problem I’m having. Years ago, I replaced the original Pentair cartridges in my Pentair CCP 520 with Pleatco Advanced cartridges — no issues. Recently, after many years with the Pleatco cartridges, I decided it was time for new ones. On Google and Amazon, I...

Thanks. Good point. The outdoor outlet is on the same circuit as part of the house. I may try the GFI outlet in the garage and see if it works.

Thanks Marty

Thanks. Marty and Craig (and anyone else) ... with a 1/2 HP utility pump, is the flow going out of the pool about the same as the fill rate if your fill hose is full on. When I get a new pump, I’ll check it, but just wondering what your experience has been?

Thank you mknauss. I’ll try a Superior Pump 1/3 or 1/2 hp and pump from deep end. If my water level is above skimmers and I put fill hose into shallow skimmer, I guess the fill water will flow out of skimmer into the shallow end since the pump will be off.

I bought a Superior Pump 1/4 hp. It didn’t work — it kept tripping my GFI. I am looking for a different pump. Any suggestions? Also, I read “Drain your pool — further reading” on this forum. Why is it suggested to put the fill hose in the skimmer? Thanks.

Thanks. I’ll read the link.

Hello, I just bought a TF-Pro and I am am new to the group. Since getting a pebble surface in November 2020 (one day application, no second day pressure washing and slurry box), my CH has been 600-700. A couple of weeks ago, I began drawing water in order to replace with new water. The nice...