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  1. ajw22

    Removing built in spa

    I think your wife is opening up a can of worms.
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    TF-Pro Salt

    Leave it as it is. The cell is happy. While the Intellichor salt reading is supposed to be temperature-compensated, I find the reported salt level rises as the pool temperature increases.
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    Prevent Rust on Composite Decking from Umbrella Base?

    Spray the feet with Rustoleum rust neutralizer or paint that includes it.
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    Flow From One Return Not Steady

    Is your pool plumbed with all schedule 40 PVC or was flex PVC used in places?
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    PoolMath login

    https://www.troublefreepool.com/wiki/index.php?title=PoolMath_Subscription_not_Working https://www.troublefreepool.com/wiki/index.php?title=PoolMath_Frequently_Asked_Questions
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    Pentair Mastertemp 400 Stack Flue Sensor Immediate Shut down

    If the heater throws an SFS error before the blower runs and the heater starts, the Stack Flue Sensor is bad. Stack Flue Sensors on fairly new heaters are being reported as failing. Get another SFS.
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    Pool heater - time to replace?

    Let's get @swamprat69 thoughts. If you do not mind the heater dying in the middle of the season, then see how long you can push it.
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    Help with power cord replacement

    Welcome to TFP. Post links to cords you are considering buying, and we will critique it. See if you can remove the GFCI plug end from your old cord to determine whether it is feasible to move it to a new cord. I think power cords for pool pumps are limited to 3 feet. You want 14 gauge wire if...
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    Temperature concerns

    The only test that is temperature sensitive is the CYA test. Let the sample warm to room temperature before adding the reagent.
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    Bonding a resin above ground pool

    https://www.troublefreepool.com/blog/2019/01/18/bonding-vs-grounding-2/ In the US a pool bonding grid should NOT be connected to a grounding rod or to electrical service grounds.
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    Problem with Pentair IC40 SWG

    Loosen the two screws in yellow holding the low voltage panel closed and swing it down, and you will find the Surge Card on the back wall.
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    Calcium Hardness Ideal Level

    330 or 340 is the same. Makes no difference which it is. Move on.
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    When my FC is 30 and water temp is cold, 65-70F how valid are other tests?

    The only temperature-sensitive test is CYA. Let the test sample warm to room temperature before adding the reagent. The pH test is not valid when the FC is above 10. Let your FC drop before making any pH adjustments. pH and TA are affected by a closed cover since CO2 cannot off gas. Leave...
  17. ajw22

    Leak from light conduit. (Junction box is 12” higher)

    It has been leaking for a while based on the rusting nut.
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    Jandy PLC1400 Replacement Cost

    Bonding and grounding are two seperate things for different reasons. If the box has an external bonding lug, it should be connected to the bonding grid.
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    Jandy Aquapure problems

    Running your Aquapure at 50% for 8 hours will generate 1.1 ppm of chlorine a day. It sounds to me like your cell is working fine. If you need more chlorine, you need to run the pump longer or the cell at a higher %. What is your CYA? I would think you need more than 1.1 ppm of chlorine per...
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    Problem with Pentair IC40 SWG

    First tip: If you clean the cell with acid every few months, you are reducing its life span. Read SWG How It Works - Further Reading to learn the proper methods of cleaning a cell if it needs it. My guess is you need a new cell.
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    Pentair IC15/Salt Start Up Questions

    Your expectations for what the SWG will do for you are too high. Use liquid chlorine to set a FC level and use the SWG to maintain th3 FC level. It is always good to have some liquid chlorine on hand should you find your FC low.
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    Starting Slam for a friend

    It works if you follow it step by step without shortcuts or improvisation.
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    Starting Slam for a friend

    I suggest you read three times and then follow it instead of making up your own steps.
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    Pool Opening and Converting to Salt

    K-2006C or TFT Test Kits TFT is a better value. None of the automated testers are accurate and reliable.
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    Pool Opening and Converting to Salt

    Sorry, but if you are going to rely on Pool Store testing it will lead you astray. We recommend you do your own testing or we really cannot help you.
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    Pool Opening and Converting to Salt

    Do you have a K-1766 Salt Test kit to test your salt levels?