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    Pentair FNS DE filter and DE in pool

    I believe I have DE in the pool since when I run my brush on the bottom there seems to be a light cloud of debris on the bottom. I took apart my filter and noticed the rubber plug with screen that is attached to the internal air bleed tube on the manifold was off and loose. Would that cause DE...
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    Can I install pool return jets

    My pool is older and the pool returns on the walls are just pvc pipes that are cut flush with the plaster. I want to install pool return jets specifically so I can mount pool fountains to the jets to cool water at night. Is it possible to install a return jet given this? Also, my pvc pipe...
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    Intermatic Pool Timer Wiring

    I have a timer that does not seem to work correctly. The manual on off switch does not work, the pump is always on. The timer works, just not the switch. At first I thought I had a bad timer and bought a new one to replace it. The same behavior was happening on the new one as the old one. I...
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    Installing fountains on pool returns

    I wanted to install Artic Rain pool fountains (Affordable, Attractive Pool Cooling System) on my return jets to cool pool water. I believe this uses a standard return jet that is threaded. My pool has just a tube as the return, no threads. Is there a way to install these?
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    Intermatic Timer ON OFF Manual switch not working

    I left my Intermatic Timer open during a rainstorm and now the manual timer on off switch does not work. The GFCI tripped at the breaker so I assume there was a short with the water. Now, The pump is always on and I have to switch the breaker to turn pump off. I removed the timer dial and...
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    Replace ball valve with Jandy Valve

    I want to replace an old ball valve with a new Jandy no lube valve. Should I put a union on each end of the new valve? Can I use a union from Home Depot or does it need to be pool specific? Thanks