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  1. TechnoGeek

    Pool Blaster Parts

    I have a Pool Blaster Centennial that uses the Battery box PN P21x003LIV2. I found that the small circuit within it with the Relay is bad. in particular the One and only Diode on it. Compatible with the pool vacuums under the following Model Numbers (could be found on the silver sticker on...
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    Can you mount anything to the Upright Support?

    I'm installing a Salt Chlorine Generator a CircuPool RJ-30, and cannot think of a method to mount the control unit. 1. I could mount it to the Upright support column, but is that OK? 2. Mount a 2x8 treated board on the column and then mount to it? 3. I could mount a 4x4 post and mount the...
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    AGP Oval Adding Discharge

    My 18 x 32 Oval currently has the only discharge port about in the middle of the straight edge. I would like to add a second port to get a better flow to allow the skimmer to work better. I want to do this BEFORE I add water for the season. Where would be the best location to put the...
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    Opening then delay question

    I was needing help on Opening, but not totally opening..... I filled my 14000gal above ground with about 50% city water. I left the cover ON, Yes I peeked under, and it was Very clean. I added 1 Gal of 12% Chlorine. Ran the pump for two days. I didn't remove the cover because I will be on...
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    Deck over? or level? or under? the Top Plate

    I'm trying to decide if I should build my new deck over the top plate, at the same Level, or under the edge. I understand there "Must" be room for the Winter Cover of at least an inch gap. Allowing for this gap it seems to me hanging over would be best. The cover could easily fit in between the...
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    Cover Tight or loose?

    First time pool owner..... When I put my cover on it caused me to wonder a few things. I added two 4x4 floats advertised as Winter Floats. I centered them and secured with rope. Added my Cover. From the top rail cap to the water is about 20 inches. Its two inches below the skimmer and One inch...
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    TF-100 refills

    I have a few items in my TF-100 that will not last the coming summer. Should I wait to purchase when I actually need them or at the beginning of summer? I read on another post that the agents may not be acurate after they are 18 months old from date of purchase, is that true or just a general...
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    I don't know quat!

    I am preparing for the Closing, and purchased what was advertised as Polyquat. I got an Algaecide called "GLB Algimycin 600" The Active Ingredients are: Poly[oxyethylene(dimethyliminio)ethylene(dimethylimino)ethylene dichloride] 60% and Other Ingredients 40% :confused: Is this what is being...
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    Please help with Water

    Above Ground 15K Gal After a Hard Rain I had to let out about 2.5 inches of water. I checked the Chlorine level it was 1 ppm the PH was 7.0 I raised the PH to 7.5 and raised the chlorine to 8 ppm other levels were TA=130 CH=325 CYA=41 The Water got very cloudy with a tint of green. I vacuumed...
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    Winter Pool Cover education needed....

    I am Assuming my above ground pool should be covered for the winter. Here it is not uncommon to get -5 to -10 below for awhile. but mostly 10 to 25 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter. What are some of the features to look for in a winter cover? Thickness, Oversized to hang over by how much? What...
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    I need clarification on TF-100 tests

    Using the FT-100 kit. Testing for TA The procedure says to add 25 ml of pool water, then 2 drops of R-0007, swirl, add 5 drops of R-0008, swirl. count as you add R-0009 while swirling between drops. when it changes to Pink, Am I supposed to continue adding drops? the instructions seem to say to...
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    How do you block water at Skimmer

    On an Above Ground Pool, I need to clean the basket at the pump. I tried to block the incoming water from the skimmer but cannot do it very well. I do a very good job of making mud puddles though!! :D Do I have to put a valve on the line coming from the skimmer? :confused: suggestion? Pictures...
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    New Guy with new Pool

    Hi, just found this while searching for help and really liked it so i registered. I just completed my First Pool setup. A Oval 18x33x52. The Ground is level within 1/4 inch anywhere thanks to a borrowed transit. The elevation required me to dig down about 25 inches on one end to get it level on...