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    Can I bypass a Polaris booster pump if it is removed?

    My Polaris pump died and kind friend is going to give me his since he now uses a robot. What plumbing operations and parts are required to bypass his booster pump once it is removed. Thanks!
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    Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus vs. Triton PS

    I have been communicating with Seth and Margaret at Marina for several weeks. Good customer service so far. As recommended by some here, I want to purchase a S200, but Marina said they may not be available until late July 2021. My old Polaris 280 and its pump are hanging on by their...
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    Polaris pump gets power but only makes humming sound.

    I only run my Polaris occasionally during peak season about every other day for an hour or less. The Polaris pump motor ran normally a few days ago. Today, I flipped the manual switch for the Polaris pump it and it sounded completely different than usual. It only made a humming sound and I...
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    Pump not running and 20 degrees F

    Cold night, for us last night. I don't close pool in winter, I run the pump when <35F and this has worked good for several years. Sometimes have difficulty getting basket/pot lid to seal and prime. Power was going on and off about every 20 minutes early this morning. The lid NEVER seals and...
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    Tile veneer repair help request.

    Gunite pool looks pretty good but three tiles around inside perimeter of pool popped off recently. Tiles are about 4" square and are thankfully intact. I purchased mastic, but am unsure if I should get a chisel or grinder to remove old material so tiles will be even with surrounding tiles. I...
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    Persistent cloudy pool :(

    Struggling to get pool clear. Clarifier(I know, I know.) helps a bit but I have not seen drain in deep end for several days. Weeks ago had algae issue that finally have under control. Just bought 25# of shock/75% chlorine (I know, I know.) that was 20% off pool store's regularly inflated...