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I have a Sta-Rite PLM 150. It's pretty old. Has to be original and I'm guessing we are 15-20 years on this pool. I was having issues getting the lid/cover on it. I decided to replace the o-ring. The lid simply won't fit on there with the o-ring. New one or old one. It's like the housing is...

I have a 15000 gallon fiberglass pool. Last year, I had to get a new cover, but it didn't show up until a bunch of leaves fell in it. Like a bunch. I think I'm getting close to getting at least the leaves off the bottom. Of course the water is very dark. I expected that. I'm wondering if there...

Last year I used this Pentair 300 with 3” tabs no problem. This year, they are not dissolving at a rate to keep my chlorine levels where they need to be. I threw some in the skimmer just to see how that does and it still feels like they aren’t dissolving like they did last year. I have the 300...

I’m looking to replace my cartridge filter with a sand filter. I currently have a Sta-Rite PLM 150 with a Pentair Superflo 1HP Single Stage pump. The heater is a Raypak P-M206A. It lools like the pump has a 1.5” outlet and the current filter is 2”. I was looking at the Hayward 22” Sand Filter...

I have a Raypak P-M206A. It says sensor failure on the display but is also reading the water temp correctly. I ordered a new sensor but now am doubting this is the issue. Any other things to check? Also, worked fine last year, and this comes up when I opened it this year. Makes me think I’m...

Well my heater is leaking. It's a Raypak P-M206 (200 BTU) attached to a 15k gallon fiberglass pool. It is original and is probably close to 20 years old. I am suspecting there was water in it that froze this winter. I'm not sure how, it was blown out with the drain cap removed. Either way, I...

Hello, It’s time to replace my pool cover. I currently have a rectangular cover that’s mesh and has anchor straps that affix around screw anchors in the pool deck. I’m in Nebraska so to close it, I lower the water level below the lines and winterize it. Any recommendations on how to proceed?

Hello, I'm trying to blow out my lines and need a little help. I have a blower hooked up to the skimmer line from the skimmer box side (threaded in). Here's the state of my system: Water level below returns, side drain, and skimmer. Cartridge filter removed Drain valve closed Floor drain...

Hi all! My pump went out and am replacing it. The original installer placed the equipment (pump and filter) in a fiberglass box with a lid. Thing looked like a clamshell. At some point, the other house owner removed the lid and cut down the sides of the clamshell to expose everything. Since I...

Hello, I'd like to potentially replace my T20004R1 (60 amp control center/timer) with something that has Wi-Fi capabilities. The current config has the following circuits: (dual 15a) - pump (15a) - heater (20a) - lights and outlets I have found these but they obviously won't work as a drop...

Hello all, First time opening the pool on my own. Thought I got it all nailed down but the pressure isn't enough as it's tripping the pressure switch on the heater. Here's what happens when I get start it all up. Charge the return lines Open filter release valve on Sta-Rite PLM150 Start...

What’s the recommendation on pump run time. Should I schedule it to only run X hours per day or let it run 24x7?

Hello, I'm troubleshooting a leak I have in my pool and I suspect the skimmer. I have one skimmer in my pool. Both holes are open. When I feel into the one that's supposed to be the equalizer, it is filled with sand. I believe it has always been plugged for whatever reason. I bought this pool...

I've attached pictures of this bucket on that's on the side of my pool. Pool came with the house so have no clue what it is. The inlet appears to be blocked off but has a very small leak so water trickles in. First year, the bucket just always stayed filled with water and we ignored it. Well, it...

Hello, Novice here trying to fix my pool lights. They are pretty old and acquired it with house purchase. Here's what works and what I've tried Unit powers on Light works Color wheel turns Cleaned inside of unit. Shop vac, cleaning solution on glass surfaces, etc. I did not touch the ends of...

Hello, First post here. I'm looking to buy a house that has an in-ground pool. The house was built in 1996 and the current owners say the pool was there prior to them buying the house in 2004. Here's what I know: Liner is about 10 years old Heater or pump (can't remember) replaced in 2010 No...