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    General 2-speed wiring questions

    Hi, I have a 27' round with a 1.5 HP pump and am considering downsizing to a 1 HP pump, and I like the idea of a 2-speed. I have been looking at the Pentair OptiFlo 1 HP dual speed, model #340071. I notice that it comes with a twist-lock plug, which is what I currently have with my 1.5 HP...
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    Liquid chlorine storage over winter

    I know that chlorine has a half-life and the higher the concentration the more unstable (i.e. shorter the half life) but hear me out... I have a case (4 gallons) of 12.5% left this season AND I was just passing through my local supermarket where I usually purchase my chlorine from and they are...
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    Proper system components for a 27' round

    Hi, I purchased an above ground pool "package" last spring that consisted of a 27' round (~18,500 gal), a Hayward 1.5 HP single speed pump rated at 70 GPM and a Hayward C100 cartridge filter which is rated at 100 GPM. All connected with 1.5" plumbing. 1 skimmer, 1 return. By my calculations...
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    Oversized pump?

    Just purchased a pool this year (but not a newbie pool owner). Pool pkg came with a 1.5 HP, 70 GPM Power-Flo LX Hayward pump for a 27' round, 54" pool. Is this pump oversized for my pool and if so, to the point that I should be concerned about damage to components? I also have a Hayward...