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Hello, I replaced my IC40 after 9 years with the IChlor 30 from Pentair. I bought it on Ebay but after 1 week there is no power. I have done the following: 1. Checked the connections from the IChlor to the Power Center to ensure they are snug and secure. 2. I have checked the breaker box...

Hello, Just wanted to share found Pool Salt for $2.10 at Lowes in Fresno CA. http://http://www.lowes.com/pd_15203-62226-N/A_0__?productId=3158693 I had to do a partial drain on my pool due to high CH levels :cool:

I have The Pool Cleaner and I notice that every once in a while its not moving at all. The pump is on, return jets are working, but the pool cleaner is still. The only way to get it to move without turning off my pump is to manually move the Jandy valve (I am guessing the one that controls the...

Hi, I hope this is not a dumb question but here goes. I have noticed that my pump appears to have gotten less efficient in its ability to pump water. I was told by the manufacturer that this variable speed pump calculates the rpm on the following: Gallons per minute, How many turnovers of...

Hello, I have a Pentair Clean and Clear Plus 420 with 4 Cartridges. I had the pool built in 2008 and have had the same cartridges since. I have cleaned them often and once with TFP. At what point should I replace them? There are no tears but they look discolored (yellowish). I recently...

I have IC40 that has yellow light and green light blinking. I have removed to do acid wash according to Pentair's instructions but no bubbling. I did see some scaling or some substance on the metal plates. I tried the acid wash and then tried some dish soap. Any recommendations on how to...

Hi, I have had a yellow / brownish spot near my main drain in my pool. The spot has been there for about two years before I knew about TFP. I did not think much of it in the past since I did overnight loss test and only lost about 0.5 on my FC. What is the best way to determine what kind...

Hello, I just wanted to double-check on doing a partial drain. According to the Pool Calculator I will need a 40% drain in order to follow the recommended levels for SWG by TFP. It is correct to do a partial drain right? My numbers: FC - 12 CC - 0 pH - 7.5 TA - 70 CH - 400 CYA - 110 Salt -...

Hello everyone! I am on the verge of doing a 1/3 drain on my pool due to high CYA readings. I did my first CYA test with the Taylor Kit 2006 and the results were 120 ppm. Then I read this article http://www.taylortechnologies.com/ChemistryTopicsCM.ASP?ContentID=36 and followed their steps and...

Hello to all! I am a newbie trying to weave my way through Pool School. Good info on TFP. I am wondering if I need to drain my pool (partially). The Pool Calculator suggests a 38% drain. Is this the ideal way to reduce both my CYA and Salt Levels? Results: PH 7.5 TA 70 FC 11 CC...