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    Alternatives to IC-40 without changing plumbing? Or should I try fixing it?

    I've about had it with my IC-40(s). I have to replace flow switches almost yearly or I get either the no-flow or flashing lights. I've had to replace the entire unit twice in 8 years. I'm overall fed up, but I don't know if there's a better alternative. Is there a viable replacement without...
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    What in the world is in my skimmer?

    I use hairnets in my skimmer to catch stuff before it hits the filter. Works really well, 100% recommended. But after opening this year, I'm getting some weird stuff in my skimmer. I know pollen count is really high right now, but this stuff almost looks/feels like a sponge. My water seems...
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    Is my pump dead or fixable?

    I think my pump is dying, but would like some second opinions before I bite the bullet and just have it replaced. For several weeks, I've noticed standing water on my equipment pad. It was fairly rainy during that time, so it took awhile before I realized I must have a leak and it's not just...
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    How can I get that chlorine smell back?

    So, I've been doing pretty good on numbers this year, after my new liner. Last year was a mess, but I was learning the basics of TFP while still relying on pool store numbers, so that explains why I had trouble, but it was at least good for learning how levels responded to chemicals. I'm pretty...
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    Getting balanced after new liner, initial levels

    Last year we bought a house with a salt water pool and had some issues. For the most part, I spent all season just trying to keep up, and used the pool store to get it done. Thankfully, my pool store is not very evil, they just get the numbers and tell you what to do, it's up to you if you buy...
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    Intellichlor IC40 Low Salt but reads fine

    I just bought a house with a salt water pool, never having owned a pool before. Literally 3-4 weeks ago the seller showed me how to use everything, and all was working perfectly. 2 weeks ago, we moved in and had immediate issues with the IC40 SWG. I noticed yellow algae forming, and that the...