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  1. susanfromMa

    Been the summer of chasing issues Looking for input and guidance

    I just couldn't get ahead of the algae in the pool. Chemicals got balanced, but there was still algae, and what is worse was when I vacuumed it was returning to the pool from the return. Reading on here, I decided to check out if channeling was happening inside the sand filter. All heck broke...
  2. susanfromMa

    How do I get algae on floor and ladder when chlorine level is too high?

    If i don't run filter for 24 hours there is a green hue all over the bottom of pool and on the ladder mat. When I check my chemicals the chlorine level is high. Yes, I use the strips but I also have the HTH system with the drops. My alkalinity is high, Ph is normal, my hardness needs some...
  3. susanfromMa

    Replaced the water return. Question

    Hi, 24' round 4' above ground I always had a light feature that was with the water return. The light stopped working a few years ago, so this year I decided to swap out the part and use the one that came with my skimmer box from a few years ago. The light/return sat flush to the side of round...
  4. susanfromMa

    Need to replace winch and cable on 24' AG round

    The cable has striped and the winch is clumsy. Is there a brand that you've had good success with?
  5. susanfromMa

    Losing pressure

    24' AG round. When filter is initially turned on the return pressure in pool is fabulous. Shortly after it loses it's punch. Gauge says still 12-15 psi. But definitely not pushing water into pool at that. It moves water, but not strong. I've tightened all connections. Siliconed the hose ends...
  6. susanfromMa

    AG 24' ROUND. RETURN HOSE KEEPS SLIPPING

    If I tighten more it falls down. Right now I can hear air getting into it. How do I keep it on. Fear it's going to plop off and pool will drain. HELP!!
  7. susanfromMa

    Twist lock 3 prong

    Had to replace pump and motor for above ground pool. (Did it myself :)) Former motor was powered with the twist lock. New Haywood 1HP does not come standard with twist, only 3-prong. Currently using a 12/3 25' extension cord to power the filter motor. (Only 10' away). My question is...