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I have 2 drains- so I don’t need the new safety style type- that causes my robot cleaner to get stuck. Pool is ~20yrs old? Anyone know what/where to find a replacement like this?

My side suction just isn't cutting it. I'm looking for a robot that can handle both fine and large debris (twigs, leaves, etc). I'd like a wall scrubber too. There's spo many out there now- what do you guys recommend? Thanks!

Just had my water tested (I DO own the pool test kit, I wanted some more solid numbers to back up my test)... Adjusted Alkalinity: 172.9 PH: 7.9 FC: 0.0 Calcium Hardness: 400 Stabilizer: 20 Phosphate: 1000 Obviously, I need to get my CYA up. I was thinking in the low 80's, since, I'm in AZ and...

Got a Hayward Leaf Catcher to go with my new side suction poolvergnuegen. I have to use all my muscle strength in conjunction with a screw driver to pry the lid away from the base. I mean this thing is seriously TIGHT. Additionally, the rubber gasket has already broken. Is this normal for these...

I've had a Dolphin Active 30i for a few years now. I always keep it in the pool, run it 1-2 times/day. I've had some problems with it, warranty service, doesn't run, cord tangles easily, broken cord, etc- but I think it's just not cut out for the job. My pool is surrounded by large trees, and we...

Liquid Chlorine shortage is hitting- can't find the normal stuff anywhere. I saw Cloralen at wally world for about $2-3/gal- but can't find any specs on the % of chlorine it is, and if there's any other 'additives' to it. I DID scan the MSDS, but no avail. If it's good to use (and not expired)...

Here's pics of what I got installed now. I'm looking to move the box about 1' to the side, and possibly 1' down so I don't have to pigtail new wires, and just keep the existing wires in tact. I'd like to cut the copper/emt tubes, and connect electrical PVC pipe w/ 90's to the new location. I'd...

I have a side suction port I don't use (I have a robot cleaner instead). It hooks up to a jandy valve along with the skimmer/drain pipes. The waterfall is also on a jandy valve with the return jets. I would like to pick up an additional pump dedicated to the waterfall, and run the intake from...

I'm in AZ. We've never closed our pools for the winter. We have very large, mature Chinese Ash (or are they Chinese Elms?) trees surrounding our pool area. We love them, cutting them down now isn't an option. However, in the fall/winter, they lose all their leaves. The leaves are tiny, and I...

I get it's newer technology, but LEDs are getting super cheap now. Any reason these are still a ridiculous price, other than manufacturers just taking advantage of the lag in the market? Just curious...

I had an algae problem- so I did the SLAM. This am confirmed we passed the OCLT, but- when I brush the walls, there's still some evidence of the algae. It's much better than it was- but- it's still there. Should I run at shock level one more day and do another OCLT tonight? Or just let the FC...

Hey guys- I installed a new skimmer diverter (float diverter?)- it's the one that looks like a flying saucer and you can adjust the suction flow from the main drains/skimmer basket. When it's installed, I get a significant amount of air in the pump basket- ie- the water level in the pump basket...

PICS HERE I am trying to replace the skimmer diverter and o-ring, but I can't find any identifying marks. The basket is aftermarket as well. I know the pics aren't great- any ideas? The only real info I have is that the wide of the bottom of the skimmer where the o-ring would sit is about 8.5"...

Our landscapers broke 2-3 pipes while digging trenches for drip irrigation (apparently state law only requires these pipes to be 3-4" below grade???!!!?) To get the water from flowing out of the holes in the pipes so they can repair them, I drained the pool low enough to stop the backflow (below...

We're having new drip irrigation installed, and the guys found a 1/2" copper pipe running along side the pool. It looks as if it's going to the aerator, as I can't imagine anything else it'd be going to. The pool is 15-20yrs old (guessing, we're not the original owners/builders so I'm not...

I'm toying with the idea of relocating all the equipment (pump, filter, etc) to a completely opposite side of the yard/pool. I'm curious as to the general process I'd have to go through to do that? Just some background- the existing location of the equipment is in a small pathway on the side of...

Hey guys- I want to put in Pentair automation. I'm pretty handy and feel I can easily do the install (SWCG, Intellitouch, etc). However- I'm seeing quite a few reviews on the components going bad after a few months, a year, etc. If I purchased from a pool store/pool builder, that warranty period...

I’ve been searching but can’t seem to find it. How do I rotate the direction of the control panel on the Intelliflo VS? Thanks!

I need to rebuild a 2-port and 3-port Jandy NeverLube Valve. I have a 2.5 O.D. pipe, so I need the large size. The problem is, the only rebuild kits (with the flat paddle included) I see online are for the Small and Medium size diverter valves. Will those work for my large 2 1/2 - 3" valve...

Reference Images I just found out my Jandy NeverLube valves are shot (one needs a rebuild kit, the other maybe a kit, maybe a full replacement). I'm looking at my setup and thinking I can improve efficiency, and POSSIBLY eliminate a Jandy Valve all together (plus move the valves out of the way...

I notice my jets lose significant pressure a few minutes after turning on. I turn on my pump, let it prime, then watch the turbulence on the water (and/or feel the pressure with my hands on the jets)- seems fine... within 5 minutes after that, the pressure is WAY down where the water is...

Hey guys- The time has come... I have my IG surrounded by trees, and I want to get a solid cover over it before the leaves start dropping in. I've done a ton of searching/reading, but not finding exact answers to my situation... I'm in AZ- no snow, not a concern of pipes freezing (it might dip...

Got a guy wanting to sell his IntelliChlor. He says it's only 6mo old or so (selling due to hardship). How can I tell if it's working ok before I buy? Anything I should look for specifically? Thanks!

I'm in Phoenix, AZ. Normally here in AZ, most of us leave our pools open all year. HOWEVER, my pool is SURROUNDED by trees with a RIDICULOUS amount of leaves falling off. I literally just spent 2hrs skimming (just cleared it 3 days ago), and barely got 1/2 of it. We LOVE our trees- so cutting...

Hey guys- Got me a Pentair VS Intelliflo 2 pump. I had previously setup a schedule and set it. It worked perfectly for a few days... then I stopped it and ran a manual speed as I was doing something and needed the pump to run right then. Now, I can't get it to go back on schedule? I've gone...

The top level of our waterfall doesn't drain, so it collects water, bird poop, bugs, algae, etc when it's off- and then dumps all that into our pool when we turn it on. I thought about taking some mortar and filling it up to the top of the lip so there's no recessed area anymore... OR- drilling...

How fast does CYA change? How often do I need to test it? I know it changes with adding/removing water- but on a daily/weekly basis, how often should I test it? Does it change as rapidly as FC does? Thanks guys!

Installed new Intelliflo VS pump and Pentair Quad DE-100 filter yesterday. The pool was swamp green, so I used my TF-100 test and SLAMmed the pool last night. This morning, it's CRYSTAL CLEAR. I'm amazed! Question- since it's totally clear now, do I need to still do the OCLT? If so, do I...

Hey guys- plumbing up a new Pentair VS pump and Quad DE-100 filter early tomorrow morning. I have some quick questions for you guys- 1) Do I need any check valves anywhere? 2) The pump had threaded female ports on them. When I connect the male to them, do I need any kind of lube/thread...

First off, I'm about to gut my system and install all new filter, pump, vacuum, SWG, etc. BUT, in the meantime- I've got a number of issues going on with this thing. Here you go- 1) Suction Side Vacuum wasn't/won't run- at all. It's been hit/miss for 2 weeks, but basically won't run. I just...