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I have a Hayward booster pump that runs the Polaris and an EcoStar for the filter. We've been experiencing an extended freeze (for N Texas, anyway) and all the pumps were running thanks to the freeze guard. Unfortunately, I believe either the filter itself or a pipe froze and both pumps ran...

Does anyone have any experience with underwater paint, such as Water Gard 300? Our local pool company did a Crud job of fixing two cracks in our pool a couple of years ago. They used white plaster in a blue pool. They tried to fix it a couple of times and failed, so I have been looking for...

I have a few spots around my pool where the mastic has separated from the coping. Can I just refill the "cracks" or does it all have to be removed and replaced? I couldn't find any information if the new mastic would adhere sufficiently to the old. Thanks

We have a major leak in our pool. The concrete deck at one end has raised about 1/2" above where it used to be. I believe this has caused the drain pipe in the skimmer to separate from the joint. I can't see it, but it feels like there is a gap in the plumbing. My first question is, can I...

The directions I received with my new T-Cell say to install the cell “hump down” if you have a variable speed pump. Due to the way my equipment is plumbed, the best I can do is put it on its side. Is it better to do it this way, or should I put it back “hump up”?

Apparently my salt cell is going bad and reporting erroneous salt levels. Unfortunately, I added more salt before I realized the problem. The Taylor K-1766 test indicates 4200 ppm, Leslie's test was at 3689 ppm and the cell is reporting 1900. I have a new cell ordered (backorder), so I am...

I have a 1 1/2 HP Hayward Tristar pump that runs the waterfall and bubblers. We always had to cut the valves almost all the way off because the water flow was greater than we wanted - a gentle brook, not roaring rapids. A couple of years ago, I replaced the impeller with a 1/2 HP impeller. That...

I have a Hayward cartridge filter that is seeping water at the middle rim. I have read several places that state the o-ring needs to be lubricated with a silicone-based lubricant. The manual that came with the filter says not to lubricate the o-ring. I am confused. Should I lubricate it or not?

I had not been out to the equipment pad in awhile. When I did, this is what I found: [/URL] I thought at first it was corrosion, but when I took the clamp off and examined it more closely, I would say it was a salt and/or calcium buildup. There appeared to be no damage to the metal...

A couple of months ago, the display was indicating low salt, 2600. I cleaned the cell which had some deposits, and added 40 lbs of salt and it increased to 2800 as expected. I added another 40 lbs, but no change was indicated. Everything worked fine until recently. The salt level kept...

I've been looking for a #11 expandable rubber plug so I can clean my Aquarite Salt Cell. I live in the Fort Worth, TX area and I have checked Leslie's and Bonnie and Clyde's. Not only did they not have any, they didn't even know what I was talking about. Does anyone know another source?

We have a 1.5 hp that runs a "weeping wall" type waterfall and two bubblers on the tanning ledge. The pool builder insisted that we needed this much power to run the features. He apparently likes the sound of Niagara Falls and 6 foot high gushers on his tanning ledge. We, however, prefer to have...

I put a solar cover on our pool a few weeks ago. I let it sit for a few days and then trimmed it a little at a time over several days until it fit the shape of the pool. My problem is, I thought the cover was supposed to smooth itself out after awhile. I still have wrinkles and creases. It seems...

I live in north central Texas. It doesn't get real cold here, but we do have our moments - remember last year's Super Bowl? Last year was our first winter with the pool. I did not close it and the freeze guard protected everything. All went well except one thing. The overspray from the waterfall...

I have been trying to determine if the discoloration of our new pool (filled last September) is due to staining or a fault in the plaster. The discoloration has been present pretty much since the beginning. Of course the pool builder says it must be due to water balance, metals, etc. Anything...

I just tested the pool and all the results fall within the recommended levels. However, according to the pool calculator, the CSI is low, -0.74. Here are the results of the tests: FC 10 CC 0 pH 7.5 TA 70 CH 280 CYA 70 Is everything ok, or do I need to do something to raise the...

I have a new plaster pool. It's been full about 3 weeks. It is 24,300 gallons and has a SWG. My question is about the differing chemical recommendations I am running into. ProLogic Controller Instructions: Pentair Test Kit TFP FC 1-3 FC 1-3...

I recently found this site and have learned a lot while browsing through all the posts and articles. I thought this would be the perfect place to help with my decision. We are currently in the planning stages of our pool (waiting for permits). We have all the details nailed down, except one. So...