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    Submersible Pump for Watering Lawn

    Anyone here use a submersible pump in their pool for watering their lawn? Given that I occasionally drain some water out of my pool a few times each year I was wondering about watering the lawn and vegetation with it instead of just draining all in one spot. I have a sump pump that I use as my...
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    Do you run your pump non-stop?

    Just wondering if others keep their pump on 24/7 ? I leave mine on all the time unless obviously needing to clean the filters. Electrical usage has not been a problem so it's just been easier to let it run. Are there pros and cons of doing this? No real issues with my pool chemical balance, so...
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    Conserving R-870

    I'm about out of R-870 solution for checking FC. Been using the 10ml test. Is there a reasonably reliable way to half that test? since I'm using about 40 to 50 drops per test I would like to extend my testing this weekend until I get a replacement early next week. If so, please include the...
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    Am I on right track?

    Looking for a little guidance on whether or not I'm on the right track at this point. Must admit I'm starting to get a little dizzy from walking around the pool so much from pouring bleach in. Seriously I am a little frustrated this has not taken hold yet. Was hoping the FC would hold a little...
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    CH Test - R-0012 drop size

    Just got my TF100 kit and did my first full test last night. Did the CH test last and noticed that the drop size was alot smaller and came out alot faster than those used in other tests. Is that normal?
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    Shocking is no longer effective

    Hi everyone. Just found this site and found it to be refreshing and enlightening. After mediocre success over the last 3 years with my pool I’m ready to leave the ‘dark side’ and give this a shot. Here’s my situation: My pool (see signature info) this year after encountering open...