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    should I reinvest or move on?

    Hi, I have been frustrated by my AquaPure 1400. I've gone through 4 sensors in 2 years. I was trying to stay on it but even with proper salt levels it would stop working. at the time I was doing all the maintenance on my own. But when an issue with the Aqua pure came up (and I checked all...
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    Mt pH is driving me crazy!!!

    I can't seem to get my pH below 8. the pool is crystal clear, other chemistry seems to be fine: FC 5.0 today (2.5-5.0 over last 2 months), cc 0.5, PH 8.2 (>8 last 2 months), TA 130 (110-130), cya 45 (25-50). salt- 2775-3250 I've added over 4 gallons of 14.5% liquid HCL. at first more slowly...
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    Jandy Aquapure service light problems

    I keep having problems with Jandy Aquapure. The service light goes on, with no other numbers in the screen. the system stops working. This happens intermittanly, so when the PB comes out to investigate, it is never on. about 3 weeks ago, they replaced the sensor, boosted it at 100% for a few...
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    In-line calcium filter?

    As I look at my water wall feature and see the calcium build up i wonder is there a in-line calcium filter that would work? I think they have those filters for filling the pool, does anyone know of something that might work? thanks
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    Why CYA is lost

    I can't seem to maintain my stabilizer. I finally got most of the other chemistry in line, but have been running with a high pH. I know the hot Az sun is part of the reason, but going from 80 to 20 or below, adding > a galon of liquid stabilizer, then repeating the process the next week...
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    my pool is a bug motel

    bugs check in but they don't check out.... for some reason my pool is collecting a huge number of bugs- all types- moths, bees, flys, beetles, even scorpions. I live in scottsdale (Grayhawk), and where I grew up (about 10 miles away) I never had this problem. I was talking to a friend who...
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    accuracy of Leslie's vs home taylor?

    I Finally got my TF-100 test kit a few days ago. I did the tests today, then brought some water to Leslie's to compare with their test. They were way off! I got : PH 7.8 and Chorine of 1-2 on the quick OT test. on the more accurate DPD I got FC 2; CC 0.5, TA 110, CH 560; CYA never worked-...
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    My CYA was 60 on May 11, it is 20 today

    I was going to post a similar question- My CYA was 60 on May 11, it is 20 today. I live in az, but it has not been too hot yet, very little apreciable rain, and not much splashing water out of the pool, yet. I do have an automatic leveler, so there could be a leak (pool < 1 year old). I...
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    test kit- someones playing a joke, or I'm dumb....

    My chemistry has been all over the place, and after repeated trips to Leslie's for testing I bought their Complete poolcare DPD test kit. The issue is the instructions and the equipment do not match. I.E.: Chlorine: It says to fill tube to 9 ml mark, then add 5 drops of R-0001 & R-0002, cap...
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    PAL-Treo light off color?

    I have 8 PAL-treo lights. unfortunately, they automatically rotate through colors unless I stop them on the one I want. one of them has been a half color off, and flickering. they are only 8 months old. I"m lost at what to do. thanks
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    are filter savers bad?

    My wife is insisting on training the dogs to swim, with safety as the advertised reason, although she has visions of a mermaid with her seadogs. :queen: :nemo: :fish: She countered my bad for the filter argument with the trainers suggestion of a nylon filter saver to catch the hair at the...
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    Secondary pump problem

    Hi, I'm having problems priming my pump for my water features. (probably because I'm have people over tomorrow night and wanted to show off the new fountain). It's a pentair 1/2 hp. the pool and spa have a separate variable pump. I cleaned out the filters today (for only the second time- pool...
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    Jandy vs pentair

    I know PBs have strong opinions for the product they use. My gut is they are both have quality equipment and each PB uses the one they are used to and have had good experiences with. (the ford/chevy debate). I am about to pick a PB to build my pool. Is it worth pushing for one brand or...
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    Pool surface questions

    Hi, I am researching options for a new pool build in Scottsdale, Az. I know the aggregates are the way to go for longevity. (especially in Pebble tec's backyard) But (ya knew this was coming) I hate the textured feel. I really want a smooth surface. I also don't love the artificial natural...