Search results

  1. WhiskeyJim

    Polaris 280: Hose connector to quick disconnect pops off

    While pulling on the hose to untangle it, the round plastic fitting to that snaps into the back of the quick disconnect popped out. I snapped it back in, but as soon as I run the pump, it pops out. It worked fine before. Should I try super gluing it? Any suggestions?
  2. Polaris 280 Connector Assembly2.jpg

    Polaris 280 Connector Assembly2.jpg

  3. Polaris 280 Connector Assembly1.jpg

    Polaris 280 Connector Assembly1.jpg

  4. WhiskeyJim

    New pump lost prime.

    Thank you! - - - Updated - - - I will give that a try!
  5. WhiskeyJim

    New pump lost prime.

    Jim, I'm not sure about the SVRS option, but I will check. By the way, what is SVRS?:lol::lol: I've since called the Skim a Round tech and they said it's likely the auto prime function, which starts at max speed and pulling water too fast from the skimmer and getting air in the system. He...
  6. WhiskeyJim

    New pump lost prime.

    I returned home after a few days away and noticed the pump (Pentair Intelliflo VSF-Variable Speed) was loud. When I went out to check, it was not priming and repeatedly shutting off and turning back on. The water level is perfect (I have an auto fill), I removed the lid to the pump and applied...
  7. WhiskeyJim

    Is ongoing use of sequestering agent recommended?

    Thank you! I don't trust Leslie's pool tests either. They are way off from mine and now I'm pretty cofident that my readings are correct. They tested for Copper, Iron and Phosphates...all 0. The pool builder that re-plastered recommends the ongoing use of a sequesting agent is recommended...
  8. WhiskeyJim

    Is ongoing use of sequestering agent recommended?

    Thanks! Yes they did use Startup Tech, 2 gallons to treat 20k gallons. Filled the pool by Sept 6 and no plaster dust visible at all.
  9. WhiskeyJim

    Is ongoing use of sequestering agent recommended?

    We just filled our newly plastered, remodeled pool September 08th and were instructed to add 2 gallons of sequestering agent (20,000 gal) when the pool filled. The pool builder recommends adding 6-8 oz per 10,000 gal on a weekly basis if you are unable to perform a test. Our pool water is...