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  1. jnorin

    Pentair Warrior SE Power Supply Failure

    Looks like my pool cleaning robot power supply failed. No lights or response from control panel. Tried multiple outlets just in case :) What has been the experience with others on this product? Any realistic expectation on lifespan? This unit is only 2 years old. ~$250 to replace it, can't...
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    Best method/timing to measure FC during a SLAM after CYA dissappearance

    I'm a victim to the CYA disappearance after FC went to zero when the SWG stopped while out of town. Last known CYA was around 40. Given the warm temperatures and sunny days, I'm limited to SLAMming in the evening/overnight so not to lose FC to sunlight given the high SLAM FC levels. After...
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    Troubleshooting a neighbor's pool - very high free chlorine (or pH?)

    A neighbor who had been getting help from "the local pool store" was saying they were having problems with the pool chemistry. I took my Taylor FAS-DPD test kit over yesterday and measured what I could, but given the high free chlorine levels, or something else going on, would like to run the...
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    DPD Powder Sensitivity for FC/CC testing

    I've read that the exact amount of R-0870 powder isn't critical so long as the color changes. Given the apparent instability of my daily Cl readings, compared to what I was expected when computing daily SWG generation from its duty cycle, I decided to run a little experiment. I ran three...
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    Searching for LED bulb options for Hayward SP540

    I'm not having luck confirming if there are any 120V LED bulb options for replacing our existing 500W 120V Philips bulb. Any assistance would be appreciated. Color would be nice, but would be ok with white. Thanks! John
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    New to managing my pool: Question - CC breakdown in to FC?

    After opening the pool a bit early this year, it has been settling in to good balance and clarity as I have taken over the routine maintenance after the pool service did the opening last week. I will be adjusting levels over time to hit the TFP recommended levels for plaster/SWG. Logs...
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    New in Central VA - taking over pool maintenance

    Hello everyone! I've been lurking for the past week since I took over our pool maintenance after opening early this year to help provide distraction and entertainment while grounded here with the COVID-19 situation. I've always wanted to manage or pool maintenance, but have been too busy in...