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Hello! I check equipment yesterday & noticed our SWGC says No flow even though pump is running, filter pressure level is normal, skimmer baskets are empty. I unplugged the sensor & plugged it back in with no change. Any ways to check if i need to replace the flow switch or if I have a bigger...

Hi! My pool has 2 skimmer baskets & the one farthest from the equipment is clogged with leaves. I e read some old threads on using an air compressor or a garden hose to work the clog out, but I don’t understand what exactly I need to do. Also, my air compressor isn’t working properly, so I’m...

Hello! I referred to the owner’s manual & the low temperature settings should be in the configuration menu, however, there is no option when I scroll through. Do some tristar models have it & others don’t? Do I need to worry about the lack of it? I reprogrammed our pump timers/speed to run at...

Our pool is a little over a month old & our SWG has been installed. I have been using TF test kit & have the salt test kit ready to go. I have searched & searched trying to find an article or a forum post that explains exactly what I need to do now, step by step, but haven’t had any luck. Will...

New pool is finally done & filled! 🏊‍♀️ I’m using my TF-100 kit for daily tests, but we can’t get pH down, FC up, & CYA consistent. pH-consistently 8.2. Can’t find Muriatic acid, so have been adding dry acid per pool math. I know our water features/kids splashing can raise pH, but how often...

Hi! We are finally in the home stretch of our build. We are scheduled for plaster Monday, acid wash & fill to start on Tuesday. Then Wednesday or Thursday the guy will come out to show me how to operate everything, talk about the water chemistry, etc. Should I just ignore his chemistry teachings...

My family (hubs & 2 kids) are super excited that we will be building our first ever pool very soon! I am a RN in a busy ER & am desperately in need of a backyard oasis. The recent frigid weather has scared me a bit & that googling is actually what led me to this site. I have been learning a...

Hello! We will be first time pool owners. We are waiting for a dig date (thanks Weather!),but we are slated to start construction in a couple of weeks. Of course now is when I stumbled on this site. Now I’m questioning everything! We are looking for the easiest & most cost effective equipment...