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    Sizing replacement pump

    Ordered and installed 1hp two speed pump and Pentair relay. Started right up (both speeds) like a champ. I programmed a circuit in my ET8 to run pump on high when heat is own. No problems. The only problem I'm having is the red light on my SWCG is saying low flow and therefore not producing CL...
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    Sizing replacement pump

    Thanks for the feedback. I am looking at going with a 2 speed Pentair motor. I have an Easytouch 8 panel that controls everything. As anybody who is familiar with Pentair's understands, their installation and wiring instructions are written in another language. Anybody have any suggestions for...
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    Sizing replacement pump

    I am replacing a 2014 Pentair Superflo 1hp. I didn't realize how loud the pump had gotten until my friend installed a pool and I heard (barely!) his new pump. My pump makes a wub, wub, wub sound. After reading several threads I'm leaning towards the bearings are needing to be replaced. This is...
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    Sand Filter

    Preifsny, Unfortunately, I do not have very good news for you. I took my system apart and flipped over the tank. There was a hairline crack in the seam. I thought these were a 1 piece mold but they are not. There is not any type of drain plug on the very bottom. If this is what your local pool...
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    Sand Filter

    I'm getting one heck of an education on filters, that's for sure! Here's my stats: 14x29x4' avg depth IG fiberglass Hayward heater 200m Btu I think! IC20 SWGl SD 80- the leaker Pentair superflo pump. Not sure of hp. 1.5" piping Installed summer of 2008.
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    Sand Filter

    Thank you for your suggestions. I felt every square inch above the base, especially around the valve, drain and all connecting lines, and my hands were completely dry. Yet, water was still coming from underneath the base. Ugh!! Going to dismantle this weekend. Any suggestions on a replacement...
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    Sand Filter

    I have a 2 year old Pentair SD 80 sand filter that is leaking somewhere out of the bottom. I can't see exactly where because the stand that it sits on is in the way. There are only two openings on this unit. The drain at the bottom and the opening at the top for the multi-port valve. The water...