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    Multi-Port Valve to Lateral Arm Fitment Question

    Good afternoon everyone. Quick question - the pvc that fits into the multi-port valve from the laterals, how snug should that connection be? The reason being is this - when i first bought this filter/pump i thought it strange that my fitment was a little bit loose. Not long after getting the...
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    Intex SX 3000 - Fitment inquiry

    I just installed my pool pump/filter - Intex SX 3000 - and as of right now I am happy with it other than 1 problem. The problem: It's spitting sand into my pool. More sand than I feel should be in the pool after an initial start-up for a new machine though I am by no means an expert as I have...
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    Saltwater Viable/Worthwhile without a SWG?

    Good morning everyone. I have been attempting to comb through the forums/interweb to find the answer I'm seeking but I just keep coming up empty handled. My question is : Can I put salt in my pool and get any benefit (other than less water hardness) without the SWG or would I be wasting...
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    Sand Filter - Should I return or working as intended?

    I need some help, as I can't find the answer online. I've been dealing with a sand filter which I feel isn't doing its job. Pump & Filter: 3/4HP pump With 13" Sand Filter (xtremepowerus if that matters). Filter Media: Pool Sand (hth brand) Pool: - Filtering a 21' aboveground pool. Operating...
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    Faulty Sand Filter? Material making it back in to pool

    I have an issue with my sand filter, at least I believe I do (unless this is typical). When i run my pump, i have noticed that bugs are making it through the sand and back in to the pool. At first i was skeptical, but i placed a mesh back over the return port (spot where hte water goes back in...
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    Faulty Sand Filter**? Need Advice

    Good afternoon! After countless searches for help to my issue I've come here in the hopes that maybe someone can help with my inquiry regarding my pool pump/filter combo. We were having issues with mustard algae and such so we decided to bite the bullet and get a sand pump. We decided to go...