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I don't know how I fixed it, but it is done. I went through some basic trouble shooting. In the process, I was disconnecting sensors, switches, etc. to measure ohms, volts, and whether they were open or closed. I felt better after I shut off the gas, disconnected the gas valve, measured...

Had the first dip in the pool this evening on the northern plains. Pool on the north side of the property, so once the sun was blocked, it got chilly. Forgot to check the pool heater, and it ran up to 91 degrees, very nice. About $1 per degree was the cost of natural gas last year. Had the...

Is the temperature sensor (used for temperature control) a resistance device, like a thermistor, or is it a junction device, like a thermocouple? https://premium.zodiacpoolsystems.com/~/media/c678e162f9c248908bf428f8ab038855.pdf

Hi, I have a Teledyne Laars LLD heater running on natural gas. It would not fire up when I opened the pool for the season. It last ran in June 2015. Manual gas valve open. Checked 24V fuse. 24 volts at the fusible link, etc. It's not the pressure switch, it was a problem in the past, and I...

Hello, I cracked a Sta-Rite sand filter compression fitting. Apparently obsolete. Any suggestions? Pics attached. Key 8E, WC36-17P.

Hello, I just installed a new Cover Pools SAVE-T COVER II® cover on my inground pool. The last one failed due to degradation of the webbing that attaches the pool cover to the rope that runs inside a track. Seven years old, no real complaints. The side of the cover that failed is the one...

I have experience with ground-fault from ancient history; some older motors had a lot of internal leakage and couldn't run on a ground-fault circuit. Same think with older transformers. I'm sure the technology has changed, but just checking.

Hello, I'm installing at new Pentair WhisperFlo WFDS-24 pump that will require a 110 Volt 15 Amp breaker. Do these motors trip Ground-Fault breakers do to leakage in the motor windings, etc., or will they run fine on a Ground-Fault breaker? Thanks!

Does a curve exist for the Aquatron II 1/2 Hp pump? Do I need to replace it with the F or G pump curve?

Recommend a reputable mail-order supplier?

In North Dakota - fairly low power costs. 7.4 cents per kwh. Maybe up to 8.5 cents; one of the lowest in the nation. Only real need flow changes is for vacuuming / cleaning versus circulation. Currently wired for 230V, wiring not a real issue - I have to replace the breaker panel - chlorine...

2-speed versus variable speed? teenager won't like waiting for the pool to open, but the snow is barely off the ground here...

Local pool supply outfit only stocks single speed pumps... They are also higher priced. I could order a two speed for less than I can buy a single speed in town, would have to wait a couple of days.

Hi, I destroyed my antique Aquatron II 1/2 Hp pump while trying to fix it. I'm purchasing a replacement tomorrow - Pentair WHISPERFLO® 011512 WFE-3 115/208-230 11.2/6.0-5.6 3/4 1.67 1.25 UL 1, NSF 2 2 in. x 2 in. 41 F Sta-Rite MAX-E-PRO® P6E6D-205L 115/230 13.8/6.9 3/4 1.65 1.23 UL 1, NSF...

Re: Agency works to rid Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool of "The park service said the project was an overall success, and the algae is just a small bump in the road." Don't let Fox News get a hold of this quote! It sounds like Obama's quote on the MidEast!

I had the floaties problem with the CH test, took my water sample to the local pool store and watched him get a perfect result because he continually, vigorously stirred the solution with a small plastic spoon while adding reagent drop-by-drop. I was swirling the sample, he stirred.

Man, I wish I had one of those boilers! If you're worried about pressure drop, it should only give you a lower flow rate, which will reduce your filtering and circulation. If your pump is over sized and you don't have to run continuously for filtering, you should be OK?

I have a permanent, roll away cover. I keep a sump pump on it in the spring to pull away the water as it melts.

@coverpools; I have seen many coated fabric operations, mostly single sided on nylon, but also military grade operations. I've also been in plants that produced vinyl roll goods. I used to sell to industrial plants in NorthEast US. Most of my former customers are now empty buildings. I...

@coverpools; PB quoted installed cover with no specs and gave me swatch booklet indicating "Vinyl, 16 oz/yard, 23-mil laminated vinyl". Could be that swatch booklet has the correct covers, but outdated specs?

Hello, I'm going to replace my pool cover - webbing failed where rope ran into track - seven year old cover. I have quotes from Dura-Life, says it has "virgin PVC resin, BASF Palatinol N plasticizer and no fillers." Cover-Pools, Vinyl, 16 oz/yard, 23-mil laminated vinyl Any positive or...

Re: Replace vinyl liner when closing -- or wait until openin Replace when opening gives you more control over ordering lead time and scheduling.

Trademark infringement?

Re: when pump is turned off, is pressure in filter supposed I uncharacteristically took the time to read my pool heater's manual. The manual stated that the pool heater has a safety switch that will turn off the heater if the pump is off. I believe it has a pressure switch for this function...

Hello, I've been testing my pool and get no CH (calcium hardness). Vinyl in-ground pool. Is there any reason to add CaCl2 to bring this up, or OK to let it be low?

A word to the wise; I personally feel confident wiring my own branch circuits, such as this. But I happen to live in a city that prohibits any electrical work by non-electricians. Add to this the sensitivity of outdoor and pool related wiring and electrical codes, it would be a great idea to...

Hello from NoDak, spent 12 years in WMass, without a pool...

I'll pick up some calcium chloride and test it out in a five gallon bucket; increase doses and test to see what happens. If it looks promising, I can add it to the pool. Is there a problem running low calcium hardness in a pool that has no contact with grout or cement? Will ammonia deplete CYA?