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    What HEATER should I buy?

    What do folks think of the Jandy LXi? That's what my pool guy has recommended.
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    Chlorine & pump schedule

    Re: Chlorine & pump schedule Thanks. I'll check out that article.
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    Chlorine & pump schedule

    I'd also like opinions on how long to run the pump daily. I've been running it 12 hours, and even when I have my chlorine dispenser (Nature2) set to "1" the chlorine levels are still quite high. I'm presuming (perhaps inaccurately) that if I run the pump less, less chlorine will be introduced...
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    "Crystals" floating on water surface -- any thoughts?

    Just thought I'd follow up to end the thread. Definitely pollen; skimmer taking care of it. Thanks for the comments from everyone; being a new pool owner I'm paranoid about maintaining water quality!
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    "Crystals" floating on water surface -- any thoughts?

    Pollen makes sense. I'm in Durham, NC. Seems like such a silly and simple answer -- thx!
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    "Crystals" floating on water surface -- any thoughts?

    New pool owner; specs in signature. Opened it a few weeks ago and have been balancing the water since. Cleaned my filter Saturday morning; added some synthetic DE after getting it running again. The water is absolutely crystal clear and chemicals appear to be balanced, but in the morning...
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    Advice on pointing of return jets?

    Got it; thanks! :goodjob:
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    Advice on pointing of return jets?

    That's funny. While I didn't indicate one on my drawing, it's actually in the same position (but higher) above the main drain. I understand what you're both saying, though. Aim the jet near the stairs to the right, and aim the one across from the skimmer at the light. I'll mess around with...
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    Advice on pointing of return jets?

    Hi all -- pool newbie here. Just opened our fiberglass in-ground and I'd like to know what people think is ideal aiming for our two return jets. Here's a diagram of the pool with jets/skimmer/main drain indicated. Appreciate the help in advance! [attachment=0:2og1znak]pool...
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