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Hi! I have an AquaPlus automation and salt system with an EcoStar VSP Pump. After about a month with no power (Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico) turned the system on, adjusted day and time and it is running, however, even though the Pump display and the AquaPlus display indicate it is running at...

Hi! I am completing a pool renovation (re-plastering, water line, etc.). I changed my pool to salt over a year ago (and love it) but the Pool Contractor recommends that (when re-filling the pool) I run the system on Chlorine for a couple of weeks before switching to Salt again (no specific...

All, I had to deactivate one of the timers and could not find the info on the Operation Manual so I called Hayward. To deactivate a timer just set the timer to start and end at the same hour (Start at 8a, End at 8a), save the setting and you're good to go.

Hi! I'm getting ready to balance the pool before putting in the salt and will be going for the levels suggested at the Pool School. Questions: - For Free Chlorine, would it be easier/faster to just use bleach? I am at 1ppm and need at least 3ppm on 6500gal pool. - on Cacium Hardness I have...

Hi! I have an Intermatic T40004RT3 Timing Control Center. The unit has a Transformer built in for the low voltage lights, but the wiring from the breakers comes into the transformer and then goes out to an external Safety Volt ST-100 unit and then on to the lights. Is this a normal setup? Why...

Hi! I set my VSP to run at 1000rpm and am now getting DE in the pool. Once the pump runs at higher rpm over 2000rpm, there is mo problem. Any hints? Thanks!

I'm changing pump and re doing all the pump station. My previous pump suction was directly in front of the line coming in from the Skimmer. I now have a bigger pump and am wondering if the suction should stay in front of skimmer or have the suction located in front of the main drain. Picture is...

Hi! I have started a Major Renovation Project on my Pump Pad and will post the steps here for anyone out there to learn from my mistakes and maybe even get some ideas! :-D I will be able to dedicate 3-4 hours a day to the project because of work. Equipment leaving the Pad: - Hayward Super...

Hi! I'm starting the installation process of a new Eco Star pump connected to the Hayward Aqua Plus unit. 1) Is it possible, in case I the Aqua Plus fails, to run the Eco Star separately with her own controls? 2) I'm replacing a 1.5hp Super Pump on 1.5 inch piping and the Eco Star has 2 inch...

Hi! I just opened the box of my new EcoStar VSP. The first thing on the box was the attached addendum to the wiring installation. I'm sharing it because I read somewhere in the Forum a discussion about connecting the VSP in a different manner. Hope it is useful. Thanks! J

Hi! I'm installing a Hayward Aqua Plus system which will be able to control Pool/Spa/Spillover valves. The attached image is my current Valve setup coming in from the Pool and Spa and back out to them. My question is, given the setup, where should I place the 2 & 3 way valves to be controlled...

Hi! I'm changing out 3 valves (Main Drain, Skimmer & Spa) valves at the Pumping Station. I need help/suggestions on covering/sealing the Main Drain so I can change the valve out with minor or no loss of water. Appreciate any help! JV

Hi! I'm installing a new SWG (Hayward). Have been reading up on the manuals and they indicate preparing the water. For salt system they recommend getting the salt and stabilizer to level as well as use metal reducer. What are the experiences in the real world? Thanks!

I'm upgrading from a 1.5hp Hayward Super Pump to the Hayward Eco Star (up to 3hp). I will be keeping my Hayward DE3620 Filter. Now, will there be any problem when the 3hp motor runs at max rpm hence, pushing double the power the filter handles at the moment? Will the filter hold?

Hi! After a week of seeking advise on this forum and receiving very valuable input, I have decided on the equipment I'll be installing in about 2 weeks. The Pool: - Capsule Shaped 25ft by 8ft with a 6ft diameter Spa that cascades into the pool, 5ft deep and 3ft shallow ends (6,500gal approx...

Hi! I am changing my Pump and adding a Salt system & Automation to my pool, so I have decided to change the valves to Jandy-Type valves. Now, I have looked at several Valve setups online (Picture 1) and they are different than my Setup (Picture 2). I don't have much space where my Pump...

Hi! I have a 25ft x 8ft "capsule" shaped inground pool with a 6ft diameter Jacuzzi that cascades into the pool, pool is 3ft in the shallow end and 5ft in the deep end. I am starting a complete revamping of the pool and the first stage will be to change to a Salt system and add a Variable Speed...