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Thanks for the review. After 15 years my Intelliflo is not working anymore. I can opt to replace the driver but might go with a new pump Pentair IntelliFlo3 VSF . I will order the one with the optional touchscreen. I wonder if I can use both? The touchscreen and my phone as well. Does...

Update: measured at the four pin hole points where the SWG connects to the Power Center and it reads 27.8 Pentair telling me that I need to pay for a professional electrician to verify the IChlor is defective. Is this normal?

Hello, I replaced my IC40 after 9 years with the IChlor 30 from Pentair. I bought it on Ebay but after 1 week there is no power. I have done the following: 1. Checked the connections from the IChlor to the Power Center to ensure they are snug and secure. 2. I have checked the breaker box...

Hello, Just wanted to share found Pool Salt for $2.10 at Lowes in Fresno CA. http://http://www.lowes.com/pd_15203-62226-N/A_0__?productId=3158693 I had to do a partial drain on my pool due to high CH levels :cool:

Update: I did clean filter and checked skimmer basket but the problem continues. It is an intermittent issue. My pump is scheduled to come on at 6:30 am, pump humming away, return jets working, but Pool Cleaner sitting still. When I manually move the valve around I can hear a swoosh of water...

I will clean filter its been two months since cleaning. Skimmer basket not dirty. I will keep monitoring it. Thanks

I have The Pool Cleaner and I notice that every once in a while its not moving at all. The pump is on, return jets are working, but the pool cleaner is still. The only way to get it to move without turning off my pump is to manually move the Jandy valve (I am guessing the one that controls the...

Wow! That is some good savings. I have the Pool Cleaner and it does not run too well at those low speeds. I guess I could vacuum the pool manually and reap the power savings. Here in California or in my area its at .32 kWh on the Tier 4 range. I average about .19 kWh. Thanks for sharing...

Update to issue: I ordered new replacement cartridge filters and installed them and it appears the problem is solved. I still have same set up as previous but now I am showing 500 watts instead of 725. Start time 6:30 am End time 1:50 pm Gpm is 45 Wattage 500 Rpm 1850 Pressure is way down...

Hi, I hope this is not a dumb question but here goes. I have noticed that my pump appears to have gotten less efficient in its ability to pump water. I was told by the manufacturer that this variable speed pump calculates the rpm on the following: Gallons per minute, How many turnovers of...

Thank you for your response. I will keep an eye out for the increased pressure. Good to know it is normal for them to last a long time if handled carefully.

Hello, I have a Pentair Clean and Clear Plus 420 with 4 Cartridges. I had the pool built in 2008 and have had the same cartridges since. I have cleaned them often and once with TFP. At what point should I replace them? There are no tears but they look discolored (yellowish). I recently...

Just quick update: When I inspect the cell the plates inside look the same with some buildup but it is working. Now that the water temp is at 70 all the green lights are on and it is producing chlorine. I have tested the chlorine levels and it is maintaining. Thanks for your help.

Thanks for your suggestions. The salt is at 3800. I will try the automatic dish soap. Dave

I have IC40 that has yellow light and green light blinking. I have removed to do acid wash according to Pentair's instructions but no bubbling. I did see some scaling or some substance on the metal plates. I tried the acid wash and then tried some dish soap. Any recommendations on how to...

Update! Re: Need help to determine a yellow / brownish spot Hi everyone, Just an update. I placed some vitamin C tablets in a sock and held it on the spot and it faded away. Problem solved! Actually my wife bought the Vitamin C at Dollar Tree for $1.00 and it has 30 tablets. Thanks for all...

Ok, I will place vitamin C tablet and see what happens. It is in the deep end about 7 ft any recommendations on which kind of tablets or it does not matter? Thanks, Dave

Hi, I have had a yellow / brownish spot near my main drain in my pool. The spot has been there for about two years before I knew about TFP. I did not think much of it in the past since I did overnight loss test and only lost about 0.5 on my FC. What is the best way to determine what kind...

I have IC40 as SWG. I bought new in 2008 and have had similar problems in the past. Recently I have not had any problems with the IC40 ever since I have followed TFP's recommened water balance for SWGs. My numbers PH 7.6 FC 6.0 CH 280 CYA 70 TA 80 Salt 3600 Worse case scenario is that the...

I have the Taylor Kit K-2006 so this is what I used to get my results. Sounds good and thank you for the quick reply, I do appreciate it. Dave

Hello, I just wanted to double-check on doing a partial drain. According to the Pool Calculator I will need a 40% drain in order to follow the recommended levels for SWG by TFP. It is correct to do a partial drain right? My numbers: FC - 12 CC - 0 pH - 7.5 TA - 70 CH - 400 CYA - 110 Salt -...

I am not sure but I think they are called Springtails...check this out http://www.howtogetridofstuff.com/pest-control/how-to-get-rid-of-springtails/ I had some of these pests in my pool as well. My landscaping has some grass so I am guessing this is where they came from but I am not sure...

Update on my CYA levels. I just had Leslie's Pool do the CYA test (I went to a different location this time) and they tested my CYA level at 100. Thanks for all of your help....this is a great forum.

Thank you for your replies. I agree that the CYA test is difficult due to the variations of poor vision to great vision of the eyes. I will have the CYA levels tested at a different Leslie's store and see what results I get. My wife also did the test and came up with the same results as...

Hello everyone! I am on the verge of doing a 1/3 drain on my pool due to high CYA readings. I did my first CYA test with the Taylor Kit 2006 and the results were 120 ppm. Then I read this article http://www.taylortechnologies.com/ChemistryTopicsCM.ASP?ContentID=36 and followed their steps and...

Sounds good. I will estimate how much to drain and overshoot. Thanks for your help! Dave

Hello to all! I am a newbie trying to weave my way through Pool School. Good info on TFP. I am wondering if I need to drain my pool (partially). The Pool Calculator suggests a 38% drain. Is this the ideal way to reduce both my CYA and Salt Levels? Results: PH 7.5 TA 70 FC 11 CC...