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My 2020 Optima will not heat up due to “open flow switch”. I have removed the filter and operated it in that condition. I have shoved a garden hose through the filer inlet pipe to purge air. I pulled covers to inspect the flow switch, there was in-fact no flow, with a big air gap at the flow...

We purchased an above ground pool (Coleman 4,600 gallons) from our neighbors, who we’ve discovered didn’t do much about looking after it:( We have an Intex sand filter (1500 GPH). The pool was quite grungy when we set it up but the pump & filter seemed ok. Sand we put in was from an open bag the...

I have a spa with Balbo controls. After two heater failures I have replaced the two speed 240 volt motor, upper control, heater and now circuit board. When I click on flow I hear the solenoids click but nothing happens. I have 120 volt on both red and black wires going to the pump. I...

As I type this message, I just now realize that my particular SWG is not like most, so there may be very few that have a similar setup. It is a cheaper version- Solaxx Saltron that hangs over the pool wall of our 21k gallon above ground. 4 years now, it has had to have the salt cell replaced...

In the summer, I have eight pumps drawing liquid chlorine and muriatic acid out of six barrels in three locations. The chemicals are dispensed automatically as required and those requirements can quintuple between opening in May and the heat of July and August. All of this leads to a lot of...

I’ve been reading and following TFP articles and members for over 2 years now. This has helped tremendously in understanding terminology, engineering, and best practices in pool construction. However, I am now smack dab in the middle of construction and in a bit of a hard spot… The original...