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I've spent the last three years (yes, that's THREE) rebuilding my existing pool that was originally built in the mid 50's. Lots of problems, lots...
Question: How to run a Variable Speed Pump from an Autopilot Digital SWG Controller. Somewhere I read an answer on how to do this, but I can't...
Hi I just bought a house and it has a pool. I don't know anything about pools but I will be having a pool class tomorrow hopefully it's good. But I...
Today in the heat (108 today), when I flicked the switch, my pool pump motor started humming for about 15 seconds then turned off. The switch for the...
i have a hayward cc 1000 filter cartridge system for my 24 round above ground pool.i recently read an article advising putting a a line into the...
Hi everyone, I hope someone can help me out. I'm sure this has been answered before but as a newbie I'm not allowed to search threads. Anywho I...
Besides draining, what other times do you open the main drain? Do you usually just use the skimmers for your intake?
I've got a variable-speed 1.5H pump. It runs between 600rpm and 3450rpms. Right now, I run it a minimum of 8 hours a day @ 2750rpms -- about 80% of...
Hello everybody, im trying to figure out and clean up my parents pool and came across our fiber optic lighting and cant seem to get it to work...
I have an Aquabot that I’m trying to repair and I have a question: can an Aquabot Storm Drive Motor A4510A be used in place of an Aquabot Turbo Drive...
Hi, I have a pentair 2000 filter that needs new o-rings. I can't figure out how to remove the pieces in the casing to replace them. Does anyone...
Hello everyone. I am one happy and stressed out owner of the new pool. I have a question about ozone generators. My problem is that ozone generator...
Hey guys, I'm new to the site. Thanks for taking the time to read. Over the weekend I replaced the motor on my Super Pump and went ahead and replaced...
Thank You Pool Forum - I suspect that this question has been addressed in the forums, but wanted to submit my initial post - I really appreciate your...
Our autofill will not stop filling the pool with water. We have tried to adjust the float but that is not working. Any suggestions?
Hello all. I just purchased a foreclosed home with a swamp (pool). I'm installing all new equipment from the ground up. The pool is kidney shaped,...
As far as I can tell, my filter is about 15 years old and has never had the sand replaced. it is not working efficiently as I have to backwash weekly...
I currently have a small 10 x 20 kidney inground pool (10k gallons) with a spillover spa (800 gallons). I live in a hot dry climate and use a Coates...
I just registered and the welcome email told me to ask a question. So this is a lingering question that I have never resolved. My pool store told...
I have my pool light out of its niche right now because it was filled with water and would trip the breaker. I need a new gasket for it. I have a...
Does anyone have any recommendations on the brand/style of pool cover reels are the best or should we try to make our own? Thanks for the help!
Should I be covering our Intex Easy Set pool each night, and leaving it covered when not in use? I did this initially, but after the first week or...
In the process of opening my pool to the worst algae in 7 seasons, I let my pressure get away from me a few times. I wanted to let the pump run all...
Hi all, We have been using a DE filter system for the last 8 years and have been very unhappy with it. The filter body blew out yesterday (over...
Just bought a foreclosure with a badly neglected in-ground fiberglass pool. Step one was repairing the break on side that has started to fold in....
Hi all, I'm looking to add a timer to our new pool setup and have seen the Intermatic mechanical ones, but I'm thinking digital. Saw the Intermatic...
Went to start the pool pump when there was a break in the rain this afternoon, got nothing. Pump or motor has been making noise for a while (pool...
Hello everyone. I have a 15x26 oval above ground pool. I want to use a roller to make putting the solar blanket off and on easier. Does anyone...
I'm getting a very small amount in the middle. Cool web site alot of info!
I'm considering replacing my current pump to reduce energy consumption costs and hoping to significantly reduce noise. I've got 22k gallon IG pool...
I have been maintainig my own pool for a number of years. I am looking for advice as to how to make it more energy efficient. 20,000 gallon pool...
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