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  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: How Much Does Pump Efficiency Matter?

    ___________________________________ How Much Does Pump Efficiency Matter? ___________________________________ TL;DR: The difference in...

    Started by PoolDoc‎, 06-23-2018 10:02 PM
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  2. Sticky Thread Sticky: FAQs & Guides: Pool Equipment & Operations

    ____________________________________ FAQs & Guides: Pool Equipment & Operations ---- June 2018 ---- ____________________________________ ...

    Started by PoolDoc‎, 06-19-2018 06:06 PM
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  3. Sticky Thread Sticky: Need advice regarding cartridge filter...

    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...

    Started by otisdog‎, 05-23-2014 04:45 PM
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  1. OG stairs

    Hello, we have an above ground pool with a PT deck on the end, at this time, we have a ladder(tubular sides) that mount thru a hole into the deck. I...

    Started by Barry J‎, 04-11-2024 11:42 AM
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  2. Hayward S210T

    I bought a Hayward S210 filter last Friday and installed it. When I turned it on it had a small leak on top of filter. From what I read it might be...

    Started by Barry J‎, 08-14-2023 10:51 AM
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  3. Jacuzzi laser sand filter

    I have a Jacuzzi Laser sand filter, Model 190L, it is about 25 years old. I have developed a pin hole leak in the body itself, and attempting to seal...

    Started by Barry J‎, 08-10-2023 08:20 PM
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  4. Jacuzzi laser sand filter

    I have a Jacuzzi Laser sand filter, Model 190L, it is about 25 years old. I have developed a pin hole leak in the body itself, and attempting to seal...

    Started by Barry J‎, 08-10-2023 08:03 PM
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    08-10-2023 08:03 PM Go to last post
  5. Lubricant Types

    Hi All. I am going to install a couple of New Diverters on my J350. To help them rotate a little easier/smoother, I plan to lubricate them with...

    Started by pratzert‎, 04-07-2023 02:11 PM
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  6. Pentair Intellibrite 5G

    I upgraded our pool light to LED 4 years ago and we decided to go with the Pentair Intellibrite 5G. Unfortunately, it stopped working a couple of...

    Started by matthewnadeau‎, 11-02-2022 03:16 PM
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    11-02-2022 03:16 PM Go to last post
  7. Partial drain over two days?

    My pool pro says I need to drain half the water in my pool and refill with new water. Half the water is about 7,500 gallons. I don't want to run...

    Started by johninmartinez‎, 07-28-2022 05:51 PM
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    07-30-2022 04:32 PM Go to last post
  8. Why can't I find the proper replacement basket for my Jacuzzi J-VSP 250 pump?

    Help. I am trying to find the correct basket for my Jacuzzi pool pump. Everything I have found seems to have different dimensions. Is the Jacuzzi...

    Started by itybitybob‎, 05-07-2021 06:59 PM
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    07-01-2022 04:14 PM Go to last post
  9. Green Layer on Pool Floor (probably dead algae)

    Hello all. I cannot get rid of fine layer of what i think is dead algae on inground pool. About 25k gallons. Have a sta rite 3 sand filter....

    Started by fhorta‎, 05-19-2022 02:38 PM
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    06-08-2022 09:06 PM Go to last post
  10. Polaris 380 does not run correctly

    Polaris 380 does not run correctly With the booster pump on and (backup valve & Polaris disconnected from hose), I get low water pressure from...

    Started by skos007‎, 06-06-2022 01:34 PM
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    06-08-2022 09:00 PM Go to last post
  11. Repeat of cloudy water issue.

    Hi all, I've been dealing with a cloudy pool since I opened it last week. Usually with brushing, running the pool cleaner, getting the chemistry up...

    Started by beaverplt‎, 06-06-2022 07:34 PM
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  12. Hose size or leak

    Pool I have an above ground pool , just started up for the season. I have excessive back pressure coming thru skimmer after I shut off filter. A...

    Started by Barry J‎, 06-02-2022 10:54 AM
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  13. Hose size or leak

    Pool I have an above ground pool , just started up for the season. I have excessive back pressure coming thru skimmer after I shut off filter. A...

    Started by Barry J‎, 06-02-2022 06:12 AM
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    06-02-2022 06:12 AM Go to last post
  14. Jandy RS Battery Connection

    My 9V backup battery came disconnected from my Jandy RS PCB, and I can't see how to reconnect it. There is a small screw on the top of the terminal...

    Started by matthewnadeau‎, 05-28-2022 04:24 PM
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  15. Jacuzzi JCQ 420 cartridge filter replacement

    I purchased a Jacuzzi JCQ 420 pool filter and have found that the filter cartridges keep failing. I would like to purchase replacement cartridges...

    Started by itybitybob‎, 04-14-2022 07:20 PM
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  16. Pump size question

    Hi all, My pool pump is going on 30 years old. This year the cover to the electrical hook up rusted away. The casing on the motor is pretty rusty...

    Started by beaverplt‎, 10-26-2021 03:33 PM
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    10-26-2021 03:33 PM Go to last post
  17. Need help with new Hayward pump

    SO i just bought a new Hayward Super pump 700. Had an electrician hook it up. It starts up at a normal high speed then kicks down to a slow speed,...

    Started by wgregww‎, 08-04-2021 08:31 PM
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    08-06-2021 05:22 PM Go to last post
  18. Replacing sand in filter??

    Hi, Recently I was talking with an acquaintance who also has an inground pool. She was telling me she had to replace the sand in her filter because...

    Started by beaverplt‎, 07-27-2021 02:57 PM
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  19. Whining

    Hi, I noticed this morning that my pump has become noticeably louder, and higher pitched; and I'm wondering if there's anything I can do,...

    Started by Shakushinnen‎, 06-22-2021 02:53 PM
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    06-22-2021 02:53 PM Go to last post
  20. Inline Chlorinator Install Question

    I am replacing my inline chlorinator (the cylinder type you drop tablets into.) My question is, because it must remain upright, when screwing in to...

    Started by Steveromo‎, 05-14-2021 07:42 PM
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    05-16-2021 03:01 PM Go to last post
  21. Replacing TR 60 Sand Filter and Multi Port

    We are planning on replacing our 21 year old TR 60 Sand Filter this season along with the multi-Port. We have our pool covered for the winter. Plan...

    Started by Fiveattripp‎, 03-05-2021 01:48 PM
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  22. Looking for a new salt water filer. I currently have a 20 year old cracked Hayward D

    Looking for a new salt water filer. I currently have a 20 year old cracked Hayward DE. My pool is 13Kgal I know my Hayward DE was real good but...

    Started by skos007‎, 02-23-2021 03:50 PM
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  23. can you repair a maaco cover with gorilla tape?

    So all around the edges my maaco pool cover is wearing due to a lip, especially corners. Can I use waterproof gorilla patch & seal tape vs. buying...

    Started by wishIcould‎, 11-19-2020 10:59 PM
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  24. Advice on new pool pump

    #1 I have to replace my current pool pump, a Hayward 3400VSP, as the drive has went out again (2nd time) and I have already replaced 4 motors. The...

    Started by Wraypau‎, 08-23-2020 01:05 PM
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  25. Aftermarket pool pump motors

    I have a Hayward 3400VSP pool pump. I have went through 4 motors in last 6 years. I am unsure if a motor should only last this long, or if they are...

    Started by Wraypau‎, 08-18-2020 07:13 PM
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  26. Slatted Pool Covers In US?

    I'm in San Diego. Water evaporation is expensive. My water bill last year was $750 for 2 months I think I've cut it in half by doing bubble...

    Started by atkinson40‎, 08-17-2020 11:16 AM
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  27. In Spa mode only I'm pulling 20 psi. When I put pool and spa I'm pulling 30 psi

    Is this normal. In Spa mode only I'm pulling 20 psi. When I put pool and spa I'm pulling 30 psi

    Started by skos007‎, 07-17-2020 06:04 PM
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  28. Polaris does not come on

    Polaris Floor Cleaner does not come on in normal mode When I put it in service mode the motor does turn on but the Polaris never moves

    Started by skos007‎, 07-17-2020 06:04 PM
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  29. Pool Pump

    Can someone recommend a good above ground pool pump? I don’t want to waste money and want a really good one. I have a 26ft round above ground and...

    Started by cdingess‎, 07-10-2020 03:20 PM
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  30. I Replaced The Ignitor In My Jandy Model LT-400-L

    The original was definately bad, measuring 0 ohms. I replaced it with a Laars kit and hooked everything back up. Still no ignition but the ignitor...

    Started by JohnASmith‎, 07-04-2020 08:26 PM
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    07-05-2020 06:07 PM Go to last post

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