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    Default Re: How can I remove the dead algae from an Intex 15' X 48"

    I'm not sure how the Intex valves are made; if they are slide valves, using them to throttle will work, but may damage the valve over time.

    The ball valves would be much more suitable, but . . . Asian made no-name ball valves are TERRIBLE. I was a licensed master plumber for nearly 30 years, so I do know valves, and I have been totally bummed out by Asian made plumbing products sold by Lowes and HomeDepot. I'd recommend that you stay away from them, except as a purely temporary fix. Of course, that's pretty much what this is.

    But, how are you going to connect them?

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    Default Re: Intex 15' X 48" Algae

    The old style plunger valves were slide valves. The new ones look to me like a 90 degree, 1/4 turn ball valve, they are SOME? kind of rotary valve. What ball valve would you recommend?

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    Default Re: How can I remove the dead algae from an Intex 15' X 48"

    I just ordered new style plunger valves from Intex. $7.12 each and $7.60 shipping. I hope they work.

    Thanks again for all the help!

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    Let us know!

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    Default Re: How can I remove the dead algae from an Intex 15' X 48"

    Got my Intex Plunger valves today. I might be able to use them to restrict flow, but not reliably. I think I have a plan that will be pretty inexpensive tho. I haven't ruled out adding a ball valve just before the pump.

    I have some pics of the conversion from the 1-1/4" line cartridge to the 1-1/2" line sand filter I can email if you'd like. I can put together a short "how to" convert, also.

    The pool is sparkling clear! Thanks!
    Intex 15ftx4ft 4500 gal. 3/4 HP Pentair WhisperFlo pump. Hayward 21" sand filter. Taylor K-2006 & K-1106 kits. PF=27

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    Default Re: How can I remove the dead algae from an Intex 15' X 48"

    Pics sent. Should I start a new thread on "how to" change over to a sand filter?
    Intex 15ftx4ft 4500 gal. 3/4 HP Pentair WhisperFlo pump. Hayward 21" sand filter. Taylor K-2006 & K-1106 kits. PF=27

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