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Emptying skimmer baskets

by tallypool » Mon 18 Mar, 2013 14:27

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I have always turned off my pool pump before emptying my skimmer baskets. However, my pool repair man has indicated that in order to prevent the...

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Thanks very much!

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Fri 22 Mar, 2013 10:22
Can not get filter cartilage clean

by Pirate jimmy » Sun 17 Mar, 2013 19:18

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I have a StaRite 27002-0150 filter that no matter what I do I cannot get clean. I bought a new one at the end of last summer because of a similar...

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Jimmy,

Have you tried acid-soaking your cartridge filter? Even if your filter "looks" clean a good acid soak can make work a lot better....

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Last post by CGPoolman
Mon 18 Mar, 2013 12:32
Backwashing whilst people in pool

by FSHP » Mon 21 Jan, 2013 00:07

Please can someone kindly clarify if swimming pools in holiday accommodation can be backwashed whilst people are using the pool?
Are there any rules...

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Mon 21 Jan, 2013 00:07
Vacum Cleaner

by astragalus » Wed 12 Dec, 2012 01:42

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Hi I have a baracuda pool cleaner & it stops after about 5 minutes use. I have to restart the pump & off it goes again for another 5 minutes...

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Astragalus,

Sorry you had to buy a new pump only to find that wasn't the issue :(

Since the pump is ruled out, try looking at a few other things....

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Thu 13 Dec, 2012 11:29
Do you need to replace or clean the sand in the filter

by Charles » Mon 13 Mar, 2006 12:21

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Hi

My pool is 4 years old and I am wondering if need to clean or replace the sand in the filter, how and how often

Thanks

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The sand is the filtering media which is found in above-ground sand filters is like the sand found on beach but with small differences. The sand for...

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Thu 29 Nov, 2012 12:20
No water flow from floor inlets

by SKP Fairways » Fri 09 Nov, 2012 23:28

I recently discovered that following previous pipeline repair work more than 1 year ago (when the floor inlets were all closed), that the worker...

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Fri 09 Nov, 2012 23:28
Low pressure when vacuuming

by SKP Fairways » Sat 03 Nov, 2012 02:57

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I have an in ground overflow pool. This week when I connected the vacuum hose (free of air) into the suction outlet the water in the pump basket...

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Thanks for the info. Have checked the hose and can find no problems, it does not 'collapse' if you mean bends under pressure, it floats on the...

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Fri 09 Nov, 2012 23:11
Weekly Maintenance

by soma123 » Thu 08 Nov, 2012 09:37

SAVE YOURSELF FROM THE FRUSTRATION OF TRYING TO MAINTAIN YOUR POOL.
THIS PROGRAM INCLUDES VISITING YOUR POOL ON A WEEKLY BASIS AND INCLUDES...

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Thu 08 Nov, 2012 09:37
Converting Easy Set Pool filter/pump to DE filter/1hp pump

by msdotty67 » Mon 03 Sep, 2012 09:28

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Hello. I purchased a 18' x 42" Easy Set pool. It comes with an inadequate filtration system. So I decided to convert the system to a DE filter...

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Triton sand filters from Pentair are the right choice if you have a relatively large swimming pool at home that needs heavy duty sand filters for...

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Fri 02 Nov, 2012 14:00
Private Outdoor Pool Surface Cleaning - Questionnaire

by spnshlaura » Tue 30 Oct, 2012 06:27

Hi there,

I am a final year university student looking to design a mid-range surface cleaner that will automatically collect the leaves from the...

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Tue 30 Oct, 2012 06:27
Maintenance of Salt water systems Less work?

by pectin232 » Thu 07 Apr, 2011 14:15

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I have a regular sand filter inground pool with 24-26k gallons. I am used to it but am considering of putting either a salt system chlorinator or not...

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Ozonator is good option than any salt water chlorinator. as they not adds harmful chemicals in water and are powerful sanitizer. Ozone water...

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Thu 25 Oct, 2012 07:20
Best pool cleaner

by pool-cleaners » Tue 09 Aug, 2011 07:57

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Finding the best pool cleaner can be a tough task. This is because you have several brands available in the market and there are different types of...

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as andrrewdamien says there is nothing necessary than filtration system, its important to keep your water chemistry in good state to prevent algae....

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Last post by preeti22
Thu 25 Oct, 2012 07:05
Guide to Winter Pool Maintenance

by DohenysPoolSupplies » Wed 24 Oct, 2012 14:25

Guide to Winter Swimming Pool Maintenance
Winter Pool Maintenance Guide

Maintaining your pool during the winter can help you smoothly open your...

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Wed 24 Oct, 2012 14:25
Skimming fine grass clippings

by rftt » Tue 02 Oct, 2012 00:38

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I'm looking for one of those "tricks of the trade". My pool is adjacent to a golf course that reseeds every year. As part of the reseeding...

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I use the contractors grade, deep black dip net secured at the wall.
Prop it in almost 90 degrees to the gunite wall secured to the overhanging rail...

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Last post by czechmate
Thu 04 Oct, 2012 13:55
The 5 C's of Simple Swimming Pool Maintenance

by DohenysPoolSupplies » Wed 26 Sep, 2012 10:10

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Pro Guide to Simple Pool Maintenance
The Five Cs of Swimming Pool Maintenance for Beginners

Doheny’s Pool Supplies Fast is continuing our “Pro...

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See this post for why your point #2 Chlorinate recommendations are not good.

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Last post by chem geek
Wed 26 Sep, 2012 20:27
Looks like a fast way to test your pool

by Mattathome » Fri 21 Sep, 2012 03:06

Found this App for Android has anybody used it?

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Fri 21 Sep, 2012 03:06
dirty pool

by sarant » Tue 10 Aug, 2010 19:29

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Hello we cover our pool everytime we swim and when we open it the next time to swim... it's moldy on the inside!! gross!! how do we fix this...

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Hi Sarant,

I think you should hire a pool maintenance team that can help you maintain the cleanliness of your swimming pool. So therefore, your...

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Last post by marcdmoz
Mon 10 Sep, 2012 03:12
DE on pool floor from return line

by Guest » Wed 10 Mar, 2010 00:09

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I have been having an issue with DE on the pool floor seemingly shooting out from the return lines. I was told that it was likely due to my filter...

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After checking the grids and manifold for leaks, also check the O-ring on return pipe and air release screen inside of filter. I found out after...

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Thu 16 Aug, 2012 13:01
Multiport ID help

Attachment(s) by Travlur » Sun 12 Aug, 2012 11:46

Hi Guys
I live in Portugal and have a Spanish made pool. The pool company did a regular check and saw some water leakage out the back pipe. He took...

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Sun 12 Aug, 2012 11:46
Are all paper filters the same?

by Another Brian » Mon 30 Jul, 2012 06:50

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My local pool guy claims that there is a big difference in quality between paper pool filter manufacturers. He swears by unicel.

In a lab setting...

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Not all cartridge filters are created equal. Regardless of what they claim, they're not going to filter down to DE quality. Unicel is a popular...

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Wed 08 Aug, 2012 03:35

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