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Opening Green Pool

by chill123 » Sat 21 Apr, 2012 12:31

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Pool: 50,000 litres
Type: In ground
Filter: Sand

Hi,

After getting my (green) pools ph down to 7.6 2 days ago i added 20 litres of liquid chlorine...

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Quick update.

I switched the pump off for 12 hours and then vacummed to waste and things are a little clearer ( i can see the bottom step in the...

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Tue 24 Apr, 2012 03:38
Closing a green pool?

by chill123 » Fri 07 Oct, 2011 10:26

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Ok, so after being neglected heavily while we were off getting married my pool (outdoor, below ground, 11,000 gallon, sand filter) is green.

As the...

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See Defeating Algae .

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Last post by chem geek
Fri 20 Apr, 2012 12:24
In ground hot tub was draine but no water has come back.

by Josh » Fri 23 Mar, 2012 16:32

Hello, i just used the recirculate option on my pump for my in ground hot tub, or "dream spa". All the water was drained , yet its been...

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Fri 23 Mar, 2012 16:32
Problem With Pumping Water Out Of Pool

by Guest » Wed 02 Nov, 2011 13:33

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As part of closing, I'm trying to lower the water level in my above-ground pool. My normal procedure, executed successfully for the last 12 years, is...

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Hello,

I would look into the pump lid, as this can have small cracks and can draw in air which will cause the pump to loose prime. Check that the...

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Last post by rickthespaguy
Thu 10 Nov, 2011 16:45
Pump will not work

by joji » Fri 04 Feb, 2011 16:09

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I am a novice
poo was neglected for a year (son was amintaining it cannot keep it up)
2 months ago, i resurface it with the help of a pool...

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when the filter shows 0 on the filter gauge you have a clog, possible impeller, skimmer line to pump, debris in pump basket.
When pressure is high on...

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Last post by fi
Mon 05 Sep, 2011 09:26
Help with pool closing

by marcotke » Thu 04 Aug, 2011 17:03

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Hi there! This is my first year working for a community with a pool. I know the basics about pool chemicals from my lifeguarding days, but I have...

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Hello marcotke, I have not experience about Under Cover. But i want to know basic info about pool because i have an indoor pool and its maintain is...

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Last post by jenniferhoops
Wed 17 Aug, 2011 00:16
Extend your swimming season

by nortonhydrotherm » Thu 28 Jul, 2011 16:21

Hey guys!
Did you know you can easily extend your swimming season by several months in either direction with a wood burning water heate r? They're...

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Thu 28 Jul, 2011 16:21
Refilling pool after draining?

by meganparadox » Fri 15 Jul, 2011 12:12

We're draining our pool with a submersible pump, but we're not sure what to do after draining. There will be a little water left in the pool. It's...

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Fri 15 Jul, 2011 12:12
Pool opening - when

by milkalove » Fri 08 Apr, 2011 10:24

Hi everyone,
We have an inground saltwater pool (those with a chlorinator). It is still closed but unexpectedly, we have to leave town for five...

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Fri 08 Apr, 2011 10:24
air pillow deflated

by confused » Mon 27 Oct, 2008 08:54

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we winterized our pool about a month ago and yesterday we looked out there and the air pillow has either deflated or popped. We did not blow it up...

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To make the process of putting in an air pillow really easy, use The Pool Pillow Pal, it's a connection device and method which connects and centers...

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Fri 04 Mar, 2011 16:21
Is it OK if my in-ground pool doesn't have a main drain valv

by savas » Mon 01 Nov, 2010 17:19

Hi pool experts,

I'm a novice and I closed the pool to day for the first time, I used a Husky 20gallon air compressor at 15-25psi connected to the...

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Last post by savas
Mon 01 Nov, 2010 17:19
Closing problem

by KY Leaky Pool » Mon 27 Sep, 2010 13:49

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Sorry if already discussed, but I am a 1st time closer of 18 x 32 inground pool. I have been opening every year for past three as costs to bring...

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Sorry if already discussed, but I am a 1st time closer of 18 x 32 inground pool. I have been opening every year for past three as costs to bring...

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Last post by floridapooltech
Tue 28 Sep, 2010 02:10
leak from clamps on multiport valve

by smileyface » Sun 19 Sep, 2010 18:49

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Hi, can someone help me? recently I've had my sand filter service.(new sand, new drum and new clamp for the multiport). There were drips of water...

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Tell the service person to get back out there and fix it. Who cares if it's "convenient". He was paid to do the job properly. He needs to...

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Last post by Allen G Myerson
Sun 19 Sep, 2010 23:00
First time pool closing

by Erin619 » Mon 30 Aug, 2010 18:20

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This is our first year with an above ground pool. It is an 18x33. Do I need to put a cover on it? I have absolutely no idea what to do to get it...

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Erin,

I also am in NC and choose not to close (cover) my pool. Some do and some don't and I'm still a little undecided as to what's best. Since I do...

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Last post by duraleigh
Sat 11 Sep, 2010 11:51
Do you have to empty all water when closing?

by Guest » Thu 26 Aug, 2010 08:18

Just got a new above ground, but had one for about 5 years. Always drained about 2-3 feet of water below the skimmer. Can you just plug it, or would...

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Last post by Guest
Thu 26 Aug, 2010 08:18
Too Much Shock-it Added

by mykritterskount » Sun 04 Jul, 2010 19:36

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What can I do if I added too much SHOCK-IT initially? Must it be totally drained now?

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Probably HTH "Sock-it".

You can use chlorine neutralizer if necessary.

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Last post by Alan G Myerson
Tue 06 Jul, 2010 03:36
Frequently having to backwash when opening

by dfresh4130 » Sun 23 May, 2010 00:25

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Hey All,

I just opened my pool today and this is my second year doing so. It's an in-ground L shaped pool, 25K gallons, chlorinated with sand...

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I believe that you need to keep backwashing, but sand in a sand filter should be replaced every 4 to 5 seasons so it is possible that you need to...

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Last post by SteveM1800
Wed 30 Jun, 2010 12:12
Advance Winterizing Preparation for Texas Rental?

by ms_fausey » Wed 16 Jun, 2010 19:28

Howdy,

I've owned my home for 4+ years and the pool is 8 - 9 years old. 15,000 gallon In-ground gunite pool in Little Elm, TX, 75068, with a hottub...

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Wed 16 Jun, 2010 19:28
Drainage Problem

by muttcuts » Sat 29 May, 2010 06:42

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I hope someone can help. This problem is driving me nuts! We have an inground concrete 10m x 5m pool in Spain. We had a leakage problem and drained...

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You can go get a small sump pump at any hardware store and drain it with a hose.

If you need help, go to

Good luck

I hope someone can help. This...

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Last post by riverdogg8899
Tue 15 Jun, 2010 13:20
No circulation of water

by munchman » Fri 11 Jun, 2010 11:58

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I have just emptied my in ground pool to replace some tiles and started to fill it back up, but when I turn on my pump it doesn't draw water through....

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I have a similar problem to this.

I cant get a water flow at all. The pump is on and there is power to it but no water flow.. I have put water in...

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Mon 14 Jun, 2010 15:08

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