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Use of PVC pipe for filter

by jda » Tue 02 Jun, 2009 19:05

I am just getting started with a new pool. I have a pentair cartridge filter (1hp motor) which came with flexible hose. Can I replace these hoses...

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Tue 02 Jun, 2009 19:05
Pool Quote Feedback

by bymyhand » Fri 29 May, 2009 18:13

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I just got a quote back for a pool and I was wondering if you guys could you please give me your feedback on any opinions you have on the setup?...

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I really appreciate all the advice you guys have given!

I am kinda curious as to when you turn on the drain, skimmer, cleaning system, and grotto?...

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Sun 31 May, 2009 16:48
Green water

by harleygalsoftail1 » Sat 30 May, 2009 00:05

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Hi , We have a 16ft above ground pool. This year we decided to use the salt water system. We dumped 80 pounds of salt in and of course when we tried...

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Thank you for responding. My husband is going by this morning to get something for metal. When we took the water sample to the pool store, it showed...

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Sat 30 May, 2009 19:59
Sunscreen in the pool????

by lvwitch » Thu 28 May, 2009 15:45

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I sure hope that I am doing this right. If not someone let me know please. I have no idea about my pool as far as filter types, etc. I have a pool...

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My wife uses sunscreen that is sometimes not spread thinly and she uses the pool every day. The net result is that there is sometimes a thin film on...

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Thu 28 May, 2009 18:21
CYA Draining?

by Industen » Tue 26 May, 2009 05:51

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If I drain my pool at a rate of 6 inches per day and my CYA is at 100. How many days will it take to reach around 40 CYA level in a 25000 gal pool 32...

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25000 gallons is 3342 cubic feet. This means your average pool depth is 3342/(16*32) = 6.5 feet which is a bit higher than expected. If your shallow...

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Tue 26 May, 2009 12:50
New Pool owner question about vacuming

by ummsafiya » Thu 21 May, 2009 20:35

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is it okay that i vacummed right after i added my chemicals (of Algaecide, Iron Out and 1 lb. of Shock)? Also, my plaster is 2 weeks old, was it okay...

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hi,

thanx for the advice! yes, i still see the plaster dust so i will hold off on the vacumming.

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Tue 26 May, 2009 12:01
Stainless Steel Service Panel

by mellomanpr » Tue 26 May, 2009 10:16

I'm looking into getting our first pool. We looking at getting either the Artesian Sunburst 24' round pool or the Vogue Revelation 24' round pool....

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Tue 26 May, 2009 10:16
CYA Draining?

by Industen » Tue 26 May, 2009 06:07

If I drain my pool at a rate of 6 inches per day and my CYA is at 100. How many days will it take to reach around 40 CYA level in a 25000 gal pool 32...

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Tue 26 May, 2009 06:07
Help - dirty water

by kmgt3232 » Thu 21 May, 2009 18:31

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Help, I have no idea what's going on with our pool. Our water is so dirty. I was trying to sweep it tonight (we just had it opened a few days ago,...

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Hi Kathy,

Here are a few things I've heard about the "frog." It adds minerals to the pool. Sounds fine except one of things it adds is...

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Sat 23 May, 2009 20:58
What does this piece of equipment do?

by Crimson » Thu 21 May, 2009 15:31

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Hello all,

New pool owner here.. purchase a house with a pool and don't have the manuals for the equipment. Been able to find them for the filter...

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It appears to be set on R90 L90 right now, which I assume that means its draws from both sides equally. The other 2 settings I assume would divert...

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Sat 23 May, 2009 03:43
Adding chemicals to a new pool

by Guest » Fri 22 May, 2009 10:13

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I am just starting an above ground 15' round pool. I want to know how to add the chemicals. I need to add alkalinity plus calcium hardness, shock and...

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Read the Pool School including Recommended Pool Chemicals .

The TA is increased with baking soda (or Alkalinity Up) and can be added anytime, but...

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Fri 22 May, 2009 13:15
Water flo from Jacuzzi 2 pool is slowing & cloudy water?

by Dead Pool » Wed 20 May, 2009 18:49

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I have some of the same issues & need advice badly??????????/

I bought this home 2 years ago. The pool is about 12 years old & I am...

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Actually, the pool is getting much clearer today, but the pressure is now up to 27! Yes, I have taken it apart & cleaned. There is a small hole...

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Thu 21 May, 2009 19:56
High Pressure! Help!

by I'mTryin! » Thu 30 Apr, 2009 15:00

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Hello All,

New pool owner, coming up on a year. I have a pool jacuzzi combo that worked well for the first nine months, then about a month ago, I...

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I have some of the same issues & need advice badly??????????/

I bought this home 2 years ago. The pool is about 12 years old & I am...

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Wed 20 May, 2009 18:34
Automatic pool cleaners?

by Is it summer yet? » Thu 23 Apr, 2009 22:45

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I am starting my second year with an in ground 18 x 36 pool with a 4â€™ wide concrete apron.
We bought a foreclosed home about a year ago here in...

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polaris 380 is an awesome automatic cleaner although it does require a booster pump. It will pick up goggles, torpedos ,very fine stuff like sand ,...

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Tue 19 May, 2009 20:41
Above Ground Pool & Salt Water Filter Help

by TTran » Sun 26 Apr, 2009 19:09

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Just got our new 10 x 30 intex above ground pool about 3 weeks ago. Seems like I am always adding chlorine after doing tests and shocking it. Heard...

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I don't think that is actually a filter at all. It is to be used with a filter system. It is actually a chlorine generator. It uses salt , usually in...

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Mon 18 May, 2009 23:34
Vacuum to waste??

by silvernblac1 » Sun 10 May, 2009 21:03

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I'm a new pool owner and do not undersatand what vac to waste means, I canot find any switches or setting the i can see, I have a pressurized tank...

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vacuum to waste refers to moving the valve on the filter to waste position and running the vacuum. This pumps the vacuumed water out of the pool....

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Mon 18 May, 2009 23:12
Need help with getting new pool cleaner

by heavensoldier » Sun 17 May, 2009 17:38

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Hello, can anyone please recommend a good pool cleaner? It will be a pool cleaner for my Mom. We had a Aquabot Turbo but it broke. I guess the...

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polaris 380 is a good cleaner but it does require a booste pump ..... mine is 3 years old with no problems and it works fantastic

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Mon 18 May, 2009 22:59
Dent in wall of new above ground pool with golf ball!!

by BLUEGRAY1 » Mon 18 May, 2009 21:42

my son hit a golf ball into the wall of my brand new ag pool. should i do anything about this? should i be concerned about rust in the future??...

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Mon 18 May, 2009 21:42
CYA Levels very High. Need some help

by Industen » Fri 01 May, 2009 05:43

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I'm going to be opening my pool in the next couple weeks and need some help. My CYA levels are around 200 and chorine didn't seem to do much last...

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Most important would be to get it circulating. You now need to get some chlorine in there, maybe walk around the pool and pour in a gallon, but get...

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Wed 13 May, 2009 08:09
Choosing Pool Equipment

by lrcharest1 » Mon 11 May, 2009 17:44

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Hello! I'm researching equipment for my new yet-to-be-built inground gunite pool. It's going to be 550 sf, 18x34 free form, slope 3.6-6 ft, 22K...

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22k pool = about 91gpm with a 4 hour turnover. Fantastic! Use at least 4 floor properly spaced floor inlets. You are over 400 sq.ft. so use 2...

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Tue 12 May, 2009 08:44

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