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Routine Pool Cleaning & Maintenance
Adding chemicals, vacuuming, backwashing,
brushing, filter care, filter cleaning, replacing
worn or broken pool parts

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by Newpoolguy17
Sat 05 Dec, 2020 17:25
Opening / Closing / Winterizing the Pool
Tips and problems concerning filling new pools.
Spring pool opening and fall pool closing.
Seasonal pool maintenance tips & advice.

Topics: 287, Posts: 762

Last post Spa jet removal
by mike232fd
Fri 23 Oct, 2020 15:23
Pool Equipment & Other Pool Maintenance
Automatic pool cleaners, vacuum heads, pool covers,
decks, fencing, pool alarms and security ....

Topics: 822, Posts: 2438

Last post Pool Heater Recommendation
by Reegs941
Mon 04 Jan, 2021 09:33

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Step by Step Instructions for Ensuring Easy Pool Opening

by sbelgrave » Tue 01 Apr, 2008 08:05

While I know there is no perfect equation that meets the demands of all pools when opening one, I thought I'd at least throw out what I have and see what you guys think....

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Last post by Aaronges
Wed 20 Sep, 2017 06:38
Pool Heater Recommendation

by Reegs941 » Mon 04 Jan, 2021 09:33

New to the forum, looking for some guidance on installing a pool heater. Here is some background on my pool.

Pool Information:
-Chlorine
-Roughly 11,000 Gallons (329...

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Last post by Reegs941
Mon 04 Jan, 2021 09:33
Pool Heater Sizing

by pb11186 » Sat 02 May, 2020 22:02

Hey everyone,

I'm installing a 12x25 fibreglass pool this summer. From what i am reading, the recommended heater size for natural gas is 100,000 to 150,000 btu. Anyone...

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Last post by Mikeval
Tue 29 Dec, 2020 19:37
Pentair Minimax Heater Issue

by bdejulius » Sat 16 May, 2020 08:50

Hello. I have a Pentair Minimax 250CH pool heater. When the heater is running, it works great, but I am having a bit of trouble with turning it on and off.

The pilot...

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Last post by Gonzogreg
Tue 29 Dec, 2020 15:39
Older model Hayward is 'walking' on a 45 degree angle

by Mikeval » Mon 28 Dec, 2020 17:45

My older model (12+ years) Hayward began walking on one track at a 45 degree angle. Similar to when a car rides on a front and rear wheel with the other two in the air....

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Last post by Mikeval
Mon 28 Dec, 2020 17:45
Salt chlorinator Leaking

by NikkiRow » Sat 26 Dec, 2020 23:38

Hi

My insnrg salt chlorinator is leaking from where the cell lead connects. It’s spitting water under pressure and the lead seems loose. Whenever the lead is touched it...

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Last post by NikkiRow
Sat 26 Dec, 2020 23:38
pool plumbing

Attachment(s) by seanpatrick2000 » Fri 25 Dec, 2020 01:24

Hi, I recently bought a home with an in ground pool. I am new to pool ownership and I have a question my pool service doesn't seem to be able to answer. there is a PVC...

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Last post by seanpatrick2000
Sat 26 Dec, 2020 23:38
IAqualink 2.0 and Clormatic 3

by Zbest » Tue 15 Dec, 2020 17:45

I have an Aqualink RS6 system with Clormatic 3 salt controller. If I upgrade to an iAquaLink 2.0 system, will the Clormatic 3 connect properly and be controllable via...

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Last post by Zbest
Tue 15 Dec, 2020 17:45
Jandy Nature2 Fusion Salt Cell question

by Jzg34 » Wed 09 Dec, 2020 09:22

Has anyone found a reliable winter bypass for the fusion system? Hayward is such a no brainer, but haven't found info anywhere on a Fusion. The Jandy website mentions a...

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Last post by Teapot
Wed 09 Dec, 2020 13:57
Automated testing and chemical equipment

by Newpoolguy17 » Sat 05 Dec, 2020 17:25

Hello,

Our municipality requires pool water to be manually tested every 2 hours.

I’d like to find equipment that can test for us automatically and add chemicals...

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Last post by Newpoolguy17
Sat 05 Dec, 2020 17:25
Looking for a pool enclosure

by Rudolf N » Tue 01 Dec, 2020 06:57

Hi everyone,

TL/DR - Please help with ideas to fully enclose my pool.

Long version - I'm new to owning a pool and I need help enclosing it. I live in Australia, I've...

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Last post by Rudolf N
Tue 01 Dec, 2020 06:57
Dirt coming through jets when on waste

by mariannecc » Thu 16 Jul, 2020 08:59

We just renovated our backyard so there was a lot of construction dust etc that ended up in the pool. I quickly realized that no amount of vacuuming was going to remove...

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Last post by swimjen
Sun 22 Nov, 2020 03:32
Barracuda G3 problems

by JMcRae » Tue 10 Nov, 2020 20:50

I think this thing is haunted. Just changed the filter, cleaned the basket filter - normally the G3 just about climbs out of the pool. Barely moving. Diaphragm looks...

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Last post by JMcRae
Tue 10 Nov, 2020 20:50
Looking for new pump and filter.

by Gil123 » Sun 08 Nov, 2020 13:23

Looking to put in a new pump and filter system in my mom's pool. She has a 13,000 gal pool. That stopped priming the pump and filter is about 40 years old.
Hoping to...

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Last post by Gil123
Sun 08 Nov, 2020 13:23
Jandy LXI250n heater not firing off

by Mjaxx51 » Sat 07 Nov, 2020 11:42

Gas is on...pump is on...when I turn spa heater on fan starts up...igniter lights ups..I hear the click approx 30 sec later telling me the gas valve should be supplying...

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Last post by Mjaxx51
Sat 07 Nov, 2020 11:42
Raypak Heater Leaks with "No Demand"

by SI67 » Wed 04 Nov, 2020 00:19

Our pool has a gas-fired Raypak P-R460A-EN-C heater. When the pump is started, the heater is fine while it is "Heating." Once the set water temperature has...

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Last post by SI67
Wed 04 Nov, 2020 00:19
Anyone know of a good reliable dehumidifier?

by clivevon » Tue 27 Oct, 2020 14:11

Anyone know of a good, reliable 240 volt mains electrical dehumidifier?

We have an indoor pool in UK - 28 ft by 14 ft, kept at 30 degrees C & in use all year round....

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Last post by clivevon
Tue 27 Oct, 2020 14:11
Spa jet removal

Attachment(s) by mike232fd » Fri 23 Oct, 2020 15:23

Please see image. How do I take the jet out so I can plug it for the winter?

Thank you!

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Last post by mike232fd
Fri 23 Oct, 2020 15:23
Automated chemical feeder and testing

by Newpoolguy17 » Tue 20 Oct, 2020 19:44

Hello,

I manage a private community pool. 141,000 litres. Approx 30x50 feet.

Our health regulation requires that the pool water be tested 30 mins before opening and...

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Last post by Teapot
Wed 21 Oct, 2020 07:50
Pool Closing Issue

by amped16 » Sun 18 Oct, 2020 20:44

New pool owner here!! In Maryland... I am attempting to close my in-ground pool in my newly purchased house. I do not have a multi-valve (just the skimmer valve into the...

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Last post by amped16
Sun 18 Oct, 2020 20:44

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