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

Topics: 571, Posts: 1854

Last post Re: Vac hose fitting for gett…
by Teapot1
Fri 28 Jun, 2024 15:10
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: 322, Posts: 894

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by markcholland
Fri 22 Sep, 2023 07:57
Pool Equipment & Other Pool Maintenance
Automatic pool cleaners, vacuum heads, pool covers,
decks, fencing, pool alarms and security ....

Topics: 1060, Posts: 3232

Last post floating Polaris 380
by marconewt
Mon 26 Aug, 2024 21:58

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Step by Step Instructions for Ensuring Easy Pool Opening
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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 Denniswiseman
Wed 19 May, 2021 04:23
floating Polaris 380

by marconewt » Mon 26 Aug, 2024 21:58

my 380 seems to run nicely except for it will float many times. Once I saw the bag full of air which seemed to help it to float. But without the airy bag, it will float...

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Last post by marconewt
Mon 26 Aug, 2024 21:58
Rheem Pool Heater Control Board

Attachment(s) by palmeroj » Mon 26 Aug, 2024 18:27

Hi everyone,

I have a bad control board on my Rheem pool heater. The connector for the temperature sensor (green arrow) came off the board. The solder points are very...

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Last post by palmeroj
Mon 26 Aug, 2024 18:27
Globrite to microlite swap

by U2vertigo1 » Mon 22 Jul, 2024 16:54

Hi all. I am attempting to install microlite where a globrite died.
I added the adapter thinking I was good to go.
Not so sure..
There is a vinyl raised faceplate around...

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Last post by U2vertigo1
Mon 22 Jul, 2024 16:54
Pool Filter filling with air when pool cleaner attached

by Zonie » Sun 07 Jul, 2024 18:13

Hi folks, we have truly stumped our pool tech. Our cartridge filter fills with air when connecting the pool cleaner through one of the two holes in the bottom of the...

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Last post by Zonie
Sat 20 Jul, 2024 15:20
Vac hose fitting for getting into tight spaces

by Writchey » Mon 21 May, 2012 13:47

You know the "wand" most home vacuum cleaners supply with their vacuum? The thing you fit to the end of the vac hose so you can get in cracks and crevices? I...

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Last post by Teapot1
Fri 28 Jun, 2024 15:10
Problems with my pump

by beastbrawl » Sun 09 Jun, 2024 18:48

Our pump won't push water into the pool with any power until we backwash the sand filter, and then the pressure only lasts for half a day. I looked online and it...

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Last post by Denniswiseman
Fri 28 Jun, 2024 12:07
Should I switch to battery robot from water powered?

by mknmike » Mon 13 May, 2024 07:47

I only recently realized that the pump that powers the robot for my pool consumes more power than the main pump (which is also single speed).

My robot is functional...

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Last post by jordan01
Fri 21 Jun, 2024 09:10
thoughts on how to fix this?

Attachment(s) by DDC69729146 » Sun 02 Jun, 2024 14:36

Thoughts on How to fix this?
an ice storm and long frozen spell we went thru. froze the top of the water and the weight of the ice pulled the return line down and thru...

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Last post by DDC69729146
Sun 02 Jun, 2024 14:36
Intellichem Thread

by cinoaz » Tue 28 May, 2024 14:30

If anyone else out there is using the Pentair Intellichem, here is a spot we can lament together on our decision to purchase it. Not saying its bad, but, for something...

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Last post by Teapot1
Tue 28 May, 2024 14:47
Regular pool maintenance in Turks and Caicos

by Pooltime » Wed 15 May, 2024 11:21

Hello,
Our house won't be ready for 5 months but the pool and hot tub are filled. What is the minimum maintenance I need or can I just leave it for 5 months-obviously...

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Last post by Teapot1
Thu 16 May, 2024 09:00
Vinyl liner replacement and step gasket

by tim0476 » Thu 09 May, 2024 07:42

Just got a new liner installed and had the pool company replace the step gasket, face plates, beauty strips etc. First let me say I have ZERO confidence in this pool...

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Last post by tim0476
Mon 13 May, 2024 12:44
Pool Equipment Bonding help

by mortacci » Wed 21 Feb, 2024 00:07

Today I was installing a Jandy Truclear system and need to connect the ground lug on the bottom of the panel to the equipment or ground it. Instructions say to bond it...

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Last post by mknmike
Mon 13 May, 2024 07:42
Leaking Pool?
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by mknmike » Sat 04 Jun, 2022 11:39

We have owned this 1950’s style pool for about a year at this newly purchased property.

I noticed I had to add water or the skimmer would suck air.

We started...
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Last post by mknmike
Tue 07 May, 2024 20:38
help fix swimming pool problem

by Baylin Wyatt » Wed 17 Apr, 2024 15:41

The tiles in my swimming pool are broken and I would like to change new one, what kind of glue is the best to stick the tiles that is not harmless to the body, is there...

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Last post by Teapot1
Thu 18 Apr, 2024 13:04
How to drain return line so I can repair in line chlorinator

by fmonte555 » Wed 17 Apr, 2024 22:33

I need to replace the tubing fittings but when I unscrew it water gushes out. Is there a way to stop it or do I just have to let it empty on it's own? Thank you.

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Last post by Denniswiseman
Thu 18 Apr, 2024 01:52
Upgrade Pool Control Panel

Attachment(s) by FrogInfested » Sun 14 Apr, 2024 16:47

Hi, Everyone-

We have an older pool panel controller, an Aqualink RS6. We would like to change this over to something more modern that has a smartphone app that we can...

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Last post by Teapot1
Mon 15 Apr, 2024 08:35
DE filter grids filling up with water?

by fmonte555 » Wed 10 Apr, 2024 09:24

I took out my grids to clean them thouroughly and inspect (very closely) them for any tears that might cause them to fail. Happily they looked in great condition however...

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Last post by fmonte555
Wed 10 Apr, 2024 09:24
Do I need a pool light.

by fmonte555 » Sat 06 Apr, 2024 09:26

I am in the process of resurfacing my pool. I picked out a pool light but it won't be in until after the pool is resurface and filled. Do you have to have a light...

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Last post by Teapot1
Sat 06 Apr, 2024 13:38
Endless pool technical problem

by Tomomac » Sat 14 Jul, 2018 17:37

Good Afternoon,

Can anyone help. - I have an Endless Pools unit that has a technical issue.

For those that know - the unit itself is fairly straight forward. It has a...

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Last post by Teapot1
Wed 03 Apr, 2024 03:02

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