Recent content by Bob2010

New to TFP and has been very helpful!

recently based on some advice I was reading here I turned my main drains 75% closed so that I could have more skimming of the pool surface. This worked but for the same rpm I was running prior 1800-2300 I’ve noticed some air bubbles at the top of the pump basket. At 2300 it’s just a few but at...

Yes sorry it does and gradually goes up as I cycle through the rpm

Hi thanks for all the info and discussion. I want to clarify that I don't run the pump at 3200, only for 30 seconds or so to check my pressure every few days. I could use a different baseline but I'm not sure that would change the original dilemma I was having because I haven't noticed the...

I've been reading the wealth of information contained here and from what I can tell I should backwash When my filter pressure is 25% above baseline. I have 1.5 inch plumbing with a 1.5 hp VS pump. I use 3200 rpm to gauge and post backwash pressure is around 18. Based on that I should be...

Pool is covered most of the time with auto cover so debris load will be minimal other than probably initially start up post winter. That is good to know about sand filters. New to the pool ownership but based on some reading here I was getting the impression deep cleaning of the sand is...

Due to the location of my equipment I am looking to switch from sand to cartridge. I am unable to deep clean my sand due to the location of the filter and no easy way to let water overflow the tank. Moving the filter for deep cleaning would not be feasible. Due to this I suspect with time I...

Yes, when I started the SLAM I would see more of a line of this stuff collect in the crease there, but now its down to those few specs. One last question should I backwash my sand filter once I end the SLAM? I didn't do that last SLAM though I'm not sure if that would be a reason for things...

I have an automatic cover which is recessed in a vault. Given my need to RESLAM I am going to give the top of the cover a good once over with a mild detergent and scrub, as well as clean out the vault of physical debris and scrub it down with some bleach. I'm just not sure how to tackle the...

Thanks everyone for the help. Was able to get someone to do an oclt for me today and was 0 (15 and 15). Water is Crystal but I’m still noting what I think is dead algae near skimmer in the am. (See pic). Before there was more settling it’s less now but should I keep slamming until this stops...

I have a separate skimmer and main drain line that goes to a 3 way jandy valve and then to my pump. If I’m understanding correctly I should point the off part (currently not facing any of the 3 pipes) towards the main drain (maybe around 50%?). Any problems this could cause to the valve or...

Is this just a faceplate? I just don’t want to unscrew anything that could cause issues with leaking etc. but I’m guessing underneath is the plate that’s screwed into the liner and pool similar to the lights?

Main drains yes. No other addons. I scrubbed down the skimmer and door as well. I’m a little hesitant to open the drain. Pool is only a couple years old but I don’t want to create a leak or anything through the liner. That being said I’m not sure how the drain or covers work in terms of the...