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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...

My first slam on opening went fairly smooth (or so I thought), I passed all 3 criteria for 2 days so had let the SWG maintain FCL around 9 most times cya 40) covered pool unless swimming). (Plan to eventually raise to 60) I tested everyday with tft smart stir. FCL always 7.5-10 range. Didn’t...

I will have to check, but I am pretty sure the vault drains right into the gravel/French drains located below the pool deck. I never see water accumulated in it post rain fall etc. I'll have to double check when I clean it out though.

New pool owner - first season, trying to figure out how to position my return jets. 16X32 sports pool with 2 main drains, 1 skimmer and 2 returns. Outlined below roughly for positioning. Skimmer slightly more on steps side as opposed to half way. Two drains in the middle of the pool as...

Unless I want to be unemployed there is really no way for me to do that for the next few weeks. So other than continuing to SLAM for 3-4 weeks does anyone have any suggestions of a way to approach this situation?

I recently had some slippery sections of liner so decided to do a SLAM and brush aggressively before I had a bigger issue to deal with, Cya 40, FC level aiming for 16. Not sure why that happened because my FC levels have been > 7 the whole time, but I am wondering about my autocoder needing to...

Need some help on the best way to clean our our auto cover. Have been through a big backyard Reno and the vault and the top of the cover I'm sure are covered in filth potentially algae etc. I am worried it basically is entering the pool every time I open and close it. What is the best way...

Curious how much FC at 10-12 range will affect the ph test in terms of shade color. With SWG and CYA 60-70 ranges, if you run hot you can be in the 10 or higher category at times which my readings says will affect the ph test and make it look higher than it is. Will it be very significant at...

This may be a dumb question but I have an auto cover and it’s hard for me to leave the pool open for long periods of time so if doing the sock method how long does it usually take say 1 pound of cya to dissolve with this method?

With adding a sock with cya to the skimmer is there any worry of localized ph drop and corrosion of pool equipment such as copper heaters or is the acid too weak for that to occur with pump running? Also if you have a vs pump should you run it at your usual max for the 24 hours? Ie I run mine...

No mineral system I have not tested the fill water, but the house is a new construction with no copper piping (including the exterior hose bib) which I use to top up the water about 1 inch -2 inch every few weeks depending on backwashing frequency, otherwise pool is covered so minimal...

I have the aquarite low salt system. From what I can tell I'm supposed to run it between 1200-1800 ppm, though this could be an error? I think you already answered the first part. I meant SWG with copper heating coil. My worry is why I have these copper levels in my pool. My thought was for...

I would just like to start with a big thanks to the community. FOr a new pool owner this has been a great resource of information. I have a raypak 266 natural gas heater for my pool, I believe it's a copper exchanger. I have an aquarite low salt system running at 1700-1800 ppm salt. Most...

I was at one of the local pool stores today and usually they were using the drop method previously seemed like Taylor kits. Today they had this new setup Xpress Flex Xpress Flex by Taylor Technologies. There was some info I read there when I found it. Anyway I wanted to see how it would do...