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How worried should I be able 8+ pH with a liner pool? I tested today and was 8.2 We used the pool for the first time this weekend. Lots of splashing and kids jumping. Have SWCG also. I don’t mind dosing with acid, but if it’s not needed I’d skip it!

new build and have the Pentair TA60 sand filter. Until today I had not installed the filter gauge. I did buy the really nice one of tftestkits.net Once I installed I ran, before backwashing, and with the diverter valve set to run through the HP I had just shy of 10psi at 40gpms. When I bypassed...

I’m looking to have you all check my logic…. I don’t have automation but I have the relay board installed on my Intelliflo3 pump and the “high current” side of the board is available for use. The “low current” side drives my IC40. The 8450 has 2 wire control, the standard 24VAC fireman’s...

When you say the bypass works… have you gotten the bypass valve to open/close based of HP demand? If so, did do that through the EasyTouch or through the HP? I know the HP can control 2x 3-way valves and I’m hoping I can utilize that built in feature to regulate bypass of the HP pending HP...

Is there a “math” equation to roughly figure out how long to run my SWCG and at what %? Meaning, if I know I’m adding ~30oz of 10% LC every 14days I should, in turn, start my SWCG to run for Xhrs at X% output to start. Probably overthinking it… but thought I’d ask. New pool owner. :)

I see this stuff is recommended in the Wiki and on Jandy site for use with the diverter valves. I bought some. Can it be used for all my sch 40 “normal” pvc joints as well? I think I read that it can be, but thought I’d check with folks that have experience.

How would you all suggest I replumb this. I know enough to know this is a poopy layout. And, I think, I have an idea. But, wondering the thoughts of the many… My plan is to bring the line from the sand filter up a few inches and run it to the inlet of the HP. A few inches prior to the inlet...

Is there any best practice for size/style wire I should run for the digital inputs? I’ll be connecting my Raypak 8450 HP to me Intelliflo3. I have tons of 12AWG Stranded. I realize that’s overkill, but I thought I’d use it unless there was a reason to use something different.

checking my logic… My system is 240v so I would run both 120v legs to the supply side of the relay board and than both switched legs, from the device side, to the supply terminals of the power center for the IC40. Am I thinking of this correctly?

I did my first check on salt and CH tonight since our initial fill. 5000ppm salt (Taylor test strip and drop test both shower 5000) - the builder dumped salt in when they finished and I didn’t know. My ic40 says 3600 ideal and 6000 max. Am I okay to just let this ride and slowly adjust as I add...

I’m struggling to find a calculator that works for my pool. I have a sport pool with the shallow ends on either side of the deep end plus stadium stairs and I’ll I can find is “avg depth” type calculators. I think my 15,000g size is high and I want to confirm so I can more accurately add...

Note, before reading, that I have no Automation currently. I noted in the raypak manual that it has the ability to output a digital signal to a VSP pump to call for pump operation during heat/cool operation. Am I reading this correctly that I could program the Raypak to communicate to my...

I plan to wire the relay board (5A) to control on/off for my IC40. Installer told me I didn't need to as the flow switch in the IC40 was designed to control on/off. I don't like that idea. Flow switches are failsafes in my eyes. Additionally I would like to use the higher amperage (16A) relay...

Our pool is finished! Pic attached for fun! We mixed the salt in today and ran everything for pool school but it’s still very cold and I had the builder winterize until we’re ready to open in. There are no chemicals at all in the pool, fresh city water fill and salt is all. Should I add...

My equipment is located near my cedar fence and is already surrounded on 2 sides by the fence. My plan is to fully enclose the area, leaving lots of space for storage and service access. The entire space will like be 20’ x 8’. Any concerns you can think of with airflow? Particularly with the...

Reading the manual for the Raypak 8450 it says in bold “do not exceed 5ppm FC” Our pool is salt water so I’m expecting to have 70-80 CYA which would require much for FC than 5. If im reading right is be around 10 FC. Thoughts? Should I be concerned??

Our build spec was for an UltraTemp 120h/c. Apparently the supply house has Raypak 8450Ti-E-HC in stock and allocated this unit in place of the ultratemp. Thoughts on this? At first I was frustrated but as I be researched the Raypak I actually think I got a bigger/better unit? No automation...

Any feedback on this for a new build? I see reference to Jandy Never Lube on the TFP pages, and I know this is different. But, is okay? Should I ask for something different?

Our PB mentioned that he may want to try and tent the pool area, heat the surrounding areas to 60°+ and install the liner. Thoughts on this? Anyone ever had this done?

Checking to see if anyone has done this? Seems doable to use the relay to control the on/off of the heat pump.

Mid-build on a 16x30 VL pool. Intelliflo3 VSF 3hp IC40 Ultratemp 120 H/C TA60 sand filtwr 2 x microbrite Auto cover Currently planning to install a 100A subpanel at the equip pad. First off… should I be considering an Intellicenter? Second off… what should I expect to pay if I do? Third...

How would you suggest the equipment be laid out? Pentair Intelliflo3 VSF 3hp Pentair Ultratemp 120H/C Pentair IC40 SWCG Pentair TA60 sand filter A few notes… I have tons of space as I’m pouring ~1500 sq feet of concrete decking, building a gazebo, etc… and the equipment will be at the far...

My builder suggests the brass ones. I’ve seen a lot of people use the plastic. Thoughts?

How do you like these? I just bought some for our pool install. Any feedback?

I read in the Ultratemp wiki that there is an issue with the chiller mode and the set point functionality that can lead to burning up the fan due to the constant cycling. It mentions that this issue will be addressed in IntelliCenter firmware V1.046. Was it addressed? Is that fixed? Is...

This forum has been an amazing source of information. We signed our contract with the PB in Feb and break ground Monday 12/4. I wanted to share our progress during the build through pictures and comments so I can get your feedback along the way. 16x30 IG vinyl liner salt water sport pool...

We break ground 12/4! I’ll post pictures than. 16x30 vinyl liner with auto cover. Pentair equipment. Any suggestions on stuff we should look at buying for pool season since it’s Black Friday?

Our dig day is 12/4. I did a walk through with the electrician this week and discussed what we wanted. He had no additional suggestions (weird, right??). I am a "do it right or don't do it at all" type of person... so I thought I would ask you all if I am missing anything... We are installing a...

Our PB is suggesting a Polaris 380 w/ booster pump because we have an auto cover. He says the robots typically require the cover open or cord ran through the skimmer. Anyone have experience otherwise? I really want to use a robot. I plan to have the plumbing installed and capped for a booster...

Hello! We’re about to start a build for a 16x30 sport/play pool. 3’/6’/3’ style build. I know we’re going to use the Intelliflo pump. I think 1.5hp is plenty big enough, but, 3hp would run with less effort and be more efficient and quiet. Correct?