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Any plumbers out there?
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Hello, just hoping someone could help me with some possible plumbing issues. I just had an in-ground spa installed with a waterfall dumping into it and a spillover into a lower pool. I purchased 2…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by david guidero Dec 26, 2011.
Possible blockage in spa plumbing
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Anyone out there know the best way to clear a blockage in the spa plumbing? My contractor suspects a blockage as the suction side of the pump is restricted greatly and can't keep up with the flow…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Pentair Product Technician-Ben Sep 29, 2011.
Intelliflo pump question
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Hello, just a quick question re Intelliflo pumps..........My contractor stated that he was going to install a 3hp Intelliflo pump and another 1 1/2 hp Intelliflo pump for my project. I did a lot of…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jake Gilmer Aug 7, 2011.
Heater selection help (spa only)
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Hello, newbie here trying to figure out proper size of heater for my large spa (spool). I am not sure if I am calculating correctly but I come up with close to 2200 gals which sounds like a lot to…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jake Gilmer Jul 22, 2011.
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Jake Gilmer replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'
"Hi Rick, sorry but I just now saw that you posted this reply. Thanks again for your time as usual. When I turn on the air blower it seems that I get water out of most of the jets but it definitely isn't as good the further down the…"
Jake Gilmer replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'
"No problem here with your honesty. I appreciate you taking the time to share your knowledge. I will definitely call you in the future if the need arises. Thanks again and happy holidays!"
david guidero replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'
"sorry jake i dont mean to be so direct but there is no way to sugar coat it ,
call me anytime for anything hydralics,pool related etc 951-224-9224
or email manager@canyoncrestpoolsupply.com"
Jake Gilmer replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'
"Yes, that seems to be the problem. I honestly don't think that this plumber had any knowledge of how to calculate hydraulics and just plumbed it the same way as he had done for all of his smaller spas (6-8 jets and probably closer to the…"
david guidero replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'
"the max amount of water that 2" pipes can handle is 111 gpm at 11 fps but with hydralic restriction
probably 70-80 gpm but that can only be determined by using test guages on pump
if the jets have smaller openings 12.5 gpm 5…"
Rick Chafey buildredrock.com replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'
"If the air line gets flooded or has dips in it so that the air cannot get past it, the water will literally become a plug in the line, but I assume when you turn on the blower you get plenty of air coming through the jets no? As well if he did…"
Jake Gilmer replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'
"I was told by the referred plumbers (after looking at my pics) that the air line was connected to all 10 jets and he did install an air blower as part of the system. They seemed to think that he should have done two separate air lines (each…"
Rick Chafey buildredrock.com replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'
"We are still likely missing something. There is no way 5 jets should not function properly with 2" plumbing. Is the air loop restricted? Do you have a blower?
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Jake Gilmer replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'
"Still currently working on a resolution. I called Robert and he referred me to a good source. They came over and flushed all of my jet lines, drained the spa, and visually checked to see if there were any blockages up against the smaller…"
Rick Chafey buildredrock.com replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'
"Did you ever get this resolved?
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Rick Chafey buildredrock.com replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'
"got some info for you, send me an email and I will get you the contact info
rickc@buildredrock.com
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Jake Gilmer replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'
"Thanks again Rick. Appreciate it a lot!
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Rick Chafey buildredrock.com replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'
"I do have my feelers out, but did not get a response yet. I will get back with you asap"
Jake Gilmer replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'
"Rick, any luck finding anyone with the knowledge to come out during the show and do an onsite evaluation for us? Thanks again, Jake"
Jake Gilmer replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'
"We are about 15 miles from the strip. If you could recommend someone with your knowledge/expertise of the problem presented that would be great. Thanks in advance for your help, Jake G."
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Question on pump setup
Hello, just had an inground spool installed (approx 1300 galls) with a spillover into a small pool that is approx 400 galls. I also have a waterfall that dumps into the spa. My equipment is approx 100' away from the spa and the spa is slightly elevated (approx 3-4'). We have two of the Intelliflow pumps VS 3050. One is running our waterfall (overkill I know, but wanted to be able to dial in the precise flow) and another pump that is being used for 10 jets in spa and circulation both. The… Continue
Posted on September 6, 2011 at 12:04pm — 4 Comments
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