"The DE falls to the bottom almost as soon as the pump turns off. This is expected.
The inside of the pleats may not hose off. If this is the case, a soaking in either TSP or cheap dish washing powder solves this. Hose off after soaking.
The special…"
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Can an IS-10 be configured to allow speed changes on a VS or VF series pump on the fly?
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Lets say a customer has a Pool and Spa combo. Either an EasyTouch or Intellitouch and and IS-10 spa side controller with a VS or VF. If the customer and his wife like different flows from the spa's…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Pentair Product Technician-Ben Dec 15, 2010.
Android App for Screen Logic
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Is one being developed? Apple's Antennae-Gate and that they are AT&T only in the US vs. Android phones on all carriers makes this an obvious path, IMHO.Scott BairPoolGuyNJContinue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Pentair Product Technician-Ben Aug 24, 2010.
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Scott Bair replied to Sara G. - Community Manager's discussion 'What type of filter do you recommend -- sand, DE or cartridge?'
Scott Bair replied to Sara G. - Community Manager's discussion 'What type of filter do you recommend -- sand, DE or cartridge?'
"Since you have an Intelliflo VS, I have to assume you have a flow meter since you mentioned flow rates and this pump doesn't provide that information.
I also assume you are directly plumbed, no push pull or multiport valve in place.
I…"
Scott Bair replied to Sara G. - Community Manager's discussion 'What type of filter do you recommend -- sand, DE or cartridge?'
"Consider that a single speed pump, greater than 1.5 HP would produce over 75 GPM using 2" plumbing in this filter to produce at least 14 to 16 PSI in the tank. Running at 25 GPM takes a LOT less power and as a result, will yield a lot…"
Scott Bair replied to Rick Chafey buildredrock.com's discussion 'Suggestions for Pentair Product Improvements or Developments'
"All three use incompatible sync signals so they won't sync. The only thing I can think of would be to set them to on individual relays and manually set each for the desired color or built in light shows for each using a macro.
Scott"
Scott Bair replied to Bob Schenke's discussion 'Filter Pressure'
"I there air in the pump? A pump will suck air before it sucks water. A pool pump though, won't compress the air enough to give a reading on the gauge."
Scott Bair replied to Pentair Product Technician's discussion 'FNS Plus DE Filter Valve'
"No. That is not the correct MPV for your filter. You want 271152 for 2" or 261177 for 1.5" pool plumbing."
Scott Bair replied to Robert Payan's discussion 'FNSP48 DE filter high pressure'
"DE filters need to be disassembled anually. This is to remove any of the cake that doesn't backwash out and to give you the opportunity degrease and inspect the grids. While there are "filter degreasers", a clean trash can and some…"
Scott Bair replied to Sara G. - Community Manager's discussion 'What type of filter do you recommend -- sand, DE or cartridge?'
"When using a cartridge system, get the largest you can. Thes minimzes the cleaning frequency and the cartridges tend to last longer. Sized this way, you can get as much as 5 or 6 years from properly cared for cartridges. Smaller systems tend to max…"
Scott Bair replied to Pentair Product Technician's discussion 'How Do I Remove Filter Manifold?'
"@adam, you are likely correct that all the DE didn't backwash out. This is normal, especially if you adding scooped DE to the skimmer instead of mixing it in a 5 gallon bucket into a slurry.
When simply scooping it into the skimmer, it tends to…"
Scott Bair replied to Bill's discussion 'saving the salt cell'
"If the water temps are below 65, using Clorox unscented bleach or other store brands that are labled 6% sodium hypochlorite, is a better alternative if your current stabilizer levels are between 50 and 80. Using tabs will add additional stabizer,…"
Scott Bair replied to Jane Moore's discussion 'Pool leaks when equipment is running'
"ALD is going to cost more. ALD may not serve your location. As was mentioned before, they are a franchise. A local pool service is likely to be less costly.
Given that the biggest losses are seen when th equipment is running, I would expect…"
Scott Bair replied to Pentair Product Technician's discussion 'Pool Cover'
"Pool covers get exposed to some pretty harsh conditions. Sun, cold, rain and snow, all take their toll over time. Most safety covers last from 5 to 15 years, depending on the manufacturer and environment."
Scott Bair replied to Sara G. - Community Manager's discussion 'In my skimmer, one pipe has suction (mostly), the other has rocks.'
"Most skimmers are directly plumbed to the equipment pad. Most skimmers have 1.5" and 2" ports. Sometimes a skimmer may be plumbed to the main drain.
That being said, I would be willing to be there is a pipe plug in your second port and the…"
Scott Bair replied to Jane Moore's discussion 'Pool leaks when equipment is running'
"Many/most pool services have the capability to pressure test the lines and find your leak."
Scott Bair replied to maggie essayan's discussion 'Pool closing'
"What kind of cover? IF its solid and the was water balanced and the pool clean, don't sweat it.
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Scott Bair replied to Guy van Empel's discussion 'phosphates'
"Phosphates are algae food but it takes a while for algae to get hungry. Keeping the Free Chlorine at its proper level will kill algae before it has time to eat."
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