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What RPM should I run my Hayward variable speed pump?

Is solar pool heating worth it? You can significantly reduce swimming pool heating costs by installing a solar pool heater. They’re cost competitive with both gas and heat pump pool heaters, and they have very low annual operating costs. Actually, solar pool heating is one of the most cost-effective use of solar energy in some climates.

How do you clean a coral stone deck? Natural or mildly alkaline cleansers should be used when cleaning coral stone. If unsealed, steam cleaning is recommended every three months to kill microorganisms colonized within the stone. Spills should be cleaned immediately by blotting with a paper towel. Avoid wiping the area to prevent spreading the spill.

How do you install a solar pool controller?

What is a pool log? A pool log is a tool used by certified pool operators or pool managers to record findings and actions performed during regular pool maintenance checks.

What causes pool pump capacitor failure? If the motor runs lightly-loaded, also known as hot, it can cause high capacitor voltage, ultimately leading to failure. Light-loading or running hot can occur due to restrictions, such as an air leak. The capacitor is faulty from the start, either it is from a bad batch or mishandled before it installed.

How do I charge my Aiper smart pool cleaner?

Why is my pool pump running high pressure? High pressure usually indicates a dirty pool filter, time to backwash or pull out the filter cartridge for cleaning. Be careful with high filter pressure, as filter tanks can rupture with deadly force.

Which way does water flow through a pool pump?

What should the PSI be on a Hayward pool pump? Generally speaking, a pressure reading between 10 – 25 psi can be considered normal. Once you have installed a new filter, turn everything on and take a baseline reading. Each time that you change your pool filter take a new baseline reading.