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Pump Seal Guide
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ColorSplash Operation Guide
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Green to Clean Guidelines
We will start the Green-to-Clean treatment to clear your pool. Please review the following important guidelines during this process: Do Not Swim For your safety, swimming is strictly prohibited until the treatment is complete. Elevated chlorine and shock chemicals can cause skin and eye irritation, respiratory issues, or more serious health effects. Keep Equipment Running…
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How to Add Salt to a Saltwater Pool
Saltwater pools are often described as “softer” and easier to manage than traditional chlorine pools; but they are not chlorine-free. Instead, they use a salt chlorine generator (salt cell) that converts dissolved salt (NaCl) into chlorine through electrolysis. This process produces hypochlorous acid (HOCl) , also known as free chlorine, the same active sanitizer created…
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How to run your pool Efficiently
Save Energy Without Sacrificing Performance An efficient pool is not about running equipment harder. It’s about running it smarter. This article shares best‑practice guidelines for efficient pool operation that deliver maximum results. 1. Pump Speed and Water Velocity For optimal efficiency, the filter pump should be set to generate water velocities between 6 and 8…
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How to Lower Calcium Hardness in Pool Water
Calcium hardness refers to the concentration of dissolved calcium minerals in pool water. While calcium is necessary to protect plaster and concrete surfaces, excessive calcium hardness can create serious maintenance issues. High calcium levels commonly lead to scale formation, cloudy water, and reduced efficiency of pool equipment. Unlike some other water chemistry parameters, calcium hardness…
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How to Operate Pool with iAqualink
Home Screen Items on the Home Screen Air Temp: Displays the current outdoor air temperature near your pool equipment. Pool Temp: Displays the current pool water temperature when the filter pump is running and the system is NOT in Spa mode. Spa Temp: Displays the current spa water temperature when the filter pump is running…
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How to bleed air from pool filter
Air trapped inside a pool filter can reduce circulation, cause noisy operation, and prevent the pump from priming properly. More importantly, air inside a closed, pressurized system can become compressed. Compressed air stores energy and can raise the internal pressure beyond the system’s normal operating limits, creating a potentially dangerous situation. Bleeding the air removes…
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Residential Pool Cleaning Services
Worry-Free Pool Care, Done Right At Pinch A Penny, we are proud to be the largest pool service company in the United States, serving over 115,000 pools nationwide. Our experienced team is dedicated to keeping your pool clean, safe, and enjoyable all year long. Our Weekly Residential Pool Service is designed to give you a…
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Pool Waterline Sand / Bead Blasting – What to Expect
Thank you for trusting us with the care of your pool. When stubborn waterline stains do not respond to chemical treatments, sand or bead blasting is the most effective and professional solution. This guide explains the process step by step, so you know exactly what to expect and why this method delivers excellent results. Why…