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How do you replace a circ pump in a hot tub?

How do you replace a circ pump in a hot tub? The circ pump is also likely screwed into the base of the equipment bay, remove the screws in the pump base, and set aside to use later on the new pump. Since there commonly are no cut-off valves on either side of a low flow circ pump, if your spa is full of water you will spill some water while installing a new circ pump. How do you shut off a circ pump? Shut off the Water: Most circ pumps don't have isolation valves on either side; slice valves...

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Can a Pentair pool control panel be installed at home?

Can a Pentair pool control panel be installed at home? If you aren’t interested in mobile control, a pool control panel can be installed at your home for easy pool control. With Pentair pool controls you can adjust your pool lighting, water features and more at the touch of a button.Take control of your pool today with a Pentair pool control system. What makes a Pentair pool heater heat up? The air space above the burners heats up, which heats the copper finned tubes laying on the top of the combustion box. The water circulating through the copper heat exchanger...

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Why is my fiberglass pool losing water?

Why is my fiberglass pool losing water? Leaks on fiberglass installations fall into two general categories: cracks in the system's fittings and pipes, and cracks in the fiberglass shell itself. As with other types of pools, most water loss can be traced to leakage somewhere on the system's suction or return lines. Why is my pool losing so much water? No matter which season you are in, your pool can lose inches of water a week. Natural causes such as wind, heat and humidity can contribute to pool water loss. This is a big deal, because if your water level...

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What happened to Jandy?

What happened to Jandy? When the Jandy line becomes trade exclusive in January, upwards of 400 skus can no longer be sold on the internet. Starting Jan. 1, 2019, Zodiac Pool Systems will no longer allow its Jandy Pro Series line of products to be sold on the internet. Does Jandy own zodiac? Zodiac Pool Systems, Inc., a subsidiary of Zodiac Marine & Pool, S.A.S., is a global leader in swimming pool and spa products and services. The company's comprehensive product lines are marketed under the leading brand names of Zodiac®, Polaris®, Jandy Pro Series®, Baracuda®, Nature2®, and Cover-Pools®. Who...

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Why is my air conditioner vent leaking water?

Why is my air conditioner vent leaking water? The first question in your mind when you see a leak is probably, “Why is my AC vent leaking water?” Unfortunately for you, there are actually several reasons why: The drain pipe is clogged. It’s an important part of the system. Its main role is to filter the water. Why are the vents on my roof leaking water? Most air vent styles prevent direct intrusion of water. But some roof air vents sit fairly flat to the roof, with a mushroom style hood and unprotected sides. And on occasion a hard driving...

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Which way is off on water meter?

Which way is off on water meter? clockwise Locate the tap/gate valve (examples below) on the inlet side of the meter and turn it clockwise to turn the water supply off. Can I turn off my water at the meter? If it is located inside your house, it will most likely be a gate or “wheel” valve that you'll simply turn clockwise to stop the flow of water. Another way to shut off the water is to go to the water meter box. Just be careful not to mess with the city shutoff side of the meter. What are'upstream'and'downstream'in fluid...

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How high should sink stub outs be?

How high should sink stub outs be? Re: Standard height for under sink connections? The drain stub out can be 12" from the floor to accommodate a disposer, even if you don't plan on installing one. The H&C water could be 16" off the floor. These measurement should work for you. What is the rough-in height for a bathroom sink? The rough-in height for a sink drain is 20”-24” and depends on the counter, vanity, or trap. Bathroom sinks can have an 18” rough-in but should not exceed 24”. You can adjust sink drain height and depth during the installation...

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How do I fix my electric hot water heater?

How do I fix my electric hot water heater? Start by ruling out power problems. First, reset any tripped circuit breaker, and replace any blown fuse. Next, check if power is being supplied to the electric water heating element thermostat. Test the element, and if it's faulty, replace it. What should the TEC of a water tank be? We strongly recommend a Tank Flush, before installing our product, turning up the tanks thermostat to 140 degrees for 8 hours (overnight) then back down to the pre-set temperature the next day. This will kill any residual sulfate bacteria. Consider this procedure...

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Why does my dishwasher keep saying drain?

Why does my dishwasher keep saying drain? Some of the common reasons your dishwasher may constantly be draining include water in the base, the drain hose is below water level or a faulty flow meter. Can dishwasher drain go after P trap? The water that always sits in the bottom of the P-trap is what prevents sewer gases from coming in to the house. The dishwasher drain must be connected before the P-trap, not after it, which is what was done here. With this improper installation, sewer gases have the potential to come back in to the dishwasher. How do...

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What does a plumbing contractor do?

What does a plumbing contractor do? A plumbing contractor — an individual or company — deals almost exclusively with new construction, remodels and renovation, and handles plumbing tasks that involve water supply, septic systems, and so on. plumbing contractors and specialty plumbers. How does a contractor make a bid? Submission: Contractors review the project documents, contact subcontractors, and crunch the numbers. Then they submit their bids by the required deadline. Selection: After receiving all qualified bids, the client chooses the winning contractor. As mentioned earlier, the decision often comes down to cost. How do I write a plumbing contract? How...