GLX-PCB-MAIN vs. GLX-PCB-PRO vs. GLX-PCB-RITE: Which Hayward Main Board Do You Need?
Hayward's three Goldline main boards look almost identical, but each one only fits certain systems. Here's how to match the GLX-PCB-MAIN, GLX-PCB-PRO, and GLX-PCB-RITE to the right control panel before...
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Pentair MasterTemp Display Blank or Buttons Not Working? How to Tell If the Control Board Is Bad (461105)
A blank display or dead buttons on a Pentair MasterTemp heater usually points to the control board or its power supply. Here is how to test it and when to...
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How to Upgrade a Hayward ProLogic to OmniPL (HLXPROUPG Retrofit Kit)
The Hayward HLXPROUPG retrofit kit converts an aging ProLogic system to OmniPL without rewiring the whole equipment pad. Here is what the kit does, how the install works, and how...
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Pentair IntelliFlo3 vs. IntelliPro3: What's the Difference? (011075 vs 013075)
The Pentair IntelliFlo3 011075 and IntelliPro3 013075 are nearly the same pump sold through different channels. Here's what actually separates them and which one makes sense for your pool.
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How Much DE Do You Add to a Hayward Filter? A Simple Dosage Guide (EC10SC50)
Not sure how much DE powder your Hayward filter needs? Here is the simple rule for a fresh charge, how much to add after backwashing, and why the Hayward EC10SC50...
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IntelliChlor Not Working? How to Tell If the Power Center Is Bad (Pentair 520556)
When an IntelliChlor stops making chlorine, the salt cell gets blamed first. Here is how to figure out whether the real problem is the Pentair 520556 IntelliChlor Power Center before...
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Pentair IntelliFlo Humming or Tripping the Breaker? It Might Be the Motor, Not the Drive (350305S)
A dead IntelliFlo is not always a bad drive. Here is how to tell when the problem is the motor itself, and when the Pentair 350305S replacement motor is the...
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Pentair GloBrite vs. MicroBrite: Which 12V LED Pool Light Should You Buy? (602055 vs 620425)
Comparing the Pentair GloBrite 602055 and MicroBrite 620425 LED pool lights. We cover size, brightness, colors, compatibility, and price so you can pick the right 12V nicheless light for your...
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Pentair IntelliFlo3 011075 vs. 011076: What Does the I/O Board Actually Get You?
The Pentair IntelliFlo3 011075 and 011076 are the same 3HP pump. The 011076 adds an I/O board that lets the pump control other equipment. Here is how to pick between...
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Pentair Valve Actuator Not Turning? How to Test and Replace It (Model 263045)
If your Pentair valve actuator stopped turning, the fix is usually simpler than you think. Here is how to test the 263045 actuator, what the common failures look like, and...
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Hayward HeatPro Heat Pump Not Heating? How to Tell If the Control Board Is Bad (HPX26024139)
If your Hayward HeatPro heat pump won't heat, has a dead display, or behaves erratically, the HPX26024139 control board may be the problem. Here's how to rule out the simple...
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High Filter Pressure and Cloudy Water? How to Tell Your Hayward CX1200RE Cartridge Is Worn Out
If your Hayward C1200 or Star-Clear Plus filter runs at high pressure and the water stays cloudy even after cleaning, the CX1200RE cartridge inside may be worn out. Here is...
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Pentair 357527Z Keypad: Which IntelliFlo Pumps It Fits (and Which It Doesn't)
The Pentair 357527Z keypad only fits IntelliFlo 2 and IntelliPro 2 pumps, models 011028, 011055, 011056, 011057, 011059, and 011060. Here is how to check your pump before you order,...
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Hayward Star-Clear Plus Filter Leaking From the Lid? Check the Filter Head (CX1750B)
A leak at the top of a Hayward Star-Clear Plus filter usually means a bad o-ring or a cracked CX1750B filter head. Here's how to tell which one it is...
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Hayward HL-CHEM Sense and Dispense: How It Works and How to Set It Up
The Hayward HL-CHEM Sense and Dispense kit watches your pool's pH and sanitizer levels through an OmniLogic system and adjusts them automatically. Here's what it does, what it's compatible with,...
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Hayward Heater Clicks but Won't Fire? How to Tell If the Gas Valve Is Bad (FDXLGSV0002)
A failed gas valve is a common reason a Hayward Universal H-Series heater clicks and tries to light but never fires. Here is how to test yours and when to...
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