Hayward H-Series Heater Leaking Water? How to Tell If the Heat Exchanger Is Bad (FDXLHXA1400)
A leaking Hayward H-Series heater doesn't always mean a dead heat exchanger, but sometimes it does. Here's how to tell the difference and when the FDXLHXA1400 replacement assembly makes more...
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Hayward ProLogic Display Blank or Frozen? How to Tell If the Main Board Is Bad (GLX-PCB-PRO)
A blank or frozen Hayward ProLogic display often means the main circuit board has failed. Here is how to rule out simpler causes first, and when to replace the GLX-PCB-PRO...
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Pool Vacuum Losing Suction? Try a Hayward Skim-Vac Plate (SP1106)
If your pool vacuum keeps losing suction, the Hayward SP1106 Skim-Vac plate is often the cheapest fix. Here's why suction drops and how this plate solves it.
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Hayward pH Probe Reading Wrong? How to Test and Replace It (GLX-PROBE-PH)
Is your Hayward automation system showing a pH reading that's stuck or way off? Here's how to tell if the GLX-PROBE-PH pH probe is bad, how to test it, and...
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How Often Should You Replace Hayward SwimClear Filter Cartridges? (CX880XREPAK4)
Hayward SwimClear cartridges usually last two to four seasons before cleaning stops bringing them back. Here is how to tell when your set is done and what the CX880XREPAK4 replacement...
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Hayward AquaRite Not Working? How to Tell If the Main Board Is Bad (GLX-PCB-RITE)
If your Hayward AquaRite stopped making chlorine or the display went blank, the GLX-PCB-RITE main board could be the reason. Here is how to check the cheap stuff first and...
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Hayward SP0714T Vari-Flo Multiport Valve Leaking? Causes and Fixes
A leaking Hayward SP0714T Vari-Flo multiport valve almost always comes down to a worn spider gasket or a cracked valve body. Here is how to tell which problem you have...
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Pentair IntelliBrite 5G Pool Light Not Changing Colors? How to Fix It (Model 601001)
Is your Pentair IntelliBrite 5G stuck on one color or not turning on? Here are the most common causes and how to fix them before you replace the light.
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Pentair MasterTemp 300 Won't Ignite? Troubleshooting Steps (Model 460734)
If your Pentair MasterTemp 300 (model 460734) won't ignite, the cause is usually water flow, gas supply, or the ignition system itself. Here's how to work through each one before...
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How to Remove a Stuck Hayward Super II Pump Lid (SP3100T)
A stuck lid on a Hayward Super II pump usually comes down to vacuum pressure or a swollen o-ring. Here is how to get it off safely with the SP3100T...
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Hayward Power-Flo LX & II Strainer Housing: Replacement Guide (Model SP1516)
A cracked or leaking strainer housing is one of the most common failures on Hayward Power-Flo LX and Power-Flo II pumps. Here is how to spot the problem and replace...
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How Much Does It Cost to Replace a Pool Pump Motor? (2026 Pricing)
A 2026 pricing guide for pool pump motor replacement. What a new motor costs, what installers charge, and when replacing just the motor beats buying a whole new pump.
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Best Variable Speed Pool Pumps in 2026: Pentair vs. Hayward Compared
Comparing the best variable speed pool pumps in 2026. We put the Pentair IntelliFlo3 VSF 011065 up against the Hayward MaxFlo VS SP23115VSP on price, features, and which pool each...
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Spring Pool Equipment Startup Checklist (Pump, Filter, Heater, Salt System)
A step-by-step spring startup checklist for your pool pump, filter, heater, and salt system. What to check, what order to do it in, and the mistakes that cost people money.
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How to Winterize a Pentair IntelliFlo Variable Speed Pump
Draining a Pentair IntelliFlo variable speed pump before the first hard freeze takes about 20 minutes and can save you the cost of a new pump. Here is the full...
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Why Your Poolvergnuegen Pool Cleaner Won't Climb Walls
If your Poolvergnuegen pool cleaner won't climb walls, the cause is almost always worn tires, weak suction, or worn skirts. Here's how to check each one and get it climbing...
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