Methods, systems, and devices for providing communications capabilities to equipment of swimming pools and spas

Abstract

Communications capabilities are supplied to components of pool water recirculation systems, even if the components lack electrical power or supply wires. Capabilities may be furnished by wireless RF devices that connect to existing fittings or ports of the components, for example. The devices are configured to obtain desired information relating to the components (or the water within them) and transmit the information remotely for processing or consideration.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A method of obtaining time-varying information about a water-circulation system of a pool or spa, comprising:
 a. locating a first attachment location of a first component of the system; and   b. mechanically attaching a first electronic transmitting device to the first attachment location.