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A few days late but the latest update is that I performed another backwash and no more debris evident, yay! Also performed the OCULT a couple days ago and the morning test showed no loss in FC so SLAM has been successfully completed. 11 total bottles of 8.25% used during the adventure. I...

Okay, that might be my next step. Geez, that's above the scope of my general pool knowledge. I don't know what does what when it comes down to valves. If I take some photos can you point me into the right direction?

Thank you all! So I woke up this morning and the water is clearing up nicely. Brushed walls, tiles, vacuum hose, etc. and added a gallon to keep up the SLAM process. The filter shows normal readings and circulation is perfect. I am however noticing that plant debris is being thrown into the...

Yep, been able to tell when I no longer hear the waterfall cascading that it's time; then verified with the gauge reading. Performed another backwash this morning and more brushing. Added bleach to keep up the SLAM and it's looking pretty good.

Thanks everyone for the info and encouragement. :bowdown: So..... we started the day with a high reading on my DE Filter guage. Added Muriatic Acid and lowered the PH from 8.2 to 7.2, yay! Couple backwashes later and our numbers are solid. :rockon: PoolMath has me giving 4 gallons of...

Appreciate all the info. Added a signature.:D Tested the PH & CYA and readings are as follows. PH - 8.2 CYA - 60 So I'll lower the PH with Muriatic Acid first, now when doing so should I start the pump & filter with plans of leaving it on throughout this clearing process? Pool is roughly 14000...

After reading and re-reading thru pool school and the sticky from JasonLion, I do have questions on order of sequence. In JasonLion's post he states: 1st Make sure the pump & filter work, knowing how to backwash, and pressure when running normal. I will run the pump & filter till everything...

Hello everyone! Thank you to all the warm welcomes in my Introductory Thread. About to take my first readings with the TF-100 test kit. So.... Here is the current status of the pool. Yuck!!!!!

Thank you, I'm excited and will start a thread today! Thanks for the suggestions, I ordered the TF-100 and it arrived last night! Now the skimmer sock sounds like a brilliant idea, thanks again. Once I knew I needed to treat the problem I stopped using the tabs so it has allowed the algae...

Hello everyone! My name is Preston from San Diego, CA and I've been blessed to own this lovely pool for the past 5 years. I reckon its roughly about 14000 gallons but not exactly sure because of the shape. This photo is also distorted from the wide angle perspective, stitching, etc. The...