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    PICS Included: Newer TFP user / Problem areas with Algae

    Thank you, Richard. Yes, this makes a lot of sense although I was hoping to not have to slam. Oh well, probably for the best. I like the idea about the PVC fittings, and may try that to get the circulation directed over there. Yes, you are right, the area where the stools are is a problem area!
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    PICS Included: Newer TFP user / Problem areas with Algae

    I'm using the Taylor Test kit K-2006. Yes, the problem areas are indeed in the spots that are not circulated as well. What would an ideal FC level be? In one article here for "Water balance for SWGs" it had stated 4-6ppm is the recommended level. The calculator says 4ppm I think?... What FC...
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    PICS Included: Newer TFP user / Problem areas with Algae

    Thank you everyone in advance for all of the input! Bought a pool (that came with a house) 5 months ago. Previous owner only ran the pump 3 times a week and did not know much about how to take care of it (cloudy, algae problems, calcium scaling, etc.). After reading through this site and...
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    New Homeowner / Pool owner in SoCal

    Thanks so much everyone. I'll start trying all of the suggestions over the weekend and post my results on Monday. Much appreciated!
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    New Homeowner / Pool owner in SoCal

    My gosh, there is a lot to learn about this stuff. I'm slowly taking it all in and am happy to have found this forum! Still making my way through the pool school, but thought I'd throw down my first post. Just bought a house last Friday. The former owners didn't take the best care of this...