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    Conflicting results from multiple tests

    Trying to open the pool.. We had more contamination than I'm used to because of a problem with the winter cover, but I was able to get most of the junk out before adding any chlorine. The water had a slight green tint but I could still clearly see the bottom. 13500 gallon pool. I added 12 or...
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    What to do for vacation?

    First year with an above ground pool, and thanks to this site, was able to get my green pool to clear again! (THANKS!) Now, I'm wondering what would be the best thing to do for when we go away for a beach vacation for a week?? I've got the pump on a timer, and I've been running it from...
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    Is my pump too big?

    I have a brand new above ground, round 24' pool with a sand filter. The installers brought out a Haywood pump thats labeled at 2hp. I have it on an energy monitor switch, and I see that it takes about 830 watts to run, if that matters.. I've been having a bit of trouble with algae this week...
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    New member in Maryland..

    I am a new pool owner, having just had a 24' round above ground pool installed this year.. Having some algae problems, and google brought me here.. Looks like the place to be!! I look forward to learning all I can, and offering help once I learn! :-) -Steve