Risks of not vacuuming

[johnly]

The pool has been open for almost a week and it's been fantastic. Water is still clear and warming nicely under the sun.

Today's test results:

FC - 5.5
TC - 5.5
TA - 110
CYA - 30
PH - 7.7
CH - 275
76 deg

I don't currently have a vacuum and hose, and it might be another week, perhaps longer, before I do. I do my best with the net, but it's obviously a poor substitute. Are there any risks to not vacuuming for a while, or am I playing with fire leaving organic matter in the water?

 

[ckk81]

Do you have a lot accumulating? (post a pic?) If you have a floor drain you can push some things that have settled toward it.

 

[johnly]

There isn't a lot. I'd estimate a shot glass or two.

 

[ckk81]

I'd say you're quite fine. Hello for Kzoo!

 

[triptyx]

Make sure you're brushing, and fish out the larger items by hand if the pool is warm enough.

I can't comment as to whether or not that's horrible, but if you can keep stuff from sitting too long and possibly staining the liner then you're in better shape than not doing anything at all.