Green Pool- just discovered TFP
- Thread starter louloubell08
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According to the SLAM video, I need to get my PH 7.2. So I was aiming for that.
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With a pH of 7.6 you are right where you want to be and do not need to make any changes to pH.
- Jun 24, 2021
- 7,507
- Pool Size
- 30000
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- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-60
That bottle is correct. As long as you are outdoors, even overcast, the CYA test is fine.
Realistically , how long should it take for my PH to drop? I added acid at 7:30 and just checked and it is still 7.6. I have a 2HP Hayward Sand Filter.
- May 3, 2014
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- Pool Size
- 6000
- Surface
- Fiberglass
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-40
CDT? Takes about 30 minutes with pump running for the pool to mix sufficiently.
Hi. New question. How often do I check CYA when doing the SLAM method? Every time I take FC reading? I am checking as often as I can, and am adding liquid chlorine frequently.
- Jun 24, 2021
- 7,507
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- 30000
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- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-60
Ignore CYA during SLAM. Focus on FC. When you do your OCLT and Pass FC test, test that sample for CC.
What is the OCLT? And yes, I did re-read my SLAM instructions before asking. Also, am I backwashing at all during this phase? It says as needed, am I waiting for pressure for that?
- Jun 24, 2021
- 7,507
- Pool Size
- 30000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-60
Ha Ha! From the SLAM page:
You are done when:
- CC is 0.5 or lower
- AND you pass an OCLT (i.e.overnight FC loss test shows a loss of 1.0 ppm or less)
- AND pool water is crystal clear with no visible sign of algae (dead or alive) on floor and walls
Yes. Backwash. Note your pressure. When pressure rises 25%, backwash again.
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- May 28, 2020
- 1,216
- Pool Size
- 13000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-45 Plus
Your PoolMath logs show that you're measuring CYA at 60 now when it was 100 yesterday. Is the 60 with the diluted test?
Dang it. In all seriousness, will my green get worse before it gets better?
- Jun 24, 2021
- 7,507
- Pool Size
- 30000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-60
No, it won't get worse...but your reading comprehension won't get worse (I hopeDang it. In all seriousness, will my green get worse before it gets better?
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No, it won't get worse...but your reading comprehension won't get worse (I hope
What if my water was more clear this morning than it is now? Is that a bad sign?
I totally read that looking for the 4 letters, and failed.
No. Regular test. This morning after all the rain last night. We got almost 2"
- Jun 24, 2021
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- Pool Size
- 30000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-60
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It can, and probably will, definitely get more cloudy. More cloudy doesn’t mean more green, it means more cleaning.What if my water was more clear this morning than it is now? Is that a bad sign?
I totally read that looking for the 4 letters, and failed.
Yes, I am brushing. 3rd time today.
Take a progress picture from the same vantage point same time of the day every day and you will see a difference even slight from day to day.
Great advice! Too dark now, but I will tomorrow evening.