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    Algae bloom question

    Sorry duplicate post.
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    Algae bloom question

    No, I have a robotic cleaner. I use the suction side to manually vacuum if there are a lot of solids blown in.
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    Algae bloom question

    FC-13 PH 7.5 CY A=50 Still green. Been using a secondary test for cya. Updated taylor kit to one you suggested. Be here in two days. Was 105F so could have had evaporation leading to higher CYA I guess. Round 3 tonight. Hopefully get there. Is it safe to use robotic cleaner at those chlorine...
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    Algae bloom question

    Test kit yes. Based on test kit readings and pool math app. Today FC is 10 and Ph above 8. Still green. Alkalinity 70 Suggestions?
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    Algae bloom question

    Thank you sir
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    Algae bloom question

    Have an algae bloom. Need to get it from 4 to 12 I guess that is the right amount then.
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    Algae bloom question

    So the app. says to add 205 ounces of 10% chlorine to get to 12ppm from where I am now. That sounds like not enough. Should I not use the app for slamming.
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    Algae bloom question

    Thank you. Should I partially drain before the slam?
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    Algae bloom question

    Apologies. In ground plaster pool. 10 percent hypochlorine is the best I can get. Frequently out of stock in my area. Miserable pool season for owners. I realize cal-hypo raises the hardness. Just about out of other options.
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    Hello from Oklahoma

    5 year pool owner. Never had problems till this crazy heat and drought. Looking for some advice from the experts.
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    Algae bloom question

    I switched from cal-hype to dichlor because my hardness was high. Now I have an algae bloom. Can't get chlorine strong enough in my area. would need a truck load of what's available. Is it safe to go back to cal- hypo? Last used dichlor 4 days ago. Should I do a partial drain first? calcium...