Recent content by ChristyC

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    CYA Zero

    There wasn't any Chlorine present. 5 Drops were added for the Acid 20 drops were added for the Base Alkalinity (8 drops) 80 ppm Calcium (8 drops) 80 PPM PH was at least 8.0 (a tad darker)
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    CYA Zero

    I have an above ground round hard side pool. Dimensions 18' by 52". 1 HP Hayward pump. We purchased our property late August 2024. The pool was already on the property. I know that it wasn't operational in 2024, and wasn't covered. I tested the CYA (Taylor test kit) and it was zero. If I...
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    Getting Hayward Pump Ready

    Hi, We recently purchased our home and it came with an above ground pool. I know that it wasn't used in the 2024 season, prior to that I am not sure. The pump was left out, but everything was disconnected. It is a Hayward Power-Flo Matrix 1.0 HP. Do I need to do anything to it before...
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    Adding Diatomaceous Earth to a sand filter

    Hi, We recently bought a house that has an above ground pool. It has been 10+ years since I have owned a pool. The pool was not in operation during at least the 2024 season. I have no clue of how long the sand has been in the filter, so I am going to replace it. I have been reading that it...