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got it! Weird question, how would I blast the drain with the hose? We have a 9 foot deep end. Would I just drop the hose into the deep and and try to get it positioned on top of the drain?

That's interesting. We only have one here and I only use it when I'm concerned that my readings are off and need a double-check. Their results were the same as mine for yesterday, so I think they are probably right. This whole process has been so perplexing that who knows at this point...

Thanks! For CYA, I let it warm up first and also had my readings double-checked at the pool store to make sure I wasn't making a mistake, so I'm pretty sure it's accurate. I have a sand filter and the sand was changed last fall. Great idea for the drain! I will have to pick up some pvc to try...

Hi, all. I am still having issues with Mustard Algae and have been unable to complete the SLAM and can't pass the OCLT. I am really stumped, and I am not sure what to do next. Here are my numbers: FC: 18 (I am testing multiple times a day and following the Chlorine/CYA chart; I have been...

Thanks for your replies, all. The FC is down to about 40 and the MA is finally clearing. I don't have any pictures to show because there is very little left. I will continue following the process. I was just getting impatient and was sure I was missing something. I appreciate your insights!

Sure. Adhering to the shadier parts of the pool, puffing up into a cloud when brushed, slimier texture rather than sandy/grainy, color like Gulden's mustard.

None of this, but farm work will likely start soon. I think I'm still in the clear on this, but maybe only for another month or so. We've had a very cold winter (for us) with snow predicted again for next week so that may slow things down a bit.

Interesting thought. I will definitely keep an eye on this, but given that it is still behaving exactly like mustard algae, I am leaning toward it being very stubborn rather than dust/damage.

yes, that is what I'm doing. Will report back new numbers once I'm finished replacing water after vacuuming and backwashing.

I have a TF-100 Salt kit. For the 57 FC, I didn't intentionally get it that high, I accidentally overcompensated when adding liquid chlorine last night and am letting it drop back down. I am about to vacuum and backwash and will add fresh water which will help as well.

I have I have a Taylor test kit and am testing 2-3x per day.

I finished the SLAM and passed the overnight SLAM test and did not see any visible algae. At that point, I raised my FC to mustard levels, the pool was completely clear, but within a day or two I could see small amounts again. Perhaps I had a false reading, but I had barely any CC throughout the...