Recent content by KarenGuyon

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    Pump replacement

    Hello everyone, We would like to change our current 3HP single speed pool pump. We are looking at different models, would you recommend a variable speed pump. If so, which models and what power would be better? What do you think about the Black&Decker 3HP variable speed pump? your advice is...
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    Pool closing

    Good morning!! I am about to start the pool closing process. After reading your article in Pool School, I understand that I need to balance PH, TA and CH, then SLAM the pool. When I close it, I need to add PolyQuat...which product do you recommend? Is it the same as winterizing powder? Do I...
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    new to forum

    Additional information : pool temp at 86F, pool has sun all day.
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    new to forum

    Hi, Here is an update...I bought the TF-100 test kit. This last week, I added a few gallons of liquid bleach (8.25) until the test kit arrived. Thursday evening, poured 3 gallons of liquid bleach. Friday evening started the OCLT : FC 2.5ppm, CC 0.5 ppm, TC 3ppm. Saturday morning : FC 2ppm, CC...
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    new to forum

    Hi! I would like your help in managing pool chemistry and controlling algae. Right now, I have a few spots of green algae and black algae. Here are my pool numbers : FAC 0 TAC 2 CH 140 CYA 40 TA 110 PH 7.6 Copper 0 Iron ) TDS 600 Phoshates 0 Very rainy week. I shocked the pool Monday. I used the...