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You've found the right place. Read through Pool School and the if you haven't already. You've got the right test kit on the way. So, it sounds to me like you're getting yourself into a nice new home with a pool that will be the source of lots of enjoyment, and easier to maintain than anyone...

The short answer is that it can't by that alone. The possibilities are: The original test result of 40 was wrong. (Either read wrong or bad reagents) The new test result of 100 is wrong. (Either read wrong or bad reagents) Something other than liquid chlorine was added to the water (Dichlor...

Year 4 - fired up the SWG today and still producing like a champ. The cell is the only thing that gets brought in over the winter, everything else has just stayed outside. So far this investment has been well worth it. (y)

I had a similar experience one year when my cover ripped and dirty water from the top went into the pool. It looked nasty at first, but after a bit all of the 'dirt' settled to the bottom and the water looked clear again. If it's really just 'dirt' and not algae, I think it can then filter out...

Here was my 6-day progression.

OCLT passed this morning. It’s almost like this SLAM process works exactly as prescribed. Still need to vacuum and will swap/clean my filter. Now we just need some sun. Swim season is almost here!

Day 5. Couldn’t do much yesterday due to some heavy rains. But FC has held high. Turned my SWG on for the day as I’ll be away from home, so should be able to hold close to SLAM based on what I’ve been seeing for losses. OCLT tomorrow if all goes according to plan.