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    mknauss replied to the thread Green pool.
    Consider getting a proper test kit. Pool store testing is inaccurate and non repeatable.
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    mknauss replied to the thread Green pool.
    You may find the green goes away when the FC drops. Also keeping the pH towards the low 7's will keep the iron from oxidizing. What...
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    mknauss replied to the thread Green pool.
    The iron is cosmetic. Go swimming.
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    mknauss replied to the thread Supplies needed.
    Welcome to the forum...
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    mknauss reacted to itsjayy225's post in the thread Green pool with Like Like.
    Also, thank you so much for the quick & speedy replies, if been becoming very discouraged over this lately
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    mknauss replied to the thread Green pool.
    I would not put the polyfill in the pump basket. Your options are limited...
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    https://www.troublefreepool.com/blog/2019/01/18/calcium-hardness/ See the Notes section.
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    mknauss replied to the thread Green pool.
    The 'no metal' is a sequestrant which restricts your ability to remove the iron. CuLator is not effective. It may pick up trace...
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    mknauss replied to the thread Green pool.
    That is likely iron. Put polyfill in your skimmer basket. See if it turns brown.
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    mknauss replied to the thread Cloudy Water - Levels in range.
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    mknauss replied to the thread Chlorine levels.
    You need a proper test kit to follow TFPC methods. So I would suggest you get one ordered now.
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    mknauss replied to the thread I am not crying yet.
    https://www.troublefreepool.com/wiki/index.php?title=Just_Filled_Your_Pool_with_Water%3F_Here%27s_What_To_Do_Next
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    mknauss replied to the thread Chlorine levels.
    Also, before adding any CYA, be sure to do a . If you have algae, you likely need to follow the . This is best done before raising the...
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    mknauss replied to the thread Chlorine levels.
    Welcome to the forum. Your SWCG is generating 3.3 ppm FC per day at those settings. Likely enough in the shoulder seasons, but not in...
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    mknauss reacted to crabtreed's post in the thread Pool is Muddy, what should I do? with Like Like.
    What do you guys think? Improvement? 1 day apart. I have been surprised that my FC hasn't been dropping as fast as I figured it would.