To add, maybe the 12.5% isn't really 12.5% anymore...I added 2.5 gallons at 1 time last night, and I didn't see much change in FC 1 hour later...this was prior to trying kimkats suggestion of adding to get to 5ppm and checking 15 min later.
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How old was the stuff you put in before my 15 min test? Chlorine degrades over time and when stored in hot areas.
You should be testing THEN adding how much Pool Math tells you to add to get to your SLAM goal. Here is a link to our Pool Math App: PoolMath - Trouble Free Pool Or you can go to the bottom of the page to use the web based one.
Kim
You should be testing THEN adding how much Pool Math tells you to add to get to your SLAM goal. Here is a link to our Pool Math App: PoolMath - Trouble Free Pool Or you can go to the bottom of the page to use the web based one.
Kim
How old was the stuff you put in before my 15 min test? Chlorine degrades over time and when stored in hot areas.
You should be testing THEN adding how much Pool Math tells you to add to get to your SLAM goal. Here is a link to our Pool Math App: PoolMath - Trouble Free Pool Or you can go to the bottom of the page to use the web based one.
Kim
Yep, I did. When I tested the first time I then went to the Pool Calculator and that's when I saw I needed 1-1/3 gallons. I then added the 1 and 1/3 gallon but saw no change in FC after 2 hours. I then only tested my FC and again saw it was 0, so I thought maybe the 1-1/3 wasn't enough, so I put in the 2.5 gallons. About 1-1.5 hours after that saw the FC was again 0. That is when we did the 1/2 gallon and test in 15 min and saw a result of 3.
Going from memory, I don't think it was that old. I remember looking at the date on the box when purchasing (after reading on here I knew to buy newer), and I wanted to say it was maybe 1 month or less old. But it has also been in my barn the last 2 weeks.
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Your algae is super stuff then!! It is eating that chlorine FAST! You have your work cut out for you. You WILL win. It is just going to take LOTS of chlorine!!
Kim
Kim
I added 5 gallons at one time when I got home from work. Might be overkill but I want to get that FC up. Pool looks more blue today but still cloudy.
Vacuumed a handful of pine needles/leaves from the middle too.
Vacuumed a handful of pine needles/leaves from the middle too.
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Just tested the water:
FC - 13.5 (4 hours after I added 5 gallons of LC)
CC - 3.5
CH - 400
TA - 150
I didn’t test PH as I’ve seen on here, FC above 10 and PH test isn’t accurate. I also didn’t test CYA as it hasn’t gotten into the pool yet.
I added another 1/3 - 1/2 gallon of LC before heading inside for the night. I’ll see if I can test the water at 5AM before heading into work.
FC - 13.5 (4 hours after I added 5 gallons of LC)
CC - 3.5
CH - 400
TA - 150
I didn’t test PH as I’ve seen on here, FC above 10 and PH test isn’t accurate. I also didn’t test CYA as it hasn’t gotten into the pool yet.
I added another 1/3 - 1/2 gallon of LC before heading inside for the night. I’ll see if I can test the water at 5AM before heading into work.
I had the same arm problem last year brushing away but in the end it was crystal clear. The advice is on point here just keep it up. I bought this brush last year and all I can say is wow. A nice invention that actually takes the chore out of brushing.I almost brushed my arms off last night
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Just curious, I woke up and went outside and saw this on top of the water. Backwashes and rinsed Filter as it needed it.
It does seem that after a few minutes of filter running normally it cleared up
It does seem that after a few minutes of filter running normally it cleared up
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I have an idea what happened. That reading of 3.5cc, that mess on top of the water and you not being able to hold FC in the beginning is showing there was a LOT going on with your water. We have seen where some water "turns" for some unknown reason and develops ammonia in the water. It "eats" all of the CYA and chlorine. You beat it out of the water with your high doses of chlorine. Now you have to do everything you can to keep the FC up so you can get rid of the CC. It is going to be quite a battle but you are already getting ahead of it now!
Kim
Kim
Thanks for the quick reply. I was starting to get a little nervous! I checked and my FC was down to 8 this morning so I added more LC before leaving for work.I have an idea what happened. That reading of 3.5cc, that mess on top of the water and you not being able to hold FC in the beginning is showing there was a LOT going on with your water. We have seen where some water "turns" for some unknown reason and develops ammonia in the water. It "eats" all of the CYA and chlorine. You beat it out of the water with your high doses of chlorine. Now you have to do everything you can to keep the FC up so you can get rid of the CC. It is going to be quite a battle but you are already getting ahead of it now!
Kim
I am seeing I need to backwash at least once a day, is that normal during this time?
Also I noticed the chlorine I bought from the pool store was like 18311 or something like that so it’s 6 months old 12.5% ??
. So I know the concentration of it isn't good. I’ve got a work dinner tonight, and some time in between my work day and dinner, I’ll run to either Wal-Mart or Home Depot and see what they have.
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Your filter is working over time so yes it is normal and good! That means it is doing it's job!
IF the chlorine is stored in a cool, dark place it might still be full strength at 6 months but we try for no older than 3 months if possible for chlorine. Heat and sun degrades it fast.
IF the chlorine is stored in a cool, dark place it might still be full strength at 6 months but we try for no older than 3 months if possible for chlorine. Heat and sun degrades it fast.
Okay thank you. Losing a bunch of water back washing & rinsing so often lol.
I cleaned my steps this past weekend with hot soapy water and Clorox wipes...they had dried green stuff/algae all over them (thank you previous owners). Some of the bolts that hold the ladder together are rusted pretty bad, and I want to replace them. What type of bolt/nut should I look for that will be in the water, stainless? Any advice/way to help get rid of rust stains on the sides of the ladder? I will post a picture later.
Look for 316/316L stainless steel bolts & nuts. It is a higher grade SS and less susceptible to corrosion than the typical 304SS.
There is an article in PoolSchool on removing rust stains. Use Vitamin C tablets, crushed up in a sock/hose and let that sit on the stain or rub it on the stain.
Ended up getting 16 gallons of 10%. Plus still have 4 more for the so called “12.5%” at home. I’m ready to crush this thing. Homie ain’t playing no more games ??????Now that is a cart ready to do battle with the green monster!!!! ?
Kim
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That green monster does not stand a chance!!! Now don't go too crazy with the chlorine at one time. Use pool Math and use what it says to reach your goal for the SLAM.
Starting to skim tonight and my darn telescoping pole snaps by the holes. Dope. Out to Menards!!!
However, my wife sent me a picture of the pool while I was at dinner. It’s getting better every day!!!!
I did test FC when I got home, and it was back to about 1. So I shocked it to get back to about 10-12 FC. Test again bright and early tomorrow!
However, my wife sent me a picture of the pool while I was at dinner. It’s getting better every day!!!!
I did test FC when I got home, and it was back to about 1. So I shocked it to get back to about 10-12 FC. Test again bright and early tomorrow!
