It's possible if there were other chemicals introduced to the pool that are being oxidized.
Socks captured THIS from returns...what now?
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Ok I added 3 gal to get up to FC 20. Is this right even though it’s sparkly clear green?
My family is freaking out saying I’m wrecking the pool
My family is freaking out saying I’m wrecking the pool
- Jun 22, 2014
- 47,885
- Pool Size
- 17888
- Surface
- Fiberglass
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-45 Plus
No, it's not you. It's the age-old battle between chlorine and iron. I don't recall if we ever discussed you being on a well, but that seems to be what's happening. The polyfill is good. Keep it up. If you are still in SLAM mode, you have to finish it first then treat for iron. But as soon as you pass the SLAM criteria, let the FC fall and make sure the pH is on the lower end of the scale - about 7.2-7.4. Allowing the FC to fall after the SLAM will also allow the sequestrant to work better.
Test in 15-30min, let us know what the FC & CC level is
The pool isn't wrecked Everyone here has your back!
The pool isn't wrecked
Everyone here has your back!
Not a well but yes iron in water which we have to add every few days. @splashpad and @Texas Splash thank you!
will send test results in 30 mins.
Ok so for SLAM criteria does green and clear still count as clear?
will send test results in 30 mins.
Ok so for SLAM criteria does green and clear still count as clear?
You're welcome! Hang in there, stay the course! Your family WILL thank you soon!!
Possibly in your case! Which is why it's said here: EVERY pool is different
Is it water, iron or metal sequestrant that is added every few days? (Just trying to understand what is being added)
Possibly in your case! Which is why it's said here: EVERY pool is different
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- Jun 22, 2014
- 47,885
- Pool Size
- 17888
- Surface
- Fiberglass
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-45 Plus
Clear is clear even if it's tinted from the iron. 
But it should only be temporary. Just so you all understand, unless you are able to have fresh non-iron water delivered, or able to routinely take advantage of rainfall, the iron content continues to rise with each top-off from the hose. At some point the iron (ppm) level gets so high that it reacts quicker to even lower amounts of chlorine. But continue the SLAM, continue to keep poly and towels in the skimmer. The more you filter the better.
But it should only be temporary. Just so you all understand, unless you are able to have fresh non-iron water delivered, or able to routinely take advantage of rainfall, the iron content continues to rise with each top-off from the hose. At some point the iron (ppm) level gets so high that it reacts quicker to even lower amounts of chlorine. But continue the SLAM, continue to keep poly and towels in the skimmer. The more you filter the better.
Ok!
Just did CYA test again and it’s 40. I think I did it wrong last time. So whoops too much chlorine but...
FC 20
Cc <.5
@splashpad yes iron in hose water which we have to add every few days.
@Texas Splash ok that’s good: so water is clear and if I pass OCLT tonight and cc stays this low I’m good to go!
Just did CYA test again and it’s 40. I think I did it wrong last time. So whoops too much chlorine but...
FC 20
Cc <.5
@splashpad yes iron in hose water which we have to add every few days.
@Texas Splash ok that’s good: so water is clear and if I pass OCLT tonight and cc stays this low I’m good to go!
And I would imagine that as:
The FC goes Down
I keep polyfill in the skimmers
Water should “blue” up and I can add another dose of MM?
The FC goes Down
I keep polyfill in the skimmers
Water should “blue” up and I can add another dose of MM?
Perfect! One FC dose on high is fine. Okay, so stick with SLAM FC level for CYA/40 You might be almost done!
You might be almost done!
@splashpad ok! So I’ll do OCLT tonight and report back in the morning. The only bummer is now my kids can’t swim today because the FC is too high for CYA 40. Grrr.
It's only 4 over, I'd check it again in 30min to an hour. I can't tell you it's safe to swim, but we have in our own pool
@splashpad ok it’s 2.5 hours later in sunny conditions and it’s down to 16. So I think we’re good to swim.
is that a fast loss for a successful SLAM?
is that a fast loss for a successful SLAM?
In full sun, you are good to go
As soon as you are done swimming, recheck the FC and top-up!
@vbertone yes I think you are right! I let the vac basket dry out with all the stuff in it yesterday and once dry I could better tell it was pollen
also @splashpad @Texas Splash update: green is slowly turning to blue as FC drifts back down and water is clear!!! Polyfill doing its job. Will add Metal Magic soon to lift liner stain. RELIEF!!!
Question: pressure gauge still low-ish, but since I slammed I should backwash/rinse 3x and then recharge With fresh DE correct? How soon? And is it ok toput the DE in the filter with the polyfill in or should I take that out?
- Jun 22, 2014
- 47,885
- Pool Size
- 17888
- Surface
- Fiberglass
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-45 Plus
Only backwash once the pressure increases by about 25%. Too often is just a waste. Re-charge with DE as necessary. The polyfill should be kept separated from the DE, so if you have to add DE, do it first then add the polyfill back in.
FYI - Take a look at this one if you haven't seen it already.
www.troublefreepool.com
FYI - Take a look at this one if you haven't seen it already.
From brown to 😍😍. Thank you polyfil!
We filled our pool from our well. We knew the risks and knew we would have a battle when the water was 12" deep as it looked green from the metals. Our fears were confirmed when we added chlorine and the water turned brown almost immediately. Enter 5 gallon polyfil filter. It worked...
www.troublefreepool.com
Remember to keep up SLAM Process levels until no loss overnight PLUS clear PLUS under .5 CC ! You are SO close!!! Really good work!
Thanks! Yes met all criteria This morning and we’re good to go!!!