- Jun 1, 2018
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1st Time New Pool Owner ( Long time hot tub owner ) …GREEEEN 🤮
- Thread starter Leeboy20
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Morning ! We let it circulate last night after 3 drains and refills . Sad to say , the CYA came in about 70-80 . Yes , improving, so on the right track . Think we should do 2 more drains and refill?
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One more would be great. Anywhere 40- 60 is manageable. As it is, an 80 isn't the worst thing in the world today. It will require a bit more FC but is just enough on the side of feasible if you want to start from there.
You do have the setup all, well, set up right now. So there is that vote to keep going.
You do have the setup all, well, set up right now. So there is that vote to keep going.
Thanks Newdude , we will go one more this evening . And start tomorrow morning with the de-greening process .
Good evening gang …. Took a reading tonight of the CYA and it was are kind 58 so between 60 and 55 .
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Round up to 60. Test your TA and pH and adjust to 7.2. Then SLAM on. 
Ph was 7.4 - 7.6 and TA was 50 but possibly 60 , that last drop is hard to tell if it actually changes . If the TA was closer to 50 , it says add 5lbs of baking sodaRound up to 60. Test your TA and pH and adjust to 7.2. Then SLAM on.
Think I’m good to slam or should I grab a few boxes of baking Soda and do it after work ?
Edge70
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Hello @Leeboy20 , fellow Canuck here . For what it's worth, I was in this same spot last year with high CYA. Folks here helped me with the same process you are doing so you are in the right place! It definitely took a lot of water to get that exchange done but I was able to get mine into the 40 range and stopped using pucks for good. Now I only use liquid chlorine. I would consider using pucks for a few days if I was not able to attend to the pool for a bit but I know that's ok given my CYA is now in the 30 range. When my CYA finally dropped down last year, I started to SLAM. I was able to get the water cleared up and then I tweaked TA and PH after. High FC will skew your PH readings anyway so if the pool isn't clear, I'd attack it with the SLAM. Good Luck and if you need to restock reagents etc. I have a Canadian source. Good Luck!
. For what it's worth, I was in this same spot last year with high CYA. Folks here helped me with the same process you are doing so you are in the right place! It definitely took a lot of water to get that exchange done but I was able to get mine into the 40 range and stopped using pucks for good. Now I only use liquid chlorine. I would consider using pucks for a few days if I was not able to attend to the pool for a bit but I know that's ok given my CYA is now in the 30 range. When my CYA finally dropped down last year, I started to SLAM. I was able to get the water cleared up and then I tweaked TA and PH after. High FC will skew your PH readings anyway so if the pool isn't clear, I'd attack it with the SLAM. Good Luck and if you need to restock reagents etc. I have a Canadian source. Good Luck!Thank you very much for responding , I’ll go with this advice and slam the “ you know what “ out of it . Funny thing about the regent , I’m already into my last bottle of CYA test liquid . That one goes fastHello @Leeboy20 , fellow Canuck here
Edge70
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The CYA test does consume a lot of reagent quickly. That one uses a lot of solution for sure. You might need to break open that second kit just for yourself! Taylor test kits are pretty common so getting refills isn't as challenging as getting the kit in the first place. I find that even a lot of local pool stores have the reagents in stock so you should be able to find some locally. The good thing with that CYA test is that once you know where the value is doesn't change a lot. You will lose a little more over time due to splash out and back washing but it doesn't just evaporate out of the pool. So, point is, once you get it where you want it, you don't have to test for it that often. Not saying you should never test for it, but I've learned that it's not something that changes much provided you aren't sanitizing with stabilized chlorine (pucks). Have fun with the Slam. Note, I've found that the best place for liquid chlorine in my part of Canada is still with my local pool company. They sell LC in bulk and you can get 12% in refillable containers. This is now the only thing I buy from them. The price is same or better than buying from Walmart or Canadian Tire. I ordered my baking soda off Amazon and buy the Borax from Walmart. I might need my pool company for service and repairs at some point so I still like to have a little relationship with them. Even if it's only $20 for LC LOL.
I started the SLAM around 8 am .... got
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wow, you guys/gals over here are so good. I appreciate all this help . Never woulda seen blue this year if I stayed with the pool store . We owe it all to the TFP 
. PS ... can I start the creepy crawler yet ?
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wow, you guys/gals over here are so good. I appreciate all this help . Never woulda seen blue this year if I stayed with the pool store . We owe it all to the TFP . PS ... can I start the creepy crawler yet ?
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Hey now that is GOOD! You are heading in the right direction!! It went from koolade green to kind of green. The colors will change almost daily now! Hit it hard this after noon and night!
- Jun 1, 2018
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Keep Maintaining slam level (24ppm) for your cya (60ppm) as often as u can. *Clean/backwash filter when pressure rises 25% over clean pressure.
*Vac & or brush every day. (This breaks up the biofilms algae makes to protect itself from chlorine)
*Check/scrub ALL the nooks & crannies (light niches, ladder rails/cups, umbrella holders, drain covers, skimmer throats, weir doors (foam), etc.
* Run SLAM level water through all water features daily
SLAM ON
*Vac & or brush every day. (This breaks up the biofilms algae makes to protect itself from chlorine)
*Check/scrub ALL the nooks & crannies (light niches, ladder rails/cups, umbrella holders, drain covers, skimmer throats, weir doors (foam), etc.
* Run SLAM level water through all water features daily
SLAM ON
Hey Lee! Look at this link! Shows you what you have to look forward to!
www.troublefreepool.com
Recovering my old inspirational links
First Time Shocking with Bleach Pretty black pool A little encouragement for those with algae and new to BBB Frog Filled Green Swamp to Oasis---Work in Progress!!! Before and After Pool Pics Before and after! A final picture set of how well the BBB method works! Converting In Ga.
www.troublefreepool.com
And only with the basket in place so you can never get a clog further up the line from clumping.
Haha Thanks KimKat . I looked at those pictures and I’m so stoked ! Thanks for sending that link . I feel good I’m not the only one and that it’s saveable. Swimming by August 1st hopeHey Lee! Look at this link! Shows you what you have to look forward to!
Recovering my old inspirational links
First Time Shocking with Bleach Pretty black pool A little encouragement for those with algae and new to BBB Frog Filled Green Swamp to Oasis---Work in Progress!!! Before and After Pool Pics Before and after! A final picture set of how well the BBB method works! Converting In Ga.
Edge70
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If you aggressively SLAM and follow the process like Mdragger88 detailed, I bet you'll be swimming before that. Have Fun.
- Jun 1, 2018
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- Pool Size
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- Vinyl
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- Hayward Aqua Rite (T-15)
It is safe to swim with fc levels between minimum & slam level for your cya so long as u can see the bottom of the deep end for safety - stay on it & you’ll definitely be there before AugustHaha Thanks KimKat . I looked at those pictures and I’m so stoked ! Thanks for sending that link . I feel good I’m not the only one and that it’s saveable. Swimming by August 1st hope
Morning Everyone …. It’s looking much better once again . Thanks 
to all the members here . Here is a few more pics . When can I fire up the creepy crawler ( I have no idea how to use it) EDIT the pictures don’t do the colour justice .
to all the members here . Here is a few more pics . When can I fire up the creepy crawler ( I have no idea how to use it) EDIT the pictures don’t do the colour justice .
