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    Not holding chlorine

    I just filled my pool a few days ago. I decided to SLAM it as I had a bit of algae at the end of last season when I put away my pool (9x 18 above ground pool). I had no problems for most of last year; however, this time I can not get it to hold Chlorine. I got absolutely no reading for CYA...
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    Putting up Above Ground Pool - shock?

    I'm currently filling our Intex Above Ground Pool. This is our third year. Just started the TFP method last year. I had a bit of algae at the close of last season, and I was wondering if I should just shock it right away to be sure we're starting clean? I haven't run any numbers yet (still...
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    R-0870

    I need to buy more r-0870 DPD powder. I ordered online, but need some now to continue my SLAM. Do pool stores generally carry it?
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    FC Levels low daily

    I'm not sure if I need to add CYA or what, but my FC levels are low every night. I test every evening after we're finished swimming and then add bleach. My levels get down to 1.5-2.5 generally. It's been a bit cloudy and we've had a lot of kids in the pool, so someone suggested getting it up...
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    A bit Cloudy

    Hello from Seattle! We have some hot (for us) weather, which is great for pool swimming! In case my signature didn't work - I have a 9 x 18 Intex pool, about 4800 gal. My numbers have been good, but I'm starting to see a little cloudiness. I use the TF-100 test kit. I had a bunch of boys...
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    Converting from Kemtek All-In_one Chlorinating Granules to Bleach

    I just started using the TF-100 Test Kit. All looks good. However, I just ran out of the chlorine granules and want to use liquid bleach. I've been putting two oz of the granules in each night, but I can't figure out how to do daily maintenance with bleach. What am I missing?