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    Cloudy Water - need help

    So, I just got home and checked on the pool and I can now, finally, see the bottom of the pool (only thing I've done is add CYA and run pump and filter). The water is still cloudy, but it's better. I'm not quite sure what to do at this point... do I want to SLAM it still or wait to see if it...
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    Cloudy Water - need help

    It's a cartridge filter. Darn it, hadn't seen about using a sock, just followed the instructions on the container. Oh well.
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    Cloudy Water - need help

    Followed the instructions on the container-- sprinkled it VERY SLOWLY into the skimmer bucket. - - - Updated - - - So I DON'T need to wait? I can just start adding chlorine? - - - Updated - - - ok, should have said "So I don't need to wait? I can just start adding chlorine NOW? (after...
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    Cloudy Water - need help

    I added the CYA (powder). The container indicates that I need to run pump and filter for 24 hrs. After the 24 hours, when I test my CYA levels, can I immediately start the SLAM process?
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    Cloudy Water - need help

    Our pool went uncovered all winter and a few weeks ago I started cleaning out the debris. The water was not green but the bottom was covered with leaves. I got the leaves out of the pool, brushed it, and in a couple of days it was green. I ordered and received the test kit recommended but...
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    hello from MD! looking for help!

    Thanks! The kit just arrived so I'll be checking in again soon!
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    hello from MD! looking for help!

    Hello from MD, Had a heck of a time keeping the pool clear towards the end of last summer and spent way too much money at a pool place buying the chemicals they recommended we add. Ended up not being able to cover it over fall & winter and now have a crazy mess on our hands. I've been...