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    Not sure what is in my pool

    My pool has been neglected but last week I started getting it back on track. It was green and gross. My pool is about 15,000 gallons and has a pebbletec finish. I use a Taylor K2006 test kit. On 7/18 My initial test showed: FC = 0 PH = 7.6 TA = Forgot to test CH = 1400 CYA = 0 I started To...
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    Algae Allergy/Reaction

    Has anyone ever had a reaction to algae? I pulled my filter to clean it twice in the last week (doing a SLAM) and the the next day I had a very itchy rash on my forearms. The first time there was no chlorine in my pool, the second time it was a 10 so I’m leaning towards the algae rather than...
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    Sand in Filter

    I cleaned my filter today and when I opened the filter container I was greeted by sand. It’s a Clean and Clear 100 cartridge filter. I’ve never seen this before. When I rinsed the filter I didn't feel any grittiness in the folds, so I think it was just on the top. My pool is protected by a...
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    Trying to Help Aunt Open Pool

    I’ve had such a great experience using TFP getting my swamp clear that my aunt decided to jump on the wagon. The first thing she did was order a good kit. She isn’t very internet savvy so that’s why I’m posting. A few notes on her pool: 24,000 gal inground vinyl with a de filter. She lives in...
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    Not Sure Where I’m at in the Algae Fight

    Sorry this may be a little long. New here and totally lost! Want you to know what I’ve done so you can help me figure out what to do next. First note: I’ve had my pool for 7 years. First 3 had a pool company, last 4 relied on a pool store and have hated every minute. Always adding something...
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    Ready to fill my pool with concrete!

    Hello from Orlando. I hate my pool and after years of failure with it I ended up here! I’m having a horrible time getting in clear after a pump failure and tons of algae. Will post a separate thread with all my troubles once I figure out how to make a signature line with all my pool info. Just...