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    Vacuuming to waste with no waste setting

    I have a brand new sand filter for my 4400 gallon intex pool and need to get up dead algae from the bottom. My filter only has 4 settings: backwash, rinse, filter, and winter. Is there a way to get the dead algae and small particles out of my pool without having to pass it through the filter...
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    First SLAM questions

    Performing my first SLAM on a 4400 gallon Intex metal frame pool and have some questions. Before slam, pH-7.2, TA-90, CYA-40. Brought shock level to 16 and have been maintaining since Sunday night. [I think] I see some improvement, but want to know if this is on par? How long should I expect...
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    Slamming pool for first time, need advice

    Good morning guys, I'm a new(ish) pool owner and struggling to get/keep my pool clear. This will be our 3rd summer with this pool, and we have yet to be able to maintain a clear pool for any significant period. My husband failed to close the pool properly so we started out with a dark green...