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    Algae - Help Please

    I have 2 socket sets all the way up to 3/4" and didn't want to buy another just for the 7/8"....Although you can never have too many tools..
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    Algae - Help Please

    Just wanted to say thanks to everyone for their input. I'm thankful I found this site/group. I wanted to try to give an update on what I've done so far and request feedback from the experts. I'm cleaning filter and running robot vacuum (Dolphin Premier) continuously. I'm brushing pool 2-3x...
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    Algae - Help Please

    This is my current level. Does it neee to be cleaned now and then get another reading?
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    Algae - Help Please

    Should I replace 25% before SLAM?
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    Algae - Help Please

    I did the test again with the sun behind me and it was closer to 80. I did the diluted test and it was about 60.
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    Algae - Help Please

    Looks like oh is higher than 8.2.
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    Algae - Help Please

    Here is the area.
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    Algae - Help Please

    This is the pump. I could find Model #
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    Algae - Help Please

    Would this be 10%? And thank you. If this is 10%, I was calculating at 6%
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    Algae - Help Please

    I just updated it. Thank you. 28,000 gallon In Ground Vinyl Pool Pentair Intellichlor SWG Model IC40 Pentair Intelliflo VSF variable speed and flow pump Pentair Filter Model CCP420
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    Algae - Help Please

    I added 3 gallons of chlorine last night after initial test. Chlorine from Taylor test kit is now 16.5. Based in this it says add 6 gallons.
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    Algae - Help Please

    Have a pentair filter. I’m trying to figure out how to backwash as I don’t see that as an option
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    Algae - Help Please

    You are absolutely correct. My mistake. Thank you.
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    Algae - Help Please

    I have the Taylor Test kit. I use the pool store to confirm my tests. I used pool math and 31ppm for the calculations and it said 12 gallons and to double it. My pool builder said I wouldn’t need to backwash so I’ve never done that. I’ll have to figure that out.
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    Algae - Help Please

    I've read a few posts and "think" I know what to do, but really would like some confirmation. Last week we had a bit of green "dust" that I scrubbed with brush and then used vacuum. We left town for 5 days and came home to a green pool. All chemicals look great. So far, I've added 6 gallons...
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    Hello all.

    I just joined this group after reading multiple posts on Facebook and Reddit recommending it. We recently installed an 18x40 saltwater liner pool. We live in Eastern NC and appreciate all information that will help us as we endeavor on this journey of pool ownership.