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    new filter needed--what should we get?

    We have a 10 year old BaquaPure sand filter that has a hole in it, so we need a quick replacement before our pool turns into a swamp. Since we have to replace the filter, we are wondering if we should switch out to another filter. We've been considering going to SWG perhaps, too, though maybe...
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    opening pool

    So, we pulled the cover off the pool today. We have several tasks at hand: fill up the pool and get everything connected so we can run the filter, figure out how to handle the tons of tadpoles and frog eggs, and try to determine if there is a leak in the liner because the water level is quite...
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    what levels FC are safe to swim in?

    We shocked at night to clear up the pool, and FC levels are currently at 8.5. When is it safe to let my kids swim. They are eager to get in, and I'm eager to let them so they are occupied and happy. :)
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    Trying to get my pool water straight

    Opened the pool early, didn't keep up with it very well, ran into some problems, and we've been shocking to clear that. However, pH has crept up during this process. So, added the muriatic acid to lower pH tonight, 15 minutes ago. How soon can I add bleach to bring back up to shock level...
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    opening my pool--guidance on water balancing

    Was a new convert at the end of last season, and just hoping to get guidance to start out right this year. Uncovered the pool, and filled the water on Sunday. Turned the filter on, did our first water test yesterday afternoon. FC=0 CC=0 TC=0 pH=7.8 TA=160 CYA=15? (husband did testing and said...
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    Ready to convert....will need guidance--completed pix

    [Edit:Added paragraph breaks to make it easier on the eyes:Butterfly] :wink: I've had my pool for years now, using the Baquacil system as I was sold in the beginning. Each year, I seem to have more problems with a green or cloudy pool. Thus, I came to find this forum. For several reasons, I...