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Thanks Richard! However, I have a new wrinkle...just got my new TF-100 test kit today, so I retested everything. Turns out the pool store (using test strips) set my CH at 300, but the TF-100 says it's around 150 which seems pretty low. Needless to say, I trust the TF100 way more than test strips...

New pebbletec (actually Stonescapes) pool, 19K gallon, just filled two days ago. Pump runs 24/7. Initial test yesterday showed: FC-3 (after 1 gal liquid chlor) TC-3 CH-300 TA-180 CYA-0 pH-8.00 Salt-500 I've slowly added almost 6 quarts of acid (in 16-20 oz batches, diluted in a 5 gal bucket)...

Thanks, Jim!! I think I'm starting to see how this might work, appreciate your input! Joel H.

Thanks Jim!

Hi, I am in the process of re-doing my pool and adding automation. Since I already had an IntellifloVS, it made sense to go with Pentair automation. Their website is less than helpful in delineating the differences and features between the various models of Intellitouch and Easytouch systems...

Thanks for the speedy replies, duraleigh and butterfly. I will try to get a pic later on today to post.The good news is that I just needed to be patient. This morning I awoke to a cloudy blue pool!! I guess that last dose of 4 gallons of liquid chlor was enough to turn the tide. Just tested the...

OK, new member here. I've been reading this forum (and just about everything else I can google) on treating algae. I've been dumping massive amounts of chlorine into my pool-swamp, and have seen a little improvement but not as much as I had hoped. FWIW, the algae seems to be just floating in the...