Hello all. I have an algae problem that I cannot get rid of. I have been following these forums for a while and the slam protocol. My latest slam was about 2 weeks ago. I discovered algae again yesterday. My FC level never dropped below 5. I reluctantly had my water tested at the pool store today.
TC - 5
FC - 5
Combined chlorine - 0
pH - 8
total alkalinity - 100
CH - 275
CYA - 80
salt - 3100
Phosphates were about 1000.
I understand from these forums that phosphates shouldn't matter as long as the FC level is maintained. But this last time my FC level was at 5 when the algae occurred. I'm in the process of starting another slam. One issue I have is that we have a tiki hut and the overhang is over the pool so that whenever it rains we get a lot a dirt / dust from the tiki roof. Is it possible that I need to maintain a higher FC level? Or should I just use the phosphate remover? I live in south florida and also have the TF-100 test kit.
Thanks for all the help
Dave
15x30 in ground, 14,000 gal, 2hp pump, autopilot digital nano salt system, Florida Stucco Gem Finish
TC - 5
FC - 5
Combined chlorine - 0
pH - 8
total alkalinity - 100
CH - 275
CYA - 80
salt - 3100
Phosphates were about 1000.
I understand from these forums that phosphates shouldn't matter as long as the FC level is maintained. But this last time my FC level was at 5 when the algae occurred. I'm in the process of starting another slam. One issue I have is that we have a tiki hut and the overhang is over the pool so that whenever it rains we get a lot a dirt / dust from the tiki roof. Is it possible that I need to maintain a higher FC level? Or should I just use the phosphate remover? I live in south florida and also have the TF-100 test kit.
Thanks for all the help
Dave
15x30 in ground, 14,000 gal, 2hp pump, autopilot digital nano salt system, Florida Stucco Gem Finish