- Dec 25, 2012
- 24
- Pool Size
- 32000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-60
I took the mesh cover off on April 4th and tested the water. Water level was below the skimmers but above the returns, clear but a lot of algae on the bottom and walls. Water temp was 55, FC=0, pH < 6.8, TA=20, CH=90, CYA=70. I got the water level up, circulating, in balance, and started the shock process. I’ve added liquid chlorine 12.5% using the chlorine/CYA chart and pool calculator at least twice a day (to the tune of 33 gallons). Testing prior to each 2nd daily dosing the FC=0 or slightly above and the CC was high (a good thing) until yesterday. At this moment the FC=11.5 and has been holding above 9 since last evening with minor adjustments to keep at shock level. Temp=62, pH=7.5, TA-120, CH=70, CYA=40. The water is still quite green and I don’t think it has improved in color at all. I’ve brushed the pool on day 1 and again today. Of course, now I can’t see the bottom or even a few inches into the water. Am I on track or am I missing something? Also, I see a lot of muck going into the skimmers but when I attempted to backwash today the sight glass ran clear from the beginning. I've got good circulation but not sure I'm filtering. Ideas?