Algae or something else?

Buge

New member
Jul 4, 2024
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Smithtown
Hey TFP, I need some help from the experts! I opened my pool this past Saturday. Pool wasn’t very dirty but I did the SLAM process to get my water clear and algae free (or so I’m hoping). The water cleared up and I did pass the overnight chlorine loss test yesterday. There were no visible signs of algae so I stopped the SLAM. Now I’m having this black dirt/dust looking substance on my sun deck. I have attached photos for reference. The substance is easily brushed away but it comes back after a half day or so. I’m not able to pick it up as it dilutes into the water. Is this algae or something else?
Water test results as of tonight-
Free Chlorine - 14 (Still coming down from SLAM)
Combined Chlorine - Less than .5 (Hardly tinted pink with 10Ml sample)
PH - 7.4
Alkalinity - 100
Calcium Hardness - 200
CYA - 60
Temp 83 degrees

Thanks!
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