cloudy water after 10 days, results looks like its on the right track

[mbarrett]

Note: I'm still doing a slam. this year, i had a bright green open where as last year it was black. last year cleared much faster than this year.

readings as of this morning
ph 7.3
fc 9
cc 1.5
ta 50
ch 75
cya ~40



I'm raising the fc up to slam level but to continue my question is, outside of 'bad stuff' in the water, are there any other factors that can result in cloudy water that hasnt shown much progress with results like above?

I've read that high ta, really high ch and other factors may cause cloudiness.

 

[mknauss]

How often are you testing your FC and raising it back to 16 ppm? At least 3-4 times per day is required.

You have low CH and low TA. The cloudiness is due to organics in the water.

What filter type do you have? Please add that to your signature.

 

[mbarrett]

I try to hit it morning and night depending on our schedule. You answered my question thanks!