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[cpeterson70]

Thank you.

 

[duraleigh]

They seem to love the high chlorine level

Quite the opposite.

 

[cpeterson70]

Yes, still losing FC. Finally got the powder, so I can started testing again. Last test was FC - 15; CC - 1.

 

[duraleigh]

Keep SLAMming, but you are getting close!

 

[cpeterson70]

Quite the opposite.

Really? They didn't show up until the chlorine was high...probably just couldn't see them with the cloudy water??

 

[cpeterson70]

Almost another 24 hours...



Kids will be protesting soon...I keep trying to tell them they need patience.

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I'm really thankful that my company allows for us to work from home when we need too. This is a full time job! Hope I never have to do this again!

I'm also thankful for the Speed Stir device! Anyone considering that purchase, don't hesitate! Just do it!

 

[cpeterson70]

I am now having a hard time keeping FC level up to SLAM numbers. I got the number up to 16.5 then dropped to 10 within an hour. Is that possible? I have struggled most of the day. Could it be the sun? I ran out of powder yesterday, so I stressed about the not knowing.

Also, the old DPD powder I had was grey and I now have 2 new containers and they both have white powder. Does this change the test in any way? It just feels more erratic than the first day.

 

[MarianParoo]

I see the weapon they will protest with!

 

[cpeterson70]

I know and I understand. Even my mother was saying that looks good enough to me. It can get better. I said it hasn't passed any tests yet.

 

[MarianParoo]

Yes it is possible to drop 6.5. Some is from the sun, sure, but certainly not all.

The powder is white when fresh. You're fine.

 

[cpeterson70]

Just went to Walmart to pick up more chlorine, I must have driven the price up with how much I have bought.

These are empty:

 

[PAGirl]

It's generally said it's safe to swim up to SLAM level as long as you can see the bottom of the pool.

 

[cpeterson70]

Ugh!! From 10:45 last night to 6am this morning it dropped 5 :-(

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[cpeterson70]

I can't keep buying all this chlorine. Anyone know of a place better than walmart in Dallas? They just increased the price from $2.50 a gal to $3.64. Another $22 every time I purchase 20 gal. It seems during the day it depletes very, very rapidly.

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[Mr Bruce]

If the 10% went to $3.64 I'd just buy the GV 8.25% bleach. Guaranteed to be fresh as well.

 

[cpeterson70]

Any tips or tricks to combat this weather? Is this my main problem at this point in keeping constant slam levels? I need to get back to the office today. I can't constantly test this afternoon. Could I raise FC much higher, go to the office for a few hours and continue when I get back?

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[cpeterson70]

Pool company is sending someone out to address some questions I have. I will ask them to turn off our ozone system and see if that is a problem eating up chlorine.

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[Mr Bruce]

If you can manage 3-4 tests and adds throughout the day, that's fine. First thing in the morning, lunch if possible, first thing home and one more before bed. It doesn't have to be "constantly"

 

[duraleigh]

Mr Bruce gives you good advice. Do it when you can, it may take just a bit longer but life gets in the way for all of us.

The weather has nothing to do with it. Keep your chlorine up. Do not put any junk in your pool without asking this forum.

 

[cpeterson70]

Mr Bruce gives you good advice. Do it when you can, it may take just a bit longer but life gets in the way for all of us.

The weather has nothing to do with it. Keep your chlorine up. Do not put any junk in your pool without asking this forum.

I have only put the chlorine in. I will never put anything in my pool before asking from now on. [emoji56]

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