Pond aerator for Algae control

[Tredge]

Aerators are used in ponds and fish tanks to control algae.
"Good bacteria" use the oxygen to consume the algae.

My thought is to use this method for a pool over off months where no Chlorine is to be added and to make spring clean-up easier.

Why wont this work?
Thoughts?
Are there easier methods or reasons this is not done with pools?

 

[JoyfulNoise]

An aerator would drive pH up so you could potentially have scale issues.

Bacteria in pools will often consume CYA as an easy energy source resulting in the production of ammonia which, if allowed to build up, would cause a HUGE chlorine demand at spring startup. The FC takes roughly 10X the amount of ammonia in ppm to oxidize it - eg, a 9ppm ammonia load can easily take 90ppm FC to fully oxidize it.

Phosphates/nitrate balance will determine what algae is able to grow most effectively (ie, Redfield Ratio) and eliminating all phosphates would be far more effective than running an aerator pump all winter.

 

[Donldson]

Has your location changed? During the winter in Wisconsin pool water is far too cold for algae to grow, typically either frozen or just above freezing. Waiting until the water temperature is below 60 to close and opening before it jumps above 60 is the easiest way to open to clear water.

 

[Tredge]

I have a greenhouse over the pool so water temps stay higher for longer.
This is good except that the kids choose not to swim when its "cold". They are spoiled now when they enjoy water temps in the 90's.