POOL PUMP VALVES

[LeahEox]

Hey guys, I would really appreciate your help. I rented my place, and the pool got green. I tried a few things (followed steps as on the forum) to clear it up and make sure it is balanced. But it has been over 2 weeks and it looks way better but I can't get it to not be cloudy. It just keeps being cloudy no matter wat. This morning, I went by trying to figure it out, because I have been doing everything and checking balance, I even got a vaccumm and changed the filter to a new one. But I noticed, someone moved the valves, but now I am unsure how they go. Could this be affecting the filtering process? Please help. I attached a few pics so you can guide me.

 

[splashpad]

I am not an equipment expert, they will be along soon! But the pool2 shows 100% suction from skimmer, pool shows 100% drain suction. Which one is what you normally see?

To understand, is it your place or a place you are renting from someone else?

 

[Jimrahbe]

Leah,

The position of your valves has nothing to do with the green pool...

You want to set your valves so the the main drain is only open about 10% and the skimmer is fully open.

In your pool2 pic, your main drain appears to be shut off.. Just move the handle to the 2 o'clock position.

To clear a green pool you need to do a SLAM.. SLAM Process

I suggest that you take a read through our Pool School..

Thanks,

Jim R.

 

[LeahEox]

I am not an equipment expert, they will be along soon! But the pool2 shows 100% suction from skimmer, pool shows 100% drain suction. Which one is what you normally see?

To understand, is it your place or a place you are renting from someone else?

Mine. I rented to someone else. very helpful to know which is which... thanks.

 

[Jimrahbe]

Leah,

Tell them to not screw with the valves..

Who takes care of the pool? You, renter, or outside pool guy?

Thanks,

Jim R.