Slam didn't work, I'm trying

[Texas Splash]

"IF" the pool store copper reading is correct (store testing is always questionable), it got in there somehow. Maybe local water supply or plumbing? No heater for your pool? You can continue with the SLAM Process until you pass all 3 SLAM criteria. After the SLAM, allow the FC level to fall below 10 to normal levels. If the shiny green tint remains, it's copper and can only be removed by exchanging some water.

 

[Pam in Texas]

You want to be outdoors in bright sunlight.

Very roughly speaking, direct overhead sunlight is around 100,000 lux, strong indirect light (i.e. shaded from the sun) is around 10,000 lux, an overcast sky is around 1000-5000 lux but varies on how overcast (which is why a bright white cloud overcast is still OK), indoors is usually < 1000 even in a bright kitchen (more typically 500 lux).

Makes a big difference in results. Indoor will be a lower CYA result than in bright sunlight.

CYA - Cyanuric Acid Test

Cyanuric acid (CYA) is the chemical name for the product commonly called “pool water stabilizer” … Read more…

www.troublefreepool.com

Ok, I'll do that. Thanks

 

[Pam in Texas]

"IF" the pool store copper reading is correct (store testing is always questionable), it got in there somehow. Maybe local water supply or plumbing? No heater for your pool? You can continue with the SLAM Process until you pass all 3 SLAM criteria. After the SLAM, allow the FC level to fall below 10 to normal levels. If the shiny green tint remains, it's copper and can only be removed by exchanging some water.

Ok. It was olive green. When I receive the tf-100 I tested the CYA and it was not 70 as the pool store said. I removed and replaced water and now it's 75 or 80. I'll send u another pic.

 

[Pam in Texas]

"IF" the pool store copper reading is correct (store testing is always questionable), it got in there somehow. Maybe local water supply or plumbing? No heater for your pool? You can continue with the SLAM Process until you pass all 3 SLAM criteria. After the SLAM, allow the FC level to fall below 10 to normal levels. If the shiny green tint remains, it's copper and can only be removed by exchanging some water.

 

[Pam in Texas]

"IF" the pool store copper reading is correct (store testing is always questionable), it got in there somehow. Maybe local water supply or plumbing? No heater for your pool? You can continue with the SLAM Process until you pass all 3 SLAM criteria. After the SLAM, allow the FC level to fall below 10 to normal levels. If the shiny green tint remains, it's copper and can only be removed by exchanging some water.

 

[Texas Splash]

Those pics looks more like algae, but time will tell. I would continue with the SLAM Process.

 

[Pam in Texas]

"IF" the pool store copper reading is correct (store testing is always questionable), it got in there somehow. Maybe local water supply or plumbing? No heater for your pool? You can continue with the SLAM Process until you pass all 3 SLAM criteria. After the SLAM, allow the FC level to fall below 10 to normal levels. If the shiny green tint remains, it's copper and can only be removed by exchanging some water.

I have a dark blue liner. The green looks different by the walls.

 

[Pam in Texas]

Those pics looks more like algae, but time will tell. I would continue with the SLAM Process.

Ok. When it changed color from olive to lime green I thought it was working. Feeling a little discouraged now.

 

[Texas Splash]

I have a dark blue liner. The green looks different by the walls.

The liner and angle of the sun can certainly make the water look different. Unless you simply want to exchange water, you can continue with the SLAM. If you ever see dark black staining, then that would confirm copper. Otherwise, let's try to be optimistic and think "algae-only". if your CYA is 70, maintain the FC of 28. If your CYA is 80, increase the FC to 31. It will work on the algae.

 

[Pam in Texas]

The liner and angle of the sun can certainly make the water look different. Unless you simply want to exchange water, you can continue with the SLAM. If you ever see dark black staining, then that would confirm copper. Otherwise, let's try to be optimistic and think "algae-only". if your CYA is 70, maintain the FC of 28. If your CYA is 80, increase the FC to 31. It will work on the algae.

Ok thank you! Trust me, if I see anything brown or black I'll post immediately, lol.

 

[Texas Splash]

FYI and future reference if needed, the link below is to Weatherford's 2021 annual water report. There is some copper locally, but might not be enough for concern. Let's see how the SLAM progresses in the next day or two. If we need to circle-back and think about copper, I'll tag one of our experts to review that report.

https://www.weatherfordtx.gov/DocumentCenter/View/20769/2021-Water-Quality-Report-

 

[Pam in Texas]

FYI and future reference if needed, the link below is to Weatherford's 2021 annual water report. There is some copper locally, but might not be enough for concern. Let's see how the SLAM progresses in the next day or two. If we need to circle-back and think about copper, I'll tag one of our experts to review that report.

https://www.weatherfordtx.gov/DocumentCenter/View/20769/2021-Water-Quality-Report-

We actually get our water from the City of Hudson Oaks.

 

[Texas Splash]

We actually get our water from the City of Hudson Oaks.

Here you go. Somewhat similar it would appear.

https://hudsonoaks.com/documents/2021-annual-water-quality-report--hudson-oaks.pdf

 

[Pam in Texas]

FYI and future reference if needed, the link below is to Weatherford's 2021 annual water report. There is some copper locally, but might not be enough for concern. Let's see how the SLAM progresses in the next day or two. If we need to circle-back and think about copper, I'll tag one of our experts to review that report.

https://www.weatherfordtx.gov/DocumentCenter/View/20769/2021-Water-Quality-Report-

Here you go. Somewhat similar it would appear.

https://hudsonoaks.com/documents/2021-annual-water-quality-report--hudson-oaks.pdf

Yes it is. Dated 2019

 

[YippeeSkippy]

Pam, what were you using to chlorinate your pool up til now? Was it bychance Clorox XtraBlu tablets?

 

[Pam in Texas]

Pam, what were you using to chlorinate your pool up til now? Was it bychance Clorox XtraBlu tablets?

No I have a Salt Cell. However, I use Bonnie & Clyde's Chlorine granules on occasion, like after rain or when the old guy mows.

 

[Pam in Texas]

Pam, what were you using to chlorinate your pool up til now? Was it bychance Clorox XtraBlu tablets?

 

[Pam in Texas]

Pam, what were you using to chlorinate your pool up til now? Was it bychance Clorox XtraBlu tablets?

I'll take another pic of u need me to

 

[Pam in Texas]

Pam, what were you using to chlorinate your pool up til now? Was it bychance Clorox XtraBlu tablets?

I just vacuumed to wasted 1.5 feet of water. I don't know if I can add acid with a FC of 20 or not. I use Magic Acid. I think the 24 oz of blue clarifier is the reason the chlorine can't do its job. I knew I shouldn't have listen to that guy!

 

[Newdude]

I don't know if I can add acid with a FC of 20 or not.

Do not. The PH test is invalid at 10+ FC.