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We recently needed to empty our above ground pool due to green water.We had been using chlorine but now are using the Revacil Program.Our water is now cloudy andamp; won't clear.What should we do Also If we were to switch back to chlorine how do we safely?
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∙ 15y ago
To do so safely drain it and start over. You should get a water testing kit. It could be kids are peeing in the pool the ammonia build up can make it cloudy.
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What chemical do you use to clean pool filters?
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