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A salt water system creates its own chlorine. however at times it may be beneficial to ad some chlorine when there is an algae problem. Perhaps it may pay to check if your system is making enough chlorine or if the element needs replacing. in any Case your pool shop should be able to test your water to see what is required to set things right. if extra chlorine does not help try throwing some algaecide into it. Most saltwater chlorinators don't like metal based algaecides so use one that is not metal based.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoYes, but it sunlight breaks it down quickly b/c there are no stabilizers like the stuff from the pool store...so add the bleach in the evening.
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Why is Pool water foggy after adding chlorine?
The chlorine is reacting to minerals in the water.
Does pool need chlorine during winter when water temperature is low?
Adding chlorine and algae-side during the winter will make it a lot easier to get the pool water ready in the summer. It is also safer to have clear water in the pool at all times in case of unforeseen emergency's.
What is the use of chlorine in water?
Chlorine, as well as other sanitizers for water, kill bacteria and algae in the pool water to keep it more safe for bathers.
Is there chlorine in Archer Farms Bottled Spring Water?
. All water is chlorinated by adding chlorine gas to it or by adding calcium hypochlorite or sodium hypochlorite. The term "chlorinated water" is misleading, as the final product is not chlorine, but a dilute solution of hypochlorous acid.
What to do if you have green algae in your 16X32 saltwater pool?
A salt water system creates chlorine, which, in theory, should prevent algae growth. Chlorine levels must be tested at least once a week. During the hottest part of the summer, levels should be between 4 and 5 ppm. Yet algae can survive in these high levels of chlorine if there are phosphates in the water. Think of phosphates as a food source for algae. As long as they are well fed, they can survive high chlorine levels. Most pool stores can test for presence of phosphates. They will probably advise you to first treat your pool with an algaecide, then treat the phosphates.
Is the old pump and filtration system necessary when adding a saltwater chlorine generator?
Yes you still need a pump and filter. The saltwater system generates chlorine and eliminates the need for chlorine tabs. You will still need to keep the water balanced and continue normal pool maintenance.
Can you die from green pool water?
Tricky question: Maybe! Green water ,on the whole, is caused by algae. Algae is a single celled plant and should cause no problem BUT if the water has algae it usually has little or no chlorine. This is where the problem comes in. With no chlorine you may be glowing pathogens (germs, viruses and Bactria). That's where your problem lies.
If you need to shock a salt water pool because of algae do you need to turn the salt system off for awhile?
If you keep all your water balances correct and run the chlorine generator unit properly keeping the Chlorine level of 1.0-3.0 PPM you should never need to shock your pool. I have heard of a few exceptions, but set up and running properly the answer is no. The Chlorine generator shocks the water with chlorine as it goes throught the chlorine generator. One reason for the exception (needing to shock the pool) is not keeping the system runing. Running the sytem 24/7 is recommended (pump and all) MP macintalkpro@yahoo.com Shutting the salt system and the pump down defeats the purpose of removing the algae and other contaminants. That is precisely why you elected to install the salt system in the first place. The salt system is designed to shock the pool however, it could not hurt if you add liquid chlorine occasionally especially if you are having algae problems. Running the system 24/7 is unnecessary unless you are having severe algae problems. Cleaning or backwashing the filter on a regular basis will help greatly in the removal of contaminants. A clean D E filter does not work well if it is totally plugged with dirt and debris. Also, if you are having algae problems you may not be running the system long enough 2, 4, 6 hours is not sufficient time to turn the water over. Your salt levels and conditioner levels may not be at adequate levels to be working for you. With algae you will have to superchlorinate and brush the walls and floor to keep the algae away from those surfaces - - let the filter pick up the dead algae as the chlorine kills it.
Does adding chlorine speed up the sedimentation of water?
Yes of course
Why the pool water is green but all parameters are ok?
The pool water is green because of algae- which is a type of plant. You just need to add more chlorine to kill off the algae...
Why Adding Chlorine Keeps The Water Safer For Swimmers?
Chlorine kills many microorganisms, including bacteria, that can cause disease.
How do you get rid of really green water in above ground pool?
Green pool water is caused by algae. To remove the algae, bring the pH level of the water to 7.8, scrub the sides and bottom of the pool, shock the water with chlorine, then vacuum up all the dead algae.
