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It's a bit more complicated than that. I would shock your pool first (use liquid shock that is made for salt pools, and our pool guy has told us it's the same as plain old chlorox)... That should start to get the algae down. At the same time add salt to get the ppm up to around 3500ppm... if you're under 2700 you won't be producing chlorine, therefore you aren't really helping your water at all. Then I would start on the pH. I learned something this year that was very helpful... your alkalinity is the ability of your water's pH to move into the right range. So... get your alkalinity right first, then your pH second. There's a technique called "acid balling" that helped my alkalinity a lot. Wait til the pool turns off at night, then pour a whole bottle of muriatic acid in, all in one place. That helps your alkalinity come down a lot. Then just keep adding muriatic acid during the day (wait a few hours at least in between to see how far you still have to go, test, then add more if you have to.) until you get to your goal! Hope that helps... I'm not a pool pro, but have a 30,000 gallon salt pool, so... good luck! Yank Ans:You just can't add a full gal of acid and never add the acid with the pump off. The acid will pool at the main drain at the bottom of the pool and then will be sucked into the pump, filter, heater when the pump is turned on - possibly destroying the heater. You need to test the pH 1st. If your readings are high - 8.0 then add no more 1 qt. at a time. Test the water in 20 min after circulation distributes the acid then adjust again until you reach the desired readings. Add a gal. of liq chlorine 12.5% to pool for the algae and brush the algae often or until it stops coming back. If tests tell you that your salt level is low add only enough salt to bring the readings to about 3200. FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE SALT BAG. USE ONLY POOL SALT. Please do not follow the previous instructions.
What else can I help you with?
What are the common uses of muriatic acid in swimming pools?
Muriatic acid is commonly used in swimming pools to lower the pH levels and alkalinity of the water, which helps prevent the growth of algae and bacteria. It is also used to clean and maintain the pool's surfaces and equipment.
Will muriatic acid kill algae?
Muriatic acid will lower the Ph of the water in a swimming pool which may be helpful if the pH is too low, However the best way to kill algae in the pool is to try shocking it first and failing that get algaecide. as a last resort use a clarifier making sure you follow the instructions on the container.
What is needed for algae and aquatic plants to live?
independent
Where do the energy needed by plants and algae come from?
sunlight
Does red algae have a respiratory system?
no respiratory system
Is Algae part of Biotic system?
No
Is algae a living thing?
Yes algae is a living thing because it is a plant and has a cell system.
How much does algae weigh?
In order to determine how much algae weighs, the amount of algae being weighed is needed. The more algae, the more it will weigh.
How can I effectively remove algae on my patio?
To effectively remove algae on your patio, you can use a mixture of water and white vinegar or a commercial algae remover. Scrub the affected areas with a brush or pressure washer, then rinse thoroughly with water. Repeat the process as needed to prevent algae from returning.
If pool water is clear but surfaces are slippery is this algae?
It could be, but sounds more like hi alkalinity. Check your TA ( total alkalinity ) It should be between 80-120 ppm. You can bring it down using muriatic acid if you need to.
Is a algae living?
It's as alive as a plant. The only difference is that plants have leaves, roots, stalks. Algae tend to be unicellular.
What does muriatic acid do for saltwater pools?
You don't use Muriatic acid to clean pools. It is used according to manufacturer's directions to balance the pH of your water. Acid v Alkalinity. Too high a pH, add acid. To low, add a pH increaser. 7.0-7.2 is about right. Now, your pool maintenance people may suggest a muriatic wash for your pool if it is loaded with black (or other) algae. However, that should be done only by trained, experienced professionals as we are talking about ACID. This acid in the water, administered properly will not have adverse effects; this I know because I once let my large in-ground pool go bad for a Southern California winter, and it became a breeding ground for mosquitos. I dumped in several gallons of acid to kill them and it didn't hurt them a bit! I hired a pool man and he said that the killer substance is the chlorine! (I got the problem cleared up before the little swimming buggers hatched into flying buggers!) If you are talking about acid washing a pool it is best to hire a professional to do the job. If an acid wash is suggested to remove algae, call someone else until they tell you a chlorine wash is the best way to remove algae stains. Sometimes both are needed to remove algae and metal stains. Try to maintain a pH of 7.2-7.4. If you are going to acid wash your pool find someone who has done a couple hundred of them as I have replastered many pools because an idiot did an acid wash improperly.
