Does anyone find that this helps to reduce pool pump run time or just the need for chemicals? Central FL with no trees in yard. Full sun all day.
231940
Yes i reduced the chemical by about 2/3. and I have turned my pump off from time to time and have seen no change in water quality.
231941
We are in coulterville, ca. No trees, summer 104 degrees, sincecwevhad it we can control algae ...none, so that has cut pump time and replacing water since we are drought area and it is monitored. Not sure how it works but out here it does.
231942
Yes. As there is less algae build up I have reduced the pool pump time form 10 hours to 6 hours a day.
2247235
I chose to use Bromine instead of Chlorine (just because I let my dogs swim and heard it was better for pets), and just used standard chemicals packaged for spas and hot tubs. It worked well. But you'll want to be diligent with chlorine/bromine and managing the acid levels as the included pool filter is not particularly strong and it doesn't take much for algae growth to start.
648800
Yes, I have this set-up and it works GREAT. My pool is only 16' round, 48'' high (approx. 5000 gal) though so I set the filter pump to run approx. 4 hrs. every night together with the saltwater chlorinator and I only had to shock the pool once or twice last summer, and that only because I did not run the filter for a few days. What a change from years past when it took so much work just to keep the water balanced.Setting your pump up with a saltwater chlorinator will give you a virtually MAINTENANCE-FREE pool all summer long. No more constantly adding chlorine or trying to keep your water balanced. You do it once, and then pretty much maintenance free all summer giving you time to really enjoy your pool. Yes, I have this set-up and it works GREAT. My pool is only 16' round, 48'' high (approx. 5000 gal) though so I set the filter pump to run approx. 4 hrs. every night together with the saltwater chlorinator and I only had to shock the pool once or twice last summer, and that only because I did not run the filter for a few days. What a change from years past when it took so much work just to keep the water balanced.Setting your pump up with a saltwater chlorinator will give you a virtually MAINTENANCE-FREE pool all summer long. No more constantly adding chlorine or trying to keep... » Read More Yes, I have this set-up and it works GREAT. My pool is only 16' round, 48'' high (approx. 5000 gal) though so I set the filter pump to run approx. 4 hrs. every night together with the saltwater chlorinator and I only had to shock the pool once or twice last summer, and that only because I did not run the filter for a few days. What a change from years past when it took so much work just to keep the water balanced.Setting your pump up with a saltwater chlorinator will give you a virtually MAINTENANCE-FREE pool all summer long. No more constantly adding chlorine or trying to keep your water balanced. You do it once, and then pretty much maintenance free all summer giving you time to really enjoy your pool. « Show Less
1744191
I turned on the pump, added plants and waited a couple of days. I prefer the Jungle Brand water conditioner. It says on the lable it neutralizes chlorine and chloramine. If concerned put in a couple of 20 cent goldfish, and after a week or so the water will clear. Most pet stores, Petco etc will take back the fish..and guarantee them for a few weeks....P
38121
No solar. It cut back my presses to my pump and sprayed over the side of my pool. I'm not a fan would sale mine cheap. btbthrone@gmail.com
255171
Maybe. We had a MAJOR algae infestation after a lengthy vacation away last year. I didn't want to drain and refill, so I gave it a try. After about 24 hours, it looked as though it may have helped, but I was never able to reclaim the pool that year. I have used other algaecide since then as a weekly preventative measure, and haven't had a problem this year yet. If your using it for preventative maintenance only, something cheaper would be sufficient in my opinion. Hope that helps!
1805770
Yes...our pool has constant debris from the woods that we live in and this stuff is absolutely great for our pool. Some people may not have as much organic material to deal with and may not have such raving reviews about this product, but our pool seems to like it!! You do have to vaccuum a couple of times a week though until your pool is clear.
1790507
Yes, I have a chlorinator full of chlorine tablets that puts a steady dose of chorine into the pool, but I didn't ever have to put extra in to shock the pool. This shock was amazing. I've always had trouble with algae but I didn't see ANY this year.
858961
I have an above grond 12x18x4 saltwater oval under 3 large mature pecan trees. We have experienced similar problem at first. Then realized that the Leader hose was getting forced to one side from both, the side mount drain adapter and the outlet flow of the pump. I had to omit the side drain and connect direct to the pump. It really does get about 85-90% of the pool clean. The rest we clean by controlling it manually. Yes we have to stand there for a short period of time and simply twist a hose segment while holding the adjacent segment. It is a great deal better than cleaning the entire pool.
1600336
Yes the pool is much cleaner , it's coming into winter here and pool is not going green like it used to. Floatron has helped us cut down on chlorine tablet use a fair bit so a good thing to buy
1214511
I have a 5k gal pool and I run it 5 hrs daily, during the hottest part of the day, and have no problems. My sister has a much larger pool and she has to run hers 6 hrs daily. We also live in NE Florida where there is a lot of sun - so you have to keep that in mind too.
201501
It worked for me. 1st it will not replace chlorine just reduce dramatically the quantity you use. In my case I reduced about 2/3. Second it will not happen quickly , it took about 2 months for my pool to stabilize at these levels. Hope I helped.
1429146
I used two of these on my 10,000 gallon pool. I did not use my 1hp pool pump ( I did not want to run it for 8 hours a day). I set up a small 250 GPH utility pump to circulate water. I run it for 8 hours a day at a cost of about 15 cents a day. The incoming temp was about 75- outgoing about 100. It resulted in a raise of total pool temp of about 8 degrees. The HP of the circulating pump does not make a difference. Only a set amount of Sun energy can be transferred to the water based on the sq. footage of the panels, amount of sun and hours per day of circulation. The HP or GPH will not make a difference as long as you are circulating water through the panel.
918043
I recommend it. I used the Gladon Foam Adhesive. Two cans for a 21' round pool. I have to say, I like the foam. I decided to install the wall foam, foam cove and a rhino pad. It was a bit of work, but well worth it. I have not had to heat the pool nearly as much this year. I think it holds heat better over night, giving the solar cover a chance to do its job better in the morning. I also like the "soft feeling" all around. I sprayed a strip of adhesive about 10"-20" wide (top/down) and 3'-5' long (side/side) just under the j-bead and applied the foam nice and level beneath the bead. I used a trowel to smooth the foam over the adhesive and work out the air. After going all the way around the pool, I went back and spayed small sections at a time near the bottom and attached the foam. I did not worry about getting glue under evey inch of foam. It is too hard to keep the foam level and smooth working with such a large area. If the top is attached well, and there are no wrinkles, it isn't going anywhere once the pool is filled. Also by doing the top section first ad I described, it is a one person job. Good luck with your install!
1081688
Like others have said, you should get a new pool guy. The chlorine is primarily broken down by UV rays from the sun, so covering the pool not only helps keep out debris, dust, and other particles that have to be cleaned, but it also breaks down the chlorine much more quickly. This is why chlorine is stabilized which makes it last longer. If your pool guy does not understand this then he should not be professionally cleaning pools - or the alternative is he is just trying to take advantage of you.
2250231
Two things you can try... Make sure the valves are open and the water is circulating from the pool through the system and returning to the pool. Also, make sure you only operate the pump for hours that the sun is hitting the panel otherwise you might be heating the pool and then cooling the pool when the sun goes down.
1561586
Yes just put 2 big tarps under the pool.Also we bought 2 cinder blocks at Home depot.Put one outside and one inside on a bathroom math to protect the pool and you won't need a ladder...Use chlorine shock just a little bit once a week and also balance that you can get from Walmart...The chlorine tablets takes too long time to dissolve...Use a stick for balancing the water and you will see what chemicals you need.I only run the pump 1 time a month for 3 hours or if the water is not clear...You don't need to run it more because it costs power to run...