I have salt pool, normally I add salt to generate chlorine. I have algae growth and need to shock the pool, do I use this?
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No you don't use this product for shocking..... Try looking up Pool shock on Amazon....you will see more appropriate products pop up.
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I don't think your supposed to mix the tabs in a salt pool I would check with one of the pool stores to ask the PRO's
2036949
No you don't use this product for shocking.....Try looking up Pool shock on Amazon....you will see more appropriate products pop up.http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_0_7?url=search-alias%3Dlawngarden&field-keywords;=pool%20shock&sprefix;=pool+sh%2Clawngarden%2C233
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No, this item to maintain a pool that is in good clean condition. You have to purchase an algae killing kit. I had the same problem last year. The kit or items is used over a two to three day period. After which the pool filter needs to be cleaned. Make sure you open every valve and sprayer so the kit circulates the entire plumbing system for the pool. If you have a pool store in your area ask them for the right stuff.
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Yes, it can be used with a salt system. In fact it complements each other. The minerals help by stabilizing the water and having less of a demand on the chlorine generator.
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First, I would ask how you know you have enough salt? Second, I was having that issue so I just purchased a Taylor testing kit to insure that I did. Also, you need to make sure you keep the unit extremely clean so that it can generate the chlorine for your pool. I am new at this and just learning so I am no exoert.
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I think you can just add the correct amount of salt to the water - check the PH and put in the Solaxx. At that poi t you will no longer need to add chlorine.
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I have this system myself. I had some green algae when I opened it this spring but never added anything but shock and vacuumed it out. You will have to add your standard chemicals at the beginning of the year and sometimes throughout the year if you have to clean it a lot. Such as alkalinity, hardness, cynuirc acid to keep clorine levels up. But I must say the saltwater system is almost maintenance free and keeps my pool krystal klear. I onk y run mine 3 to 5 hours a day. No problems. If you have algae you may want to check your salt content in the pool with a saltwater strip you get from any big box store. Good luck. I have this system myself. I had some green algae when I opened it this spring but never added anything but shock and vacuumed it out. You will have to add your standard chemicals at the beginning of the year and sometimes throughout the year if you have to clean it a lot. Such as alkalinity, hardness, cynuirc acid to keep clorine levels up. But I must say the saltwater system is almost maintenance free and keeps my pool krystal klear. I onk y run mine 3 to 5 hours a day. No problems. If you have algae you may want to check your salt content in the pool with a saltwater strip you get from... » Read More I have this system myself. I had some green algae when I opened it this spring but never added anything but shock and vacuumed it out. You will have to add your standard chemicals at the beginning of the year and sometimes throughout the year if you have to clean it a lot. Such as alkalinity, hardness, cynuirc acid to keep clorine levels up. But I must say the saltwater system is almost maintenance free and keeps my pool krystal klear. I onk y run mine 3 to 5 hours a day. No problems. If you have algae you may want to check your salt content in the pool with a saltwater strip you get from any big box store. Good luck. « Show Less
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Yes, But it is not needed if you are running the saltwater system. You may need to run it a few more hours. You can also buy the little bags of shock and shock the pool every week or or when ever you have a lot of people in the pool. I myself run my saltwater system at least 12 hours and I keep the pump running 24-7. I add 1 bag of salt at the end of the year. Keeping the pool moving at all time keeps it clear plus cleaning the filter on a regular basis (about every 3-4 days).
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The pool comes with fresh water sand filter. Chlorine would have to added to keep clean of algae. No salt added to this filter.Or buy an extra saltwater filter that connects to freshwater system that comes with pool. We like that very much! No chlorine needed. Keeps water crystal clear. Saltwater filter converts salt to chlorine. Salt stays in pool. Saltwater filter took about a month to come from place ordered. We had to shock pool until filter got here.
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Before you do anything pool stores will ask if you have shocked pool yet. So get that done then bring them water sample. They will tell you what you need. When you have followed their instructions then bring back second water sample. Once pool is chemically balanced then they will have you add salt. 24 hours later turn on salt filter!
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yes, saltwater will affect the pool and the included ladder. After only 1 month using a salt generator, the metal parts of the pool and ladder started to rust. I removed the salt generator and started using bleach. Cheap chlorination and no more rust.
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Although the HTH pool shock did help, I still had to take out and fully clean the pool filter. The shocker will certainly kill algae, but, it will not get rid of pollen or dirt coming off the trees and the ground. I have a few large trees around my pool and have to clean the filter every 3 months, at least, as dirt sits at the bottom of the filter holder and stats to clog up the pipes going from pool filter and into the pool. Short answer, yes, this product kills algae, but, will not kill dirt. I suggest you do both, use this product to kill any signs of algae while also fully cleaning your filter and pipes going into it and from it. Although the HTH pool shock did help, I still had to take out and fully clean the pool filter. The shocker will certainly kill algae, but, it will not get rid of pollen or dirt coming off the trees and the ground. I have a few large trees around my pool and have to clean the filter every 3 months, at least, as dirt sits at the bottom of the filter holder and stats to clog up the pipes going from pool filter and into the pool. Short answer, yes, this product kills algae, but, will not kill dirt. I suggest you do both, use this product to kill any signs of algae while also fully cleaning your... » Read More Although the HTH pool shock did help, I still had to take out and fully clean the pool filter. The shocker will certainly kill algae, but, it will not get rid of pollen or dirt coming off the trees and the ground. I have a few large trees around my pool and have to clean the filter every 3 months, at least, as dirt sits at the bottom of the filter holder and stats to clog up the pipes going from pool filter and into the pool. Short answer, yes, this product kills algae, but, will not kill dirt. I suggest you do both, use this product to kill any signs of algae while also fully cleaning your filter and pipes going into it and from it. « Show Less
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it is a sand filter pool BUT I feel it is worth the investment to buy the salt water chlorine generator. I put it in line with the sand filter and I had a clear pool all summer. All I had to do was vacuum it and test the water to see if I had to run the chlorinator longer that night or not.
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I have it hooked up to a 1 HP motor and have an Ionizer system to help reduce the need of chorine. Do not think there should be any problem using salt water as the tubing is plastic and will not oxidize. Have not filled the started the heater as yet, as I am stilling in the finishing stages. Am pumped about the system; will inform once it is operational and am swimming in upstream in warm water.
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It is my understanding that this shock has the same function as liquid shock. I use this instead of liquid shock. Love it! Are you adding chlorine as well? Hth has home algae control stuff that comes in a gallon that you measure out and pour in depending on the size of your pool. You could try that. Maybe take some of your water to a local pool dealer and have it tested. They could tell you exactly what to do. Good luck.
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The system creates chlorine from the salt that you put in the pool. There are copper electrodes of sorts that react somehow, and it works! We used ours the last 2 summers and it worked just fine with regular rinsing/flushing. I cleaned them this spring with vinegar, and put it together and turned it on. Money well spent.
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First of all, this is a good product. All I ever do is adjust my PH and add chlorine. I add granular chlorine into the pool and two 3" tablets in the skimmer basket when opening for the first time. Then, occasionally through the summer I add a scoop of granular to boost the existing chlorine. Every once in a while the pool water needs a little "shock" to prevent clouding and algae growth in very hot, humid weather. I never dump multiple chemicals into our pool and every year it is crystal clear. I don't think you "need" to shock the pool but it can't hurt. By the way, a big bucket of granular chlorine is much cheaper to "shock" your pool then buying those little individual 1lb bags!! First of all, this is a good product. All I ever do is adjust my PH and add chlorine. I add granular chlorine into the pool and two 3" tablets in the skimmer basket when opening for the first time. Then, occasionally through the summer I add a scoop of granular to boost the existing chlorine. Every once in a while the pool water needs a little "shock" to prevent clouding and algae growth in very hot, humid weather. I never dump multiple chemicals into our pool and every year it is crystal clear. I don't think you "need" to shock the pool but it can't hurt. By the... » Read More First of all, this is a good product. All I ever do is adjust my PH and add chlorine. I add granular chlorine into the pool and two 3" tablets in the skimmer basket when opening for the first time. Then, occasionally through the summer I add a scoop of granular to boost the existing chlorine. Every once in a while the pool water needs a little "shock" to prevent clouding and algae growth in very hot, humid weather. I never dump multiple chemicals into our pool and every year it is crystal clear. I don't think you "need" to shock the pool but it can't hurt. By the way, a big bucket of granular chlorine is much cheaper to "shock" your pool then buying those little individual 1lb bags!! « Show Less
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This is the second summer we use our saltwater system and have not encountered any problems. Make sure your calculating the amount of salt needed to the size of pool you have. We have a 12' round pool and add 1 1/2 bags of pool salt. We also clean the copper plates with vinegar every other month to avoid calcium build up.
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I think you would be fine using this product with salt water pools that use the salt for chlorine generation. The product is mostly baking soda with water clarifier added in. The product does 3 things: increases pH, increases Alkalinity and adds clarifier to your pool water. I use this product with my outdoor pool which holds about 28,000 gallon and have been very happy with it. I add about 1 tablet of this per 4 tablets of 3 inch chlorine tablets that I put into my chlorinator. If you monitor your pool chemistry you could also periodically just add a tablet(s) when your pH and Alkalinity levels get low in your pool. You could also buy Arm & Hammer baking soda for Alkalinity adjustment with a separate pool water clarifier product and use them as directed to achieve the same end result.