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moviesmybank
Jun 8, 2009, 11:27 AM
I've tried everything to get my pool to clear. It is still a light greenish color. I've shocked it about 5 times and I checked the Ph and alkalinity and that to is fine. I do have sand coming into the pool and when I vacuum, I get a lot of sand out. Could this be the problem with the pool not clearing? I don't know what else to do. Thanks for any advise.

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ballengerb1
Jun 8, 2009, 01:43 PM
What filter media are you using, sand? You may have a break in the screening that keeps the sand trapped in the filter drum.

moviesmybank
Jun 8, 2009, 05:23 PM
What filter media are you using, sand? You may have a break in the screening that keeps the sand trapped in the filter drum.


Yes, I do have a sand filter. Where is the screening located? Also, do you know anything about what the lateral is for in your sand filter? I noticed a part was cracked last year, do you think I need to order a new one as well as the screening? I don't know how to take this thing apart. Is the screening in the top or bottom of the filter? Thanks for your help!!

ballengerb1
Jun 8, 2009, 08:58 PM
Go to your pool supply store where you buy you parts and supplies. Tell them what you have and what it is doing. They probably have a diagram of your filter. Cracked parts and a bad screen may indicate time to buy a new filter. I prefer DE, diatomaceous earth.