Would 30 ppm Chlorine burn off particulates?

[marilang]

Thanks, all, for your help.

I hosed down the cartridges and a LOT of silt came out. The pressure went down to 15 psi, which is normal for my system after cleaning. Brand spanking new cartridge = 13 psi, normally I clean at 20 psi, this heavy algae/scum removal project took it to 35 psi which caused all the other problems. Now the ray-vac calmed down, the skimmers work, water is flowing from the spa to the pool, all is well.

The pressure rose even while I adjusted the water (added 1c acid, more sodium hypo, and 3 trichlor pucks) so I may have to do this a few times this week. Small price to pay for getting my pool back. Besides, with practice I am getting much faster. ;-)

[marilang]

I had to hose down the cartridges Saturday morning AND evening, but since then the pressure has stayed very low. After a few days of 24/7 filter operation, I can finally see the bottom of the pool. It's not sparkling yet, but it's on its way. I'm glad we have a new, more energy efficient pump motor!

Lesson learned. Last night I had a vivid dream that we had one bad rainstorm and the pool went right back to green and slimy. But in the real world, it was a long term case of neglect.

[waste]

I had to hose down the cartridges Saturday morning AND evening, but since then the pressure has stayed very low. After a few days of 24/7 filter operation, I can finally see the bottom of the pool. It's not sparkling yet, but it's on its way. I'm glad we have a new, more energy efficient pump motor!

Lesson learned. Last night I had a vivid dream that we had one bad rainstorm and the pool went right back to green and slimy. But in the real world, it was a long term case of neglect.

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

I live to hear success stories like yours, I am glad that your problem is all but gone, and I'm sure all the other members of the forum are too. I wish that all the pool owner's who's pools I care for had your dedication and willingness to care for their investment like you do!!!

Do what you bought the pool for; enjoy it all summer

Luv&luck - Waste