Quote Originally Posted by etorres View Post
The pool store guy said I needed to add some Calcium but he said not to worry about it until I cleared the pool.
He's right that you don't need it now: but you don't need it later, either.

OK, what can you do to speed it up.

1. Relax. You do not need to brush or clean your filter 2x per day!

2. Your cartridge is probably shot. If you will send me pictures of your filter, filter label and cartridge, I'll see if I can locate the correct Unicel replacement for you. Do NOT get a replacement from your pool store. Most retail replacements are Asian made and poorer quality. A new GOOD cartridge would likely fix your vacuuming problem.

I was going to make more suggestions, but they won't help much if your cartridge needs replacing. Cleaning 2x per day + dirt shooting through the cartridge is a VERY strong indicator that you need new!