Pool jets

[Sonogirl1980]

Hi! Our pool jets come on very strong when we initially turn them on. After about 25 minutes they slow down considerably, almost stopping. We have a DE filter which we have already cleaned three times since opening it this season. We have also back washed many times. Any suggestions?

[Watermom]

Do you have live algae? Live algae will plug up a DE filter fast!

[Sonogirl1980]

I don't know for certain if we have live algae. I guess it's a good possibility. Our pool is not green, just very cloudy. We had added many chemicals but figure were fighting a losing battle if the jets aren't working properly.

[Watermom]

Do you have a drops-based test kit? The test kit that we think is by far the best is the Taylor K2006 or 2006C (better buy). Not available locally but you can get it through this link that takes you to Amazon: http://pool9.net/tk/

But, in the meantime, go to Walmart and see if they have the HTH 6-Way drops-based kit (no test strips!) and get that. If they don't, get an OTO/Phenol Red kit (yellow and red drops) instead. Use it to test and then post your numbers. Also while you are at WallyWorld, get several jugs of their generic 8.25% bleach, a couple of boxes of 20 Mule Team Borax (laundry aisle) and a gallon of distilled water.

Test your water and post some numbers. Also, tell us what kind and size your pool is, and what size (hp) your pump is. Lastly, tell us exactly what all you have put in your pool --- meaning ingredients and not just product names like 'shock' or 'algaecide.' Then, someone here will see if we can help you figure out what is going on.

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