Sorry, but you will not receive the "pool idiot" award.

YOU FIXED IT!! That's all that counts.

On a sobering note, you will continue to have algae issues in your pool.....the filter alone won't fix that.

When you get a chance, post a set of test results and we'll help get your pool clear. You would do well to buy Ben's test kit @ Poolsolutions.com...you'll use it for Summers to come as well as this one.