New User - cjs1970

[cjs1970]

Thanks for your reply.

I was searching the internet because my water started to cloud up a bit yesterday. I found my problem, the cartridge that contains the chlorine tablets is empty. They told me the thing would last a month when I bought it; too bad it's been only 2 week. At the cost of those cartridges it starts to become a real burden for me financially so I am searching for a more economical option for maintaining my pool.

I always had a pool growing up. I remember throwing in a quart of chlorine every day or two; and we never had clouding issues. I'm trying to understand the chemistry a bit more before I just jump in, but I think I want to head down the BBB route. Like I said, I like to KISS.

I am going to buy the test kit you recommend before I do anything, but I have one question. Is there anything special I need to do to take the frog out of my system? I know how to physically remove it, but is there anything special I need to be concerned with? Can I just take it out and start doing the BBB thing?

Thanks again. Great site and forum!

[PoolDoc]

Is there anything special I need to do to take the frog out of my system? I know how to physically remove it, but is there anything special I need to be concerned with? Can I just take it out and start doing the BBB thing?

As long as the chlorine is used up, you can just remove it (and re-pipe as needed!)

Be careful about suddenly raising the chlorine level; if you still have copper in the water, sudden high chlorine can cause stains. Raise it gradually, and run your filter 24/7.