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    Default Re: Filtration problems / pump size

    Sorry, one more thing. After adding the bleach or shock should I leave the pump running or shut it down for the night? I've been running it 24/7 to try and get this cleared up.

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    Default Re: Filtration problems / pump size

    It's common for AG kit manufacturers to oversize pumps, because pool purchasers naively assume that more HP = better performance. And, it's cheaped to increase pump HP than it is to increase filter size.

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    Default Re: Filtration problems / pump size

    Do you have a model # for your pump? Not all 1.5 HP AG pumps are that "large" and most are smaller than 3/4 HP IG pumps.
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    Default Re: Filtration problems / pump size

    Quote Originally Posted by thedubb View Post
    Sorry, one more thing. After adding the bleach or shock should I leave the pump running or shut it down for the night? I've been running it 24/7 to try and get this cleared up.
    Keep the pump and filter running 24/7 till it's back to normal.
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