Troubleshooting Guide
Problem What To Look For Treatment
Cloudy Water
Algae
Algae may be
caused by
insufficient
levels of
oxidizer
and/or
inadequate
water
circulation
Poor filtration
1. Backwash & clean filter.
2. Run filter for 24 hours.
3. Increase run time per day.
Superchlorinate water (with
dealer’s guidance) and brush
pool walls. See treatment for green
algae below.
NOTES: Regular algaecide treatments are recommended for outdoor pools that experience persistent algae problems.
Do not use algae treatments containing either copper or sodium bromide.
If you need further assistance, please call 1-800-910-4378.
Slow filter turnover rates.
Hazy pool water; may have
slight green appearance
Algae growth
Unbalanced water
Green algae
Black algae
Mustard algae
Black spots on pool walls
Yellow or brown
film on steps or walls.
1. Brush affected areas.
2. Shock pool with chlorine.
3. Add algaecide.
4. Vacuum pool.
5. Repeat steps 1-4 until algae is
gone.
6. Backwash filter.
Pea green color;
attaches to pool walls;
sometimes colors the entire
body of water.
1. Check pH and adjust if necessary.
2. Shock pool with chlorine.
3. Brush surfaces.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 until algae is
gone.
5. Backwash filter.
1. High hardness
2. High TDS
(Total Dissolved Solids)
3. High pH
4. High Total Alkalinity
Balance the pool water.
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