No idea what I'm doing!!

[SafetyBob]

Welcome to the forum.......first thing, follow PoolDoc's links for a Taylor 2006C test kit, order it TODAY. While you are waiting for it, watch the videos on the Taylor website then when you get it in a week or so you will be familiar enough to be comfortable using it. Just follow the directions on the lid. Yes, it's almost THAT easy. Knowing where you chemical levels are critical to pool enjoyment and it's not that bad once you get the Taylor kit. Post the results and PoolDoc and others will help you along the way.....they have made ALL the diffence this year in my pool....I am finally enjoying it...ALOT!!

Got a cover yet for your pool. I strongly recommend one to keep the crap out of the pool and I believe your filter pump uses the small Intex filters so cleanliness will be critical to your enjoyment of not having to change filters all the time. Consider getting a couple of Unicel filters to see how much they work/last than the Intex ones. Yes, due to cost you will pull them out, soak them in bleach, then reuse them.....they are of far better quality than the Intex filters.

OK, so get the Taylor test kit so you can give us your exact numbers and a couple of bottle of Clorox, go to Sams to get your stabilizer stuff for now.

Bob E.

[sadiesue517]

Me again..
Still having troubles with cloudy water. Filter is the Krystal Clear Model 637R that came with the pool. Should I maybe upgrade to something else, and if so, what are some recommendations. The kids don't mind the cloudy water, but drives me NUTS!

[PoolDoc]

What are your test results, and what test kit are you using? How have you been adding chlorine?

If the problem IS filtration, then getting these cartridges will help:

Get TWO -- these cartridges are MUCH higher quality than the OEM models. And CHECK first, to make sure you use the Intex "A" or "C" cartridge. If not, tell me what you use, and I'll try to find the right cartridge. Let me do it, though - most of the "Unicel" cartridges being sold on Amazon aren't actual Unicel.

Unicel C-4607 Replacement Filter Cartridge (Easy Set Size A or C) @ Amazon @ Amazon
Unicel C-5315 Replacement Filter Cartridge for 15 Square Foot Intex B Filter @ Amazon