Using this, what all else do I need? Does this eliminate the need for an algaecide and/or clarifier?
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We use this, as needed, along w/ chlorine and PH Rise (alkaline), as needed, and that's it. It might depend on where you live. We live in Ohio, as opposed to someone residing in Florida. I'm assuming that you use "test strips" 1x or 2x a week. This will give you the most accurate reading. If you're keeping your chlorine level relatively high along with the alkaline in balance and the PhosFree (as needed), you shouldn't need anything else. We don't. Hope this answers your questions! PS: My brother-in-law is a chemist, and he recommended that we use the PhosFree. It gives the pool a nice, clear, shinny look! It also helps the chlorine last longer! We use this, as needed, along w/ chlorine and PH Rise (alkaline), as needed, and that's it. It might depend on where you live. We live in Ohio, as opposed to someone residing in Florida. I'm assuming that you use "test strips" 1x or 2x a week. This will give you the most accurate reading. If you're keeping your chlorine level relatively high along with the alkaline in balance and the PhosFree (as needed), you shouldn't need anything else. We don't. Hope this answers your questions! PS: My brother-in-law is a chemist, and he recommended that we use the PhosFree. It gives the pool a... » Read More We use this, as needed, along w/ chlorine and PH Rise (alkaline), as needed, and that's it. It might depend on where you live. We live in Ohio, as opposed to someone residing in Florida. I'm assuming that you use "test strips" 1x or 2x a week. This will give you the most accurate reading. If you're keeping your chlorine level relatively high along with the alkaline in balance and the PhosFree (as needed), you shouldn't need anything else. We don't. Hope this answers your questions! PS: My brother-in-law is a chemist, and he recommended that we use the PhosFree. It gives the pool a nice, clear, shinny look! It also helps the chlorine last longer! « Show Less
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My pool is salt. I also have a mechanically run cover that keeps it very clean. I only use this and muratic acid. I find that pool stores push a lot of products that are not necessary. Like conditioner/cyanuric acid is only needed at very low levels to prevent chlorine loss.Research it and you'll see 2-20 is range to do its job...not 30-50 like pool companies recommend.
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I am not sure what else you would need without knowing what kind of pool you have, water type, and issues you are trying to correct in your pool . I would suggest getting to a pool supply store and have a water test. Now this pool perfect and phosfree product does contain a clarifier. This product is a regular maintenance chemical that helps keep phosphates low. Phosphates are what algae feed off of. This will not remove or kill algae from the pool. This brand does sell pool perfect by itself which is the strong clarifier.
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I used this in addition to a shock and clarifier to get my pool ready in the spring. I normally don't close my pool down in the winter but I also don't put chemicals in it all year. When the pool gets green I will clean the bottom, getting all the debris out and shock it very well and add my clarifier once I get the pool clean and clear I add pool perfect + phos free once a week to keep algae and phosphates that cause algae out...the end result is a clear pool all summer long!!
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Penny....this product will aid in the removal of phosphates from any pool that uses a filtration device. If there are no phosphates, then there will be no algae
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yes but I do not recommend it at all...It alleges that you can lower your chlorine and sanitize using this...I see no overall benefit from lowest chlorine levels as it causes other issues with algae...
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I've had experience with green algae blooms and it takes superchlorination and continuous filtering for a couple of days to clear it up. Three bags for 30000 gallons is not enough. For example, the cholorine shock I buy claims 73% available chlorine, and I use double my normal amount for superchlorination. If I was using this product, I'd start with minimum 5 bags, but, someone stated that this has 39% available chlorine, so it could be even more. A second or even a third treatment is possible 12/24 hours after the first if it's really bad.
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first and foremost I think you need to read the manual that came with the humidifier.you'll definitely need the EZCAL cleaner/descaler packets, and hydro cells, water maintenance system. The last item you need is an Ag+ ionic silver demineralization cartridge. Read and follow all the instructions.
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A starter supply of the water treatment was included, but not the cleaner. Haven't really found a need for cleaner yet and I suspect vinegar will work fine.
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This product doesn't reduce algae. It will help clarify the water and reduce smells produced by waste. A good filter with a steady flow of water paired with this will help keep your tank clear and algae free.
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Everything I've read indicates the three are necessary. You only use a ounce of each per gallon of water. The fluids must be mix with the water not together or the chemical reaction nutrializes the effectiveness. I've had a lot of success with this product and it is tried and true. If you have questions, I recommend going to a local hydroponics shop if available or going to youtube and searching on the products or just general hydroponics. Good luck!
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When using the product you should brush the pool completely to remove algae because they like to stick to the sides of the pool when you use the product you are taking away something the algae needs it should only take 24 hours for you to get a reading.
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I am not aware of that product. I have used bleach in mine and it seems to be fine. I do get algae so it does need some attention.
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I suggest putting algicide and chlorine in your pool to kill whatever it is that growing. This pool cleaner picks up everything on the bottom. I have never had an algae problem so I can't say that it will clean it off your pool.
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I haven't owned this unit for very long, but according to the manual, other than changing the filter, stones and a simple cleaning the ceramic filter, that is the only maintenance required. Also, although I have had problems with algae growing in other water filtering units, this one is not in light very much due to its location and the fact that I live in AK and have only owned it during the dark months so far.
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You can use household bleach to kill the algae first, then clean with PowerSoak. I would use about a quarter cup of bleach to about a gallon of water and let the filter soak for a bit, agitating a couple of times. Use a soft-to-firm brush (depending on your filter media) to help dislodge the crud after you've soaked them and before and during the rinse.
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It's only for removing debris. Chemicals are needed to prevent bacteria and algae from growing.
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You still need mechanical Filtration media such as filter pads. But I still use other things like Seachem Purigen. The two keep my 75 gallon saltwater reef tank in perfect condition. I hope this helps but at the end of the day it's all how you set up your filtration, stock the tank and perform maintenance.
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I chose to use Bromine instead of Chlorine (just because I let my dogs swim and heard it was better for pets), and just used standard chemicals packaged for spas and hot tubs. It worked well. But you'll want to be diligent with chlorine/bromine and managing the acid levels as the included pool filter is not particularly strong and it doesn't take much for algae growth to start.
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You do not absolutely NEED anything else but a liquid fertilizer is helpful. You can pick up a basic weekly use fertilizer (I use flourish by Seachem) or look into EI dosing (more work, better results). Depending on your plants you may want to look into root tabs (small fertilizer tablet in the substrate under the plant), CO2, and better lighting systems.Research into your plants will determine if you need to upgrade lighting and use CO2.All told, I do well with eco-complete and the weekly dose of Flourish. I do just as well in my sand substrate though. I prefer eco-complete for size and color. I have not found anything comparable in those factors near the price of eco-complete. You do not absolutely NEED anything else but a liquid fertilizer is helpful. You can pick up a basic weekly use fertilizer (I use flourish by Seachem) or look into EI dosing (more work, better results). Depending on your plants you may want to look into root tabs (small fertilizer tablet in the substrate under the plant), CO2, and better lighting systems.Research into your plants will determine if you need to upgrade lighting and use CO2.All told, I do well with eco-complete and the weekly dose of Flourish. I do just as well in my sand substrate though. I prefer eco-complete for... » Read More You do not absolutely NEED anything else but a liquid fertilizer is helpful. You can pick up a basic weekly use fertilizer (I use flourish by Seachem) or look into EI dosing (more work, better results). Depending on your plants you may want to look into root tabs (small fertilizer tablet in the substrate under the plant), CO2, and better lighting systems.Research into your plants will determine if you need to upgrade lighting and use CO2.All told, I do well with eco-complete and the weekly dose of Flourish. I do just as well in my sand substrate though. I prefer eco-complete for size and color. I have not found anything comparable in those factors near the price of eco-complete. « Show Less