I keep shocking pool .Can't get a reading after using pool first aid. why is that?
745495
your ph could be off or your alkalinity. if the ph is out of wack it will give you bad readings thru out. i thing it would be a good idea to take a water sample to your nearest pool store and have them check your sample, between the shock and pool first aid my water was clear in a mater of hours and my pool was green when i took the cover off this year, good luck.
745496
your ph could be off or your alkalinity.if the ph is out of wack it will give you bad readings thru out.i thing it would be a good idea to take a water sample to your nearest pool store and have them check your sample, between the shock and pool first aid my water was clear in a mater of hours and my pool was green when i took the cover off this year, good luck.
745497
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.
1603988
Your likely experiencing stray voltage. This can be common especially in rural areas where you are a long distances from a substation. Doesn't necessarily mean something is wrong, its just part of delivering power over lines. There is a voltage drop for current to get back to the substation. This is one reason why they require grounding around swimming pools. If you measure with a meter between your heater's ground surface and the water in the bird bath you may see a couple volts AC. You can look up stray voltage to learn more about it. Not much you can do, but add a grounding ring underneath your bird bath :). Your likely experiencing stray voltage. This can be common especially in rural areas where you are a long distances from a substation. Doesn't necessarily mean something is wrong, its just part of delivering power over lines. There is a voltage drop for current to get back to the substation. This is one reason why they require grounding around swimming pools. If you measure with a meter between your heater's ground surface and the water in the bird bath you may see a couple volts AC. You can look up stray voltage to learn more about it. Not much you can do, but add a grounding ring... » Read More Your likely experiencing stray voltage. This can be common especially in rural areas where you are a long distances from a substation. Doesn't necessarily mean something is wrong, its just part of delivering power over lines. There is a voltage drop for current to get back to the substation. This is one reason why they require grounding around swimming pools. If you measure with a meter between your heater's ground surface and the water in the bird bath you may see a couple volts AC. You can look up stray voltage to learn more about it. Not much you can do, but add a grounding ring underneath your bird bath :). « Show Less
1984034
Check the pressure setting with the guage that you got when you purchased your pool cleaner. If that doesn't work, you have something in the line
376762
It is my understanding that this shock has the same function as liquid shock. I use this instead of liquid shock. Love it! Are you adding chlorine as well? Hth has home algae control stuff that comes in a gallon that you measure out and pour in depending on the size of your pool. You could try that. Maybe take some of your water to a local pool dealer and have it tested. They could tell you exactly what to do. Good luck.
664704
First, I would ask how you know you have enough salt? Second, I was having that issue so I just purchased a Taylor testing kit to insure that I did. Also, you need to make sure you keep the unit extremely clean so that it can generate the chlorine for your pool. I am new at this and just learning so I am no exoert.
1150638
Yes. The error lights flash and I think the salt level does not read. Before you do anything make sure your salt cell has been cleaned with a good acid wash and take it to your pool store for testing.
777732
I was getting that at first as well, a lot. It has to do with timing. Now I put the test strip in first, let it start cycling. Prick and get a blood droplet ready. Once you see the drop symbol flashing on the meter then add your blood to the strip gently, just enough to fill the little groove. Then it'll give you a reading.
1410210
I was getting all kinds of funky readings with mine before it fried. It was really the first time that I was checking a house of arc fault. Anyway after it burnt up i talked with tech support they don't have anything. And they told me that you can get many false readings. I won't be replacing it with the same thing
83091
Mary, when I first got my unit I had the same issue. But now it works much better once I removed a couple of the hoses. Instead of uses the full set of hose, I took two off. Try to remove one at a time until it performs better but make sure there's enough to reach the far side of the pool.
1140986
It shouldn't jump that erratic, clime & decrease in increments, seal it in a clear plastic bag an watch it to see if your readings steady & level off ? Might get your answer
1172808
Get all of your levels checked for irregularities from your local pool store (pinch a penny). May have high calcium hardness levels.
1660863
My advice is to add two bags and wait to see what the reading on the pump is. I added three 4olb. bags and it was too high so I had to drain 20% of the water and refill. However this did solve the problem and I have not had to add anymore salt all summer. I love this product!!! Clean pool all the time. All I have had to do is clean to cooper device once by soaking in vinegar! Easy!
1774857
I monitor chlorine levels with dip sticks.As long as pool is clear and chlorine level adequet it is safe to swim.I shock only when cloudy appearance or chlorine level low.
2229402
It usually happens because there can be a pollen build up inside. The pollen makes it way through your pump and into the hose then gets stuck in the device. Shake it to free it lose. You could open it up and clean it, however, I only recommend this if you are very confident in your ability to reassemble it. Make sure you always store it in a dry covered bin when not in use and periodically remove the screen that is in the end of the house that connects to your pool's return. The screen easily pops out for cleaning and then pops back in.
1126558
Sorry, I am no expert in pool maintenance but I add one (sometimes two) packs of shock per week and keep the canister full of 3" chlorine tablets. I did have an algae problem because I let the maintenance go for several months. I added some large amounts of an algae treatment (found at the same store as shock) until the "green" disappeared. Normally, the shock (1 pack for about 8,000-10,000 gallons of water is sufficient to keep the algae at bay. It may take several days to get back to "normal". This is the extent of my experience. You could probably get a free estimate from a professional pool guy... I would get 2nd and 3rd opinions just in case! Austin Prestwood (near Houston TX) Sorry, I am no expert in pool maintenance but I add one (sometimes two) packs of shock per week and keep the canister full of 3" chlorine tablets. I did have an algae problem because I let the maintenance go for several months. I added some large amounts of an algae treatment (found at the same store as shock) until the "green" disappeared. Normally, the shock (1 pack for about 8,000-10,000 gallons of water is sufficient to keep the algae at bay. It may take several days to get back to "normal". This is the extent of my experience. You could probably get a free... » Read More Sorry, I am no expert in pool maintenance but I add one (sometimes two) packs of shock per week and keep the canister full of 3" chlorine tablets. I did have an algae problem because I let the maintenance go for several months. I added some large amounts of an algae treatment (found at the same store as shock) until the "green" disappeared. Normally, the shock (1 pack for about 8,000-10,000 gallons of water is sufficient to keep the algae at bay. It may take several days to get back to "normal". This is the extent of my experience. You could probably get a free estimate from a professional pool guy... I would get 2nd and 3rd opinions just in case! Austin Prestwood (near Houston TX) « Show Less
763614
I found the salt strips to be a bit tricky (compared to chlorine etc chemical strips). They take a long time to read, so I was just laying the strip in the water sample. You need to stand the strip up in the container so the bottom is in the water and let it sit. The strip was reading far lower than it should have when laying in the water vs standing up in the water. Perhaps you are having the same issue and it really is higher than 2000ppm. I started out with too much salt because of this as well.
285378
If the service light is on it could mean that you don't have enough water pressure. Make sure your pool has enough water.