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Pink algae is not an algae at all, but a bacteria. Normal
algaecides will not reliably work on them. We have products
that are designed to assist chlorine with removal of this
bacteria. Generally develops in remote places: inside
the skimmer, behind the light, underneath ladder treads,
around return fittings, and inside automatic pool cleaners. |
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To
eliminate pink algae, you must superchlorinate your
pool, turn off the filter, and clean it with a good
filter cleaner. Let the filter soak overnight then
backwash to waste. Let the chlorine level subside
before using again. (Hint: a good rule of thumb is
to toss into the pool the equipment that is normally
used for pool maintenance, including hoses, brushes,
etc. prior to superchlorinating. These need to be
disinfected too).
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