Clear Pool Water

• 1). Remove as much large debris from the pool. Scoop it out with a large leaf net or grab it by hand. Do not use your pool skimmer or vacuum to complete this task, as they can become damaged plucking out sharp objects. Use these tools to remove small amounts of debris once the pool is clear. Avoid turning on your filter until most of the debris is taken out of the pool, since small branches and leaves can impair filter suction.
  
  
• 2). Confirm chemical levels with pH plus, pH minus and alkalinity plus measures, and make necessary adjustments. Pool water must contain the appropriate amount of chemicals to be clear. It should be within a 7.2 to 8.0 pH level and an 80 to 100 alkalinity level, according to Pool and Spa Warehouse. If chemical levels are off even a little bit, water can appear cloudy and discolored.
  
  
• 3). Shock your pool to eliminate algae and bacteria from your pool. Add 3 to 4 gallons of chlorine to your pool each day until your pool clears. Depending on your pool size and extent of the damage, it can take anywhere from one to three or more days to see results. End shock treatments when the pool water is clear. Do not allow any swimming in the pool during the shock treatment period.
  
  
• 4). Constantly run your filter, in addition to or instead of applying shock treatments. Operate your filter around-the-clock and set it to backwash at least three times throughout the day or more to eliminate obstructions. If more than five days pass without your pool clearing from running your filter, consult a pool technician to inspect your filter to ensure its performing effectively.