Need to read up on that, I think Todd is giving you the "safest" way to clear it.
Even American Sport Fish hatchery and Texas A&M support Alum as the absolute best method-BUT..you gotta be careful in how you apply it and use the right amount of Hydrated lime.
Chemistry could be different, and I will not argue with Todd's recommendations.

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