About to install SWG, should I be concern with high Phosphate?

[Meadow]

Went to Leslie’s and grabbed MA. Only place selling 31.45% near me for $14.99 + tax. Lowes and HD has the 14.5% for less $ but expensive if you do the math! Anyway, I brought my sample just for the kick.
FC = 3
TC = 3
CH = 250
CYA = 60
TA = 100
PH = 7.7
Copper = 0
Iron = 0
TDS = 1000
Phosphates = 300 ppb (High)

Leslie’s tried to push PhosFree but I declined. I don’t think I can test Phosphate level with what I have. I test 2x a day and I’m pretty much aware of the pattern. I don’t use other chemicals but LC and MA. Water is crystal clear.

…and here’s mine from the same sample
FC = 3
CC = 0
PH = 7.8
TA = 80
CH = 250
CYA = 40
SALT = 600

 

[pooldv]

No, we are not concerned with phosphates. Just another excuse to sell you some stuff you don't need.

 

[UN1017]

Leslie’s tried to push PhosFree but I declined.

They sure do love that stuff. It must have a very high profit margin. Anyway, you've been lurking long enough and have been through Pool School to know you can disregard their results and you don't need to be concerned with phosphates at all.

1. Continue you current chemical choices.
2. Rely solely on your own testing.
3. Make sure you are maintaining a correct FC/CYA ratio.
4. Prepare to up your CYA to recommended SWG levels.
5. Make sure your FC is stable before firing up the SWG.