New to pool ownership....help

[dlopez1518]

Husband bought a Fast Set Pool 10x30. When filled, daughter went in for 2 days without any type of treatment. On third day, water was beginning to get hazy; didn't get in pool. On day five (Friday), added htc shock and swim treatment. Today is Sunday and water is still hazy. 6 way test strips read:
TH 400
FC 10
pH 8.4
TA 240
CYA 30-50

Don't think the pool is safe to swim in due to high FC, pH, and TA levels.......correct?? What do I do next?? Daughter is very upset about not being able to swim for the past two days.

 

[JasonLion]

If you bring down the PH and the bottom is clearly visible despite the haze then swimming will be alright.

With your really high TA level, you need to keep a closer eye on your PH and take care to not let it get up that high. I recommend lowering PH to 7.2 each time it gets up to 7.8 until the TA comes down to something more reasonable.

 

[dlopez1518]

Thank you for the prompt response. I will definitely get back to you if I have more questions/concern/problems. :-D