Adding Stabilizer

[ShanHowl719]

I’m very new at the pool ownership. I went to the pool store and they said I need stabilizer/conditioner because my CYA was at zero.
She said to add directly to the skimmer so I did. I use skimmer socks but it seems to just be sitting there. Did I do this wrong. Do I need to take out the socks and pour directly in?
I had to add 6 pounds so it’s quite a bit that isn’t dissolved!

 

[mknauss]

Welcome to the forum.
That was quite a bit all at once. As long as there is water flow to your pump, it should be OK. Do NOT turn off the pump until it is all dissolved.
I suggest you read through Pool Care Basics - Trouble Free Pool and even look at a few of our videos TFP-TV - Trouble Free Pool

 

[Texas Splash]

She said to add directly to the skimmer so I did.

Pool store advice. We recommend the sock method as noted below. If the granules are still in the sock, they should be soft by now. Just pull the sock out and squeeze the granules with your hand. They should dissolve like mush.


Adding CYA:
To increase CYA via granular stabilizer, place the required amount as calculated by the PoolMath APP into a white sock and place in the poolside skimmer basket. For those concerned about suction flow to the pump, suspending the sock near a return jet or from a floating device will also suffice. Best never to allow undissolved granules to rest directly against the pool surface. After about 30 minutes of soaking, squeeze the sock continuously to help it dissipate. Once dissolved, consider your CYA adjusted to that programmed (target) level. CYA test readings should show a rise in 24-48 hours, however some pools may experience a longer delay to fully register. Best to confirm final CYA in about 5-7 days before adding any more stabilizer/conditioner.