- May 25, 2023
- 3
- Pool Size
- 31000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Autopilot Digital PPC3 (RC-42)
So, I am a new pool owner and man is this a learning process. I want to thank TFP for the wealth of information I have found here.
I have learned that the PH will always creep up with a SWG. My problem is the way to lower it.
I have been using dry acid (lo n slo) but I recently read that is not recommended for a SWG, as it can cause the salt cell issues down the road, amongst other problems.
Many people seem to use Muriatic acid. I was hesitant to do this because of needing eye protection, gloves etc…seemed riskier than dry acid.
However, I have a vinyl liner and I have read that Muriatic acid can bleach and damage the liner!
So, there seems to be a paradox here. What is the consensus best way to lower PH in a saltwater pool with a vinyl liner?
I have learned that the PH will always creep up with a SWG. My problem is the way to lower it.
I have been using dry acid (lo n slo) but I recently read that is not recommended for a SWG, as it can cause the salt cell issues down the road, amongst other problems.
Many people seem to use Muriatic acid. I was hesitant to do this because of needing eye protection, gloves etc…seemed riskier than dry acid.
However, I have a vinyl liner and I have read that Muriatic acid can bleach and damage the liner!
So, there seems to be a paradox here. What is the consensus best way to lower PH in a saltwater pool with a vinyl liner?