Like most 1st level tech support / customer service, you aren't allowed to go off script. You can only ask the customer if they have turned the pool off, and then back on again.
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Yeah, that plus the lousy pay. It explains how their stores get such lousy employees. Leslies is based here in Phoenix and the corporate office isn't any better than the stores. They do not understand customer service.
- Jun 24, 2021
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- May 3, 2014
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Not sure if you can cancel the K2006 purchase but a TFPro comes with the SpeedStir and is a better value.
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I can, but the k-2006 was only $80 on Amazon, so even with the $40 SpeedStir it seems to be a better value.
The k2006 is the 2.7 times smaller and will need replacing sooner. You want the TF100 for the same money. The 2006*C* is larger but loses to the TFpro in that price bracket.
They all use the same reagents and we can work with any of them, just looking out for you.
They all use the same reagents and we can work with any of them, just looking out for you.
- Jan 7, 2012
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Not strictly necessary, but it's a massive upgrade that's well worth the money. Do your tests once swirling and once with a SpeedStir and you'll immediately understand.
The best value is the TF-Pro because of the large size of the testing agents, the bundled stirring device, and the excellent case. That's why it was recommended.
Hi all,
Following back up. I just received my test kit and am performing my first test!!
So far I have my FC at 3.6. Combined chlorine is 0.4. PH is 7.8. My CYA is 48 (this is my first time ever testing so it may not be 100% accurate but I made sure I could no longer see the black dot). I believe my TA is 90. It does not appear I am able to get total chlorine from this k-2006 test kit, is that correct? Any other metrics I should be testing for? Also, how often do I need to test this? Thanks for bearing with me, this is a bit overwhelming.
Following back up. I just received my test kit and am performing my first test!!
So far I have my FC at 3.6. Combined chlorine is 0.4. PH is 7.8. My CYA is 48 (this is my first time ever testing so it may not be 100% accurate but I made sure I could no longer see the black dot). I believe my TA is 90. It does not appear I am able to get total chlorine from this k-2006 test kit, is that correct? Any other metrics I should be testing for? Also, how often do I need to test this? Thanks for bearing with me, this is a bit overwhelming.
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- Jun 24, 2021
- 15,880
- Pool Size
- 29000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-60 Plus
Great job!!!
You don't need total chlorine. (it is FC + CC = 4.0...but it doesn't tell you anything...lol)
In the future, use a 10ml Sample with the FAS-DPD 0870/0871 FC test. Each drop is .5FC. Using 10mL will save reagent, and .2 increment is not necessary.
Call your CYA 50. Always round up.
I'd raise your FC and keep it at the top of the recommended range for your 50 CYA. Link-->FC/CYA Levels
All your numbers seem just fine. TA is a tad high, but all you need to do is when your pH gets above 8, lower it to 7.6. When your TA is between 60-80, then only lower pH to 7.8 when it gets above 8.0. This will reduce the amount and frequency of acid additions. With TA 60-80, pH should be pretty stable around 7.8 to 8.
You don't need total chlorine. (it is FC + CC = 4.0...but it doesn't tell you anything...lol)
In the future, use a 10ml Sample with the FAS-DPD 0870/0871 FC test. Each drop is .5FC. Using 10mL will save reagent, and .2 increment is not necessary.
Call your CYA 50. Always round up.
I'd raise your FC and keep it at the top of the recommended range for your 50 CYA. Link-->FC/CYA Levels
All your numbers seem just fine. TA is a tad high, but all you need to do is when your pH gets above 8, lower it to 7.6. When your TA is between 60-80, then only lower pH to 7.8 when it gets above 8.0. This will reduce the amount and frequency of acid additions. With TA 60-80, pH should be pretty stable around 7.8 to 8.
Thanks. I will do the 10ml sample next time. Is there somewhere on here when I can plug my numbers in and determine how much liquid chlorine and acid I need?
Also, I still have a little bit of leftover pucks in the chlorinator. Is there an issue mixing the two?
- Jun 24, 2021
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PoolMath. Get the subscription for $8 per year. Allow you to save all your test and chemical additions. Link-->PoolMath
NEVER MIX ANY POOL CHEMICALS. If you mean add liquid chlorine to the chlorinator NO. NEVER MIX POOL CHEMICALS.
If you mean "is it ok to leave a bit of the pucks in the chlorinator, and add liquid TO THE POOL," yes that is fine.
- Jan 7, 2012
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Keep adding drops until there is no additional color change. Did you get a SpeedStir?
It gets easier every time you do it. You're just starting out. You've already got a great test kit, and will soon have PoolMath as an additional tool. (Remember, PoolMath is just a calculator.)
PoolMath. I like to use "Effects of Adding". I also like the "Old PoolMath Webpage" (link at the bottom of this page).
Can I
how do I get the amount of lc I need to add from the app? No, I meant pouring it into the pool following the tfp method. Not in the chlorinator. The chlorinator DOES still have some leftover tablets in it though.
- Jun 24, 2021
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It is safer just to leave it, it will add a little FC and a little CYA.
Honestly this is very confusing right out of the gate. I’ve bought the $80 kit, chlorinating liquid from Walmart, and now need to buy the app it seems. How often am I testing cya? I just compared my results to Leslie’s and they’re off (fc 2.23, ph 8.1, ta 105). Who should I trust? I have 50lbs worth of pucks, do I keep using those until cya gets too high? Then how do I know how much and how frequently to add lc? Can I use muriatic or liquid acid on fiberglass? I think someone here said yes but Leslie’s told me no. It’s all very confusing for a new pool owner.
- Jun 24, 2021
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- 29000
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- Vinyl
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- CircuPool RJ-60 Plus
You don’t have to buy the app, it will work just fine, just can’t save test results and chem additions. It is 8$ per YEAR.
Every couple weeks.
Your kit.
Sure. Switch to liquid when you get to about 60. CYA will degrade 5-10 per month.
Test and add daily. Use pool math for how much.
To lower pH? Yes. Pour it very slowly in front of a return, then brush a bit to mix.
It gets way easier!
I will be testing cya every couple weeks? So I’ll need to buy many more bottles of r-0013??You don’t have to buy the app, it will work just fine, just can’t save test results and chem additions. It is 8$ per YEAR.
Every couple weeks.
Your kit.
Sure. Switch to liquid when you get to about 60. CYA will degrade 5-10 per month.
Test and add daily. Use pool math for how much.
To lower pH? Yes. Pour it very slowly in front of a return, then brush a bit to mix.
It gets way easier!
- Jun 24, 2021
- 15,880
- Pool Size
- 29000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-60 Plus