Recent content by ash13brook

Using the Levels calculator, my TA and CYA are both high. Do I just worry about the FC(matched to the CYA, even though high) and the ph? I know the CYA will work it's way down with rain, evaporation replacement, etc... now that I'm dropping the chlorine pucks and bags of shock. I can easily...

The Taylor book has a max FC of 4. I thought I read somewhere here to shoot for 5.

Ok. Thanks.

Ok. Thanks.

I will start another post with the readings.

Here are my results: FC 3 CC .4 ph 7.4 TA 120 CH 370 CYA 80 Suggestions in order of importance? Also, should I subscribe to the Pool Math app to keep track or just keep track on paper?

Also, should I test my tap water to have some idea what I have as a base?

Done.

It's the Leslie's(Taylor)kit. I don't see a number. Here's a pic.

I've had my 24' round above ground since '06. I've used the pool store sytem(every chemical available!) and always have had crystal clear water. I do run my chlorine high. I'm transitioning to TFP maintenance. I just opened and used all my chemicals as usual. Water is crystal clear, so I'm ready...

I found this site while trying to find what to do about putting way too much algaecide in at opening(not as a necessity, but "recommended" by the pool place). I'm so happy to find out I can get out from under the weight of a "chemical area" in my garage and do away with my...