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Will do. I assume I should bring CYA up to at least 30 first? "SLAMing an outdoor pool is most effective when CYA is around 30 to 40. Below 30 you lose too much chlorine to sunlight." BTW, the TF-100 test kit was very easy to use. The instructions are really clear. Happy to not have to go to...

Results are in Chlorine zero CYA below testable (<30) pH between 6.8 and 7.2 (looks like 7.1ish) TA 40

Thanks! Ordered the TF-100 Pro Salt kit.

Alright, things got a bit screwed up with my opening this year. Last year we had these guys vac to waste but they were unhappy with how much the pool was filled (not much over skimmer level). I have ADHD so I forgot the hose was on and filled it almost to the brim this year. It all got pumped...

Hi! This is my third year owning a pool (vinyl, 20k gallon, swg). Live in Central PA so we close the pool for winter with a loop loc cover. Last year the cartridge filter gave up so I replaced it with a DE filter. Every year so far I re-learn new lessons and make different mistakes. I...