Recent content by hawkfan57

Yes, I got the K-2006 and it's been working great! - - - Updated - - - I checked all of the obvious things, like the valve position and everything was fine. I've ordered a new valve to try out. I followed the instructions on the CYA bottle, but wish they would have mentioned the sock idea...

Good to know! Like I said, I'm learning :)

I'm a pool newb so maybe this is normal, but I've recently completed a Baquacil to chlorine conversion and I've been adding CYA to the skimmer to bring the level up. I did a sand replacement last night and added some CYA afterward. I noticed there was a decent amount of CYA granules exiting...

Just ordered one! Thanks for the advice.

Thanks for the info! I started with this kit, http://www.amazon.com/Poolmaster-22260-5-Way-Test-Case/dp/B00107039U/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1431447665&sr=8-4&keywords=chlorine+test+kit I did get the pH in the 7.2-7.4 range on Sunday and it seems to be staying there. I guess I'll go and buy a...

Preface: My wife and I purchased our home last August and the previous owners had used Baquacil for 10+ years. It's a 12,500 gal above ground pool. Problems: I started the conversion on Saturday by dumping in 5 gallons of 8.25% bleach, then another 5 gallons Sunday. The water turned a...