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pjt replied to the thread Help with pH reading please.A consistent background is key. I prefer a backlit background. To get a consistent backlight, hold the block in front of your computer... -
pjt replied to the thread Any harm at running SWG at 100%?.Are you trying to take advantage of TOU rates? You might be able to operate 24/7 for negligible cost. However, California may have...
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pjt replied to the thread Recommendation needed: Reliable and quiet heat pump.Do you have automation? Fill out your signature when you have a minute. Rheem/Raypak and AquaCal make good heat pumps, although you'd...
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pjt replied to the thread TF Pro Salt test kit.With some experience, you should be able to determine pH within 0.1 or 0.2, which is plenty of precision for our purposes.
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Thanks for the tip, read it late and had already started the chem add steps yesterday. Raised CH to 300 as first step, will keep it at...
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pjt replied to the thread TF Pro Salt test kit.Try those techniques and I think you'll have better results. Consistent and uniform backlighting from my computer monitor makes the...
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Thanks for the suggestion. I'll give it a try for sure. Just seems like there should be a more definitive way to get a pH read. Color is...
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pjt replied to the thread How many bottles.That's the strongest MA that's commonly available. $10/bottle is the normal price (used to be much cheaper a couple years ago)...
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pjt replied to the thread TF Pro Salt test kit.A consistent background is key. I prefer a backlit background. To get a consistent backlight, hold the block in front of your computer...
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pjt replied to the thread Starting SWG, salt and chemicals adjustment.Given your fill water has CH 125, I'd add just a little calcium now to take your CH to 250. Over the course of the summer, fill water...
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pjt replied to the thread First time with low TA, looking for reassurances.You're looking good! TA of 50 is perfectly fine. Once you pass the OCLT and then bump up your CYA, you'll be set for summer.
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New results: FC: 10 pH: 7.5 TA: 50 CYA: 40 Salt: 4200 I ran the TA test as 'by the book' as I can and I'm confident in the reading... -
Just tested and added to poolmath logs - TA 150, CH 125
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pjt replied to the thread Starting SWG, salt and chemicals adjustment.What's the TA and CH of your fill water? Those are perfect. Remember to leave the SWCG off for at least 24 hours when you add the salt...
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pjt replied to the thread Heater bypass - thoughts?.I think every heater or heat pump should have one. All it takes is a 3-way diverter and a check valve. It's very easy to add during...