My Chlorine is between 25-30 so I know I only need to keep my chlorine at a 4, but a couple of weeks ago I had algae, which I DONT want again (and I really didn't think my chorine level was down). We are having a few events the next couple of weeks, so I want my pool in pristine condition. Is there any harm in always keeping my pool chlorine level at 6? I don't mind "wasting bleach" so besides that is there any harm in aiming high?
Is there any harm in keeping your chlorine higher then need for your CYA level?
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Hello. Definitely will need your other test numbers. Specifically your CYA. But I am curious as to the answer to your question too about keeping FC higher then "needed".
- Jun 22, 2014
- 47,802
- Pool Size
- 17888
- Surface
- Fiberglass
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-45 Plus
I think in your opening statement you meant to say your "CYA" is between 25-30 right? 
But basically, if you're wondering about maintaining FC at 2-3 ppm higher than your target, based on your current CYA, that's fine. Actually that can be a good proactive measure that won't hurt a thing, especially in areas with lots of sun or pool activity.
But basically, if you're wondering about maintaining FC at 2-3 ppm higher than your target, based on your current CYA, that's fine. Actually that can be a good proactive measure that won't hurt a thing, especially in areas with lots of sun or pool activity.
n240sxguy
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That's no problem as long as it's below slam level. I usually keep mine a couple ppm above what it needs to be just for safety's sake in case I don't get out to check it.
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Yes, I apologize I meant my CYA is between 25-30. Thank you. Good, I am going to keep it a little higher, I feel "safer" that way!
It won't hurt the pool any, but it may get rough on swimsuits.
Fear of overstabilization is good, but I'd raise the CYA closer to 40. It's easier to read it and it will provide extra buffering and more sun protection. A couple 8 oz trichlor pucks in a floater will do the trick, if you have any laying around.
Fear of overstabilization is good, but I'd raise the CYA closer to 40. It's easier to read it and it will provide extra buffering and more sun protection. A couple 8 oz trichlor pucks in a floater will do the trick, if you have any laying around.
Great thanks, I am going on vacation in 2 weeks so I plan on using the pucks when I am away, so didn't want to raise CYA, and then have the pucks raise it more when I am away
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