Newbie here. Just fill up my 22,000gal agp. Here are my test results with two chlorin
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1) Get the pump and filter going.
2) Add 2 ppm FC using bleach. Poolmath can crunch the numbers for you. Expect it all to disappear within hours.
3) Add 40 CYA using the sock method
4) By the time you're done messing with the sock, the chlorine will have mixed and you add some acid to get pH to 7.4. 7.2 will work better to lower the TA, but the pool volume isn't always what you calculate. Better to underdose than overdose.
5) Grit your teeth against the chilly water and :splash:
6) Day two: add 3 FC. Recheck pH and TA and adjust if pH is above 7.8.
7) Day 3: The CYA should all be dissolved, so target 6 FC. Target, don't add. You might have some residual, so test first and let poolmath tell you how much
8) Days 4-6, Target 6 FC and keep pH between 7.2 and 7.8. Probably need to brush and vacuum somewhere in there.
9) Day 7, measure CYA. Run all the tests in fact. Post results.
It's really just that simple. You're starting fresh, so you can be in complete control from day one.
Oops. I see you have updated and posted again. You shouldn't be adding metals to the water. Those pucks add zinc. Also CYA. A steady diet of those pucks will drive CYA too high, cause pH to crash, and ultimately stain the liner. It's sad to see you give up on our methods before you even gave them a chance.
2) Add 2 ppm FC using bleach. Poolmath can crunch the numbers for you. Expect it all to disappear within hours.
3) Add 40 CYA using the sock method
4) By the time you're done messing with the sock, the chlorine will have mixed and you add some acid to get pH to 7.4. 7.2 will work better to lower the TA, but the pool volume isn't always what you calculate. Better to underdose than overdose.
5) Grit your teeth against the chilly water and :splash:
6) Day two: add 3 FC. Recheck pH and TA and adjust if pH is above 7.8.
7) Day 3: The CYA should all be dissolved, so target 6 FC. Target, don't add. You might have some residual, so test first and let poolmath tell you how much
8) Days 4-6, Target 6 FC and keep pH between 7.2 and 7.8. Probably need to brush and vacuum somewhere in there.
9) Day 7, measure CYA. Run all the tests in fact. Post results.
It's really just that simple. You're starting fresh, so you can be in complete control from day one.
Oops. I see you have updated and posted again. You shouldn't be adding metals to the water. Those pucks add zinc. Also CYA. A steady diet of those pucks will drive CYA too high, cause pH to crash, and ultimately stain the liner. It's sad to see you give up on our methods before you even gave them a chance.
Sorry, I really didn't know the methods. I printed out pool school but it was a little confusing where to start with a fresh new pool
Pump and filter have been running for about 3 days and the pucks have been in there for three days
Hi Ranchdip, I gotta ask, what are you testing with. a good test kit, I hope. I would remove the pucks and follow Richard directions. don't know how much CYA is in your pool from pucks, But I bet Richard will know. (he's very knowledgable 
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Here are some useful references links.
Please ask if there is something you dont understand. We'll be glad to help you.
Pool School - Recommended Levels
Pool School - Chlorine / CYA Chart
And Pool Math along with your test kit are your best friends
http://www.troublefreepool.com/calc.html
Please ask if there is something you dont understand. We'll be glad to help you.
Pool School - Recommended Levels
Pool School - Chlorine / CYA Chart
And Pool Math along with your test kit are your best friends
http://www.troublefreepool.com/calc.html
Inside in the air conditioning would have been better.
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Newbie here. Just fill up my 22,000gal agp. Here are my test results with two...
Today's results. Hopefully my kit hasn't been compromised since it wasn't air conditioned.
FC= 1.5ppm
TA=170
CH=150
Ph= 7.5
Today's results. Hopefully my kit hasn't been compromised since it wasn't air conditioned.
FC= 1.5ppm
TA=170
CH=150
Ph= 7.5
Quick question: I have the stabilizer going in the sock. Considering my current numbers. Can I let my boys swim?
It is safe to swim when
PH is 7.2 to 7.8
Chlorine is above minimum and below shock level
for your CYA, Chlorine CYA Chart
Water is clear
PH is 7.2 to 7.8
Chlorine is above minimum and below shock level
for your CYA, Chlorine CYA Chart
Water is clear
Thanks! So, even though I have stabilizer leaching through the sock at this time it's ok to swim in? Thanks so much guys! I really feel I'm getting a grip on this.
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