High TA reading

[mtucker]

Here are my current test results
FC 7
PH 7.6
TA 230
CH 230
CYA 40
My understanding is that TA should be around 70 to 90.Pool calculator does not suggest anything to reduce my high CH. Will the high CH cause any issues to my equipment.

 

[dafuzz]

Here are the instructions on lowering TA. http://www.troublefreepool.com/pool-school/lowering total alkalinity

There's a "Pool School" link at the top right of every page on TFP where most of the important info is cataloged.

Good luck!

 

[dafuzz]

A whole sentence disappeared. The only way to lower CH is to drain and refill, provided that the water you put in is lower in CH. There are those who manage just fine with high CH by keeping their water balanced.

 

[duraleigh]

Slow down a bit, guys. The CH test result is 230....there is no reason to adjust it.

 

[mtucker]

I just read my initial post. I meant to say should I lower my TA

 

[duraleigh]

High TA can, but not always, cause your pH to rise.

If your pH stays pretty stable, leave TA alone. If your pH is constantly rising, reduce TA according to the article in Pool School.

 

[mtucker]

Thanks Duraleigh. Now if it would just warm up here in Ohio. Woke up to 34 degrees.