New Pool First Numbers...

[becky5687]

Ok, so I am just starting with our new pool tonight. Here are my initial test numbers:
FC 0
pH 7.3-7.4 (somewhere between the colors)
TA 120
CH 120
CYA 0

Tonight per the Pool Calculator, I added 4 c bleach and put 3 cups CYA in a sock by my skimmer. Will post the results tomorrow. Should I be worried about my pH? Also, it looks like I need to add some borax to adjust the TA?

Thanks in advance for your suggestions!

 

[JohnT]

No need to do anything but keep the chlorine up. pH is perfect. TA is a little high, but very livable. Borax raises pH, not TA, but you don't need to raise either.

 

[becky5687]

Thanks John!

I guess I need to go back to Pool School for a little while and review!

 

[becky5687]

This morning

I checked the C levels early this morning:

FC 2ppm
CC 0ppm
TC 2ppm

Since my CYA is still 0 and it is supposed to be a HOT day today, I added 2c 6% chlorox per the pool calculator to bring the FC up to 4. I just don't want it all to burn off today in the heat / sun... Would it be wise to check my pool again at lunch time? I am going to do a full test tonight again.