Our pool just got built and filled out with water this past Saturday. Our pb did the startup but I wasn't around and don't meet with him until tomorrow for him to show us what he did and how he recommends to maintain it. I plan to see what he has to say but then quickly move on to the method recommended here. I already ordered and got the TF-100 test kit. Here are my results:
FC - 0
CC or TC - 0
pH - 8.2
TA - 40
CH - 250
CYA - 0
I've done some reading on pool school on suggested levels and pool chemistry but still a little unsure of where to start. What do I work on first? CYA and then move on to FC? I'm not sure I did the pH test right. I used the kit and it only shows up to 8.2 but the color was definitely matching that if not a bit darker. Is it possible the pH is even higher than 8.2?
FC - 0
CC or TC - 0
pH - 8.2
TA - 40
CH - 250
CYA - 0
I've done some reading on pool school on suggested levels and pool chemistry but still a little unsure of where to start. What do I work on first? CYA and then move on to FC? I'm not sure I did the pH test right. I used the kit and it only shows up to 8.2 but the color was definitely matching that if not a bit darker. Is it possible the pH is even higher than 8.2?