I know the TF-100 is the recommended around here but having spent a considerable amount of money I am looking for a more economical kit. I have been eyeing this poolmaster 22260 5 way test kit and wonder what yall think for a good starter kit.
Setting up a pool for the first time starting tomorrow afternoon. It is the Intex 18'x48" ultra frame. I currently have no testing supplies. Will be going to the store tomorrow. Would like to start the slam process saturday after the pool is set up, obviously.What sort of testing supplies do you have on hand? Also, what type of pool are you talking about? Having those details in your signature helps us answer questions like this more easily. Please take a moment to fill those in as soon as you can.
I know the TF-100 is the recommended around here but having spent a considerable amount of money I am looking for a more economical kit. I have been eyeing this poolmaster 22260 5 way test kit and wonder what yall think for a good starter kit.
Thanks for the replies. I am going to order the TF-100 no doubt. I am just looking for a kit to get up and running for now. What kit are you referring to jcp?If money is not an issue, no doubt TF100 is the way to go.
Walmart has a 6 way test kit for around 20 bucks. I'd say a little better than the one you linked since you can do 2 cya tests with it. It's certainly no TF-100 but it can get you by on a seasonal pool if you stay out of trouble. When the funds catch up, if you get in trouble, or when you get the desire for a bit more meticulous care..... TF100 all the way.
Roger that.You do not really need a kit to get up and running for a few days.
You know the CYA is 0, so PoolMath will tell you how much to add to get to 30ppm. (can not test for a week after it dissolves).
And you will need to add 2ppm of FC daily.
Do those 2 things and verify when the kit arrives.
So I dont want to add all of the bleach to raise the chlorine content that the calculator recommends right away? It recommends quite a bit.