Copper Sulfate Crystals

[PoolStored]

This is the best value, and includes the smart stir. TF-Pro

You don't need any of the add-ons.

 

[LaMraVrga]

This is the best value, and includes the smart stir. TF-Pro

You don't need any of the add-ons.

Ok I will buy that one then. What about bromine? I listened to the clowns at the pool store and added Stop Yellow to my pool and am curious if I can test bromine levels.

 

[proavia]

If your CYA is truly 140 (you won't really know until you test yourself with the TF-Pro you are ordering), you need to lower the CYA by drain/refill or a no drain water exchange.

The only chemicals you need are liquid chlorine and muriatic acid.
Return everything else.

While waiting for your TF-Pro to arrive, add 3-5 ppm of liquid chlorine daily.
Use PoolMath Effects of Adding to determine the dose to increase FC.

 

[LaMraVrga]

If your CYA is truly 140 (you won't really know until you test yourself with the TF-Pro you are ordering), you need to lower the CYA by drain/refill or a no drain water exchange.

The only chemicals you need are liquid chlorine and muriatic acid.
Return everything else.

While waiting for your TF-Pro to arrive, add 3-5 ppm of liquid chlorine daily.
Use PoolMath Effects of Adding to determine the dose to increase FC.

I just downloaded Pool Math app and WOW IT'S SO COOL!!!! This will help me tremendously by knowing what to add!
Yes can't wait to get that test kit. I already have 1 Gallon of Muriadic Acid... my pH was 7.7 yesterday afternoon. Will get at least pool tests at the pool store until I get my kit. Oh and my phosphates were 184 yesterday at noon so I added some Super Phosphate Remover last night.
What's a No Drain Water Exchange?

 

[PoolStored]

Super Phosphate Remover last night.

I would suspend the addition of pool store potions. Phosphates are not an issue. Here is what to add and what not to add.

Recommended Pool Chemicals

Which should I buy? TFP's recommended pool chemicals are cheap, easy, and won't unbalance your pool water.

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Non-Recommended Pool Chemicals

These pool chemicals should not be added to your pool. Save your money and frustration and avoid these chemicals!

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What's a No Drain Water Exchange?

Draining - Further Reading

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[proavia]

I just downloaded Pool Math app and WOW IT'S SO COOL!!!! This will help me tremendously by knowing what to add!
Yes can't wait to get that test kit. I already have 1 Gallon of Muriadic Acid... my pH was 7.7 yesterday afternoon. Will get at least pool tests at the pool store until I get my kit. Oh and my phosphates were 184 yesterday at noon so I added some Super Phosphate Remover last night.
What's a No Drain Water Exchange?

Do NOT add anything except liquid chlorine and muriatic acid.
Only add acid if pH get to 8.0 - and then only to lower pH to about 7.6

What's a No Drain Water Exchange?

Search is your friend.

 

[olf20]

There are no short cuts. Taylor K2006C!
Been there done that.
olf20 / Bob

 

[Newdude]

Which one? Which one would you pick? Not for pool contractors just for a homeowner

You did good. I broke down the deets below. Please read this post and the next post:

Hello!

Hey all. I just posted over in the algae forum, but I thought perhaps I should introduce myself as well. I'm 30, first-time homeowner, first-time pool owner. I admittedly don't know much, but I'm DIY-minded and want to learn. I came here seeking advice after becoming quite overwhelmed this...

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