Current level help

[Bbp]

I used my tf100 kit and came up with these results. I don't really understand the pool math calculator. PH looks really high, above the levels on the attached picture.

I haven't started the SWG yet this year. Just finally got most of the dirt out yesterday and a new set of filters in today.

What's my next step? Thanks for any help.

CYA 35/40
TA 120
CH 200 ppm
FC 8 ppm
CC 2 ppm
TC 10 ppm

 

[jblizzle]

Your CC are high, so likely you need to follow the SLAM Process process. Lower the pH with muriatic acid, then start the SLAM.

 

[Bbp]

Thank you for your help.

Would you think it's safe to swim now or wait? Mainly just curious, it's rainy and ugly out. Won't have time for anything until Tuesday.

 

[jblizzle]

It is the CCs that are irritating to eyes and skin.

It is safe, but perhaps not comfortable.

 

[Bbp]

Thanks

Do you have a recommendation on how much muriatic acid to use?

 

[mknauss]

PoolMath

Be sure to enter all your current test results in Now column.

Use 8.2 for pH. Target 7.6. Add acid, circulate for 30 minutes, test again, repeat until pH is 7.6.

 

[Bbp]

PoolMath

Be sure to enter all your current test results in Now column.

Use 8.2 for pH. Target 7.6. Add acid, circulate for 30 minutes, test again, repeat until pH is 7.6.

Okay, it shows to add 57oz of MA. and 311oz of calcium chloride to get CH right.

 

[mknauss]

Sounds good.

Add the CC in batches. Can tend to cloud the water if you put in a lot at once.

 

[Bbp]

Thank you for the tip

 

[Bbp]

Added the MA and CC last night. pH still looks high and Cl looks like 0 now. Any ideas? Thanks

 

[jblizzle]

Yeah I have an idea ... add more acid to lower the ph and add more chlorine

 

[Bbp]

I had that coming.

Here's another stupid question. Is it okay to turn on the SWG now?

 

[mknauss]

Is it okay to turn on the SWG now?

Sure. Add LC to reach target level then start your SWCG. Use the SWG Run Time Calculator to determine a starting point for your SWCG setting.

Take care.

 

[Bbp]

Sure. Add LC to reach target level then start your SWCG. Use the SWG Run Time Calculator to determine a starting point for your SWCG setting.

Take care.

Thanks!