Recent new pool owner and getting to grips with pool chemistry to self manage using the excellent resources on here. Previous owner was using all in one pucks with trichloro, algaecide and flocculant. This resulted in very high CYA levels and chlorine off the scale. To lower CYA I’ve completed a partial (60%) drain and replacement of water. I’m stopping the use of pucks and switching to granulated non-stabilised chlorine (Bayrol Chloryte).
Todays test results:
pH 8.2
FC 3-6
TC 3-6
CYA 80
TA 160
CH 350
The pH is a little high and assume will be increased with the Chloryte. TFP CYA/FC ratio suggests higher FC levels required. However the Chloryte instructions suggest a pH 7.0 to 7.4 so thinking of getting some pH reducer which will bring down the TA. Hopefully CYA will drift lower through vac/backwash and subsequent top-ups.
Comments please - go for Chloryte or wait for the pH reducer first?
Due to low water temperature, the Chloryte use instructions have the product diluted in warm water before adding to the pool in front of returns and have the pump running. However unsure whether I should run through the filter or switch to recirculate.
All advice appreciated - thanks in advance.
Todays test results:
pH 8.2
FC 3-6
TC 3-6
CYA 80
TA 160
CH 350
The pH is a little high and assume will be increased with the Chloryte. TFP CYA/FC ratio suggests higher FC levels required. However the Chloryte instructions suggest a pH 7.0 to 7.4 so thinking of getting some pH reducer which will bring down the TA. Hopefully CYA will drift lower through vac/backwash and subsequent top-ups.
Comments please - go for Chloryte or wait for the pH reducer first?
Due to low water temperature, the Chloryte use instructions have the product diluted in warm water before adding to the pool in front of returns and have the pump running. However unsure whether I should run through the filter or switch to recirculate.
All advice appreciated - thanks in advance.