Its the same instructions worded a little differently. Multiplying by .5 is the same as dividing by 2. Just use one scoop of powder and don't level it off. This is a heaping scoop.
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Taylor suggests two scoops when using the 25 ml sample and multiplying by .2. That is usually not required. The ONE generous (or heaping) scoop is for the .5 (or half) count method. The one I noted above works just fine.
Ok got the scoop info, thank you. As for the math it doesn't matter whether I use the 10ml or 25ml sample math because it's in order to obtain the same result?
The 25 ml sample test gives accuracy to 0.2 ppm but it uses a LOT more reagent. The 10mm sample gives accuracy to 0.5 ppm and uses much less reagent. There is hardly ever any reason to do the 25ml test unless you were trying to "fine tune" a Chlorine Generator or something.
Actually I think it's because my husband dumped 2 gallons in there last night (without the pump on). I have to educate him about putting chemicals in without the pump on. I went to soak in the hot tub and relax and he was trying to be helpful.
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I actually drained more like 85-90%. Pool was draining when I had to go to the hospital on Thursday, I had my neighbor pull the hoses out of the pool because no one was there to keep an eye on it. It retrospect, I should have drained more out when I got home on Sunday. I just rechecked the DPD test, it's still at 80. I'm glad I bought the XL kit anticipating a lot of testing. So while it's draining again I need to figure out how I'm going to vacuum it. Idk why I can get enough suction on a garden hose to drain, but can't get suction started with my pump in order to vacuum it. Any suggestions are highly appreciated.Who knows
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Be sure not to drain all the way. You need to keep a couple feet in the bottom or your liner will shrink and rip when you try to re-fill.
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Pool pumps are better at pushing water. (water between pump and outlet) Not so great at lifting water (from water level to pump).
They don't want to move air so much.
You might try lifting your vacuum hose higher than your pump and filling it with water. Then cap the end with your hand, submerge it under water and turn on the pump.
The idea is to get all of the air out of the inlet system before you turn on the pump.
They don't want to move air so much.
You might try lifting your vacuum hose higher than your pump and filling it with water. Then cap the end with your hand, submerge it under water and turn on the pump.
The idea is to get all of the air out of the inlet system before you turn on the pump.
I'm only going to drain 50% as I drained probably 85% last week. I don't need any liner problems, it's only a year old. We will definitely try that with the pump. Current CYA is down to 80 but Idk if that is considered accurate while I am draining. Thank you!
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If you are at 80 CYA currently, drain 50% of the water, then refill with tap water (has 0 CYA) then you will end up with a CYA of around 40 which is perfect.
After you refill I would begin the SLAM. I see you have your test kit, have you read up on the SLAM and did you locate a good supply of liquid chlorine?
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After you refill I would begin the SLAM. I see you have your test kit, have you read up on the SLAM and did you locate a good supply of liquid chlorine?
SLAM - Shock Level and Maintain
We’ve all had to deal with a green pool. Clear algae from your pool with a SLAM! Read here to use shock level and maintain to clear your pool.
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I am reading it again. We found 4 packs of 1 gallon sodium hypochlorite 10% for a pretty decent price. Should I be using a lower strength with the vinyl liner? Thanks!If you are at 80 CYA currently, drain 50% of the water, then refill with tap water (has 0 CYA) then you will end up with a CYA of around 40 which is perfect.
After you refill I would begin the SLAM. I see you have your test kit, have you read up on the SLAM and did you locate a good supply of liquid chlorine?
SLAM - Shock Level and Maintain
We’ve all had to deal with a green pool. Clear algae from your pool with a SLAM! Read here to use shock level and maintain to clear your pool.
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No, just pour it in slowly in front of a return. The guidance here is a pencil thick stream.
Ok. And is there a specific area of the pool I should take the CYA sample from since the water is not circulating?
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Wait, the water is not circulating. Make sure the pump is running when you pour your LC into the pool.
Then take a sample from anywhere, 18” below the water.
Then take a sample from anywhere, 18” below the water.
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You drained 85% last week then refilled and drained 50% today?
If so, don't test or add anything but water until you are full enough to get the pump running. Even if your CYA was 300 at the beginning, you should be down to about 20 by now.
Yes that is correct. My CYA level was still high so I started draining again this morning. Refilling now and my last CYA prior to refilling this afternoon was 80. The water level after 1st drain sat for 4 days as I was in the hospital during that time. Thank you!
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