Idk what to do next...

[JJ_Tex]

Refilled now and CYA is 50. I hope this is workable.

Good job. Now your SLAM FC level is 20.

In a few days when you are done with your SLAM, stick with the liquid chlorine daily to keep your FC in the 6-8 range.

 

[Geminisq]

Good morning. Here is my full set of levels for this morning:
FC-38
CC-0
pH-8.2
TA-200
CH-400
CYA-50

 

[Texas Splash]

Woo! Look at the FC. Just let it fall to 20 and press-on with the SLAM Process. Worry about everything else later.

 

[Geminisq]

Ok! So I don't even need to calculate/add any LC right now, correct? Should I continue to use the DPD test to check FC during SLAM?

 

[Texas Splash]

Ok! So I don't even need to calculate/add any LC right now, correct?

Not at the moment. Once the FC falls to 20, you'll be at the proper SLAM level. From there, simply test as much as needed to maintain that FC of 20. At the same time, be sure to inspect and clean every area of the pool. The SLAM page has a lot of good tips.

 

[Geminisq]

GREAT! Thanks for taking time to help me!

 

[Geminisq]

Not at the moment. Once the FC falls to 20, you'll be at the proper SLAM level. From there, simply test as much as needed to maintain that FC of 20. At the same time, be sure to inspect and clean every area of the pool. The SLAM page has a lot of good tips.

 

[Texas Splash]

Looks very good. Based on the elevated FC level you were at for a while and the condition of that water now, I don't expect you'll be in a SLAM too much longer. But don't let up. Stick with it. Once you believe the water is 100% crystal clear, you can test for CCs (0.5 or less) then consider doing an Overnight Chlorine Loss Test. You can read-up on that process now so you're familiar with it before starting.

 

[BassPlayingDude]

Water is lookin good!

 

[Geminisq]

Looks very good. Based on the elevated FC level you were at for a while and the condition of that water now, I don't expect you'll be in a SLAM too much longer. But don't let up. Stick with it. Once you believe the water is 100% crystal clear, you can test for CCs (0.5 or less) then consider doing an Overnight Chlorine Loss Test. You can read-up on that process now so you're familiar with it before starting.

Thank you, I'm very happy with it too!
Here are my numbers for this morning:
FC 25
CC 0
pH 8.2
TA 180
CH not tested
CYA 50
So it looks like some of these numbers changed without addition of any chemicals?

 

[Shirker]

Thank you, I'm very happy with it too!
Here are my numbers for this morning:
FC 25
CC 0
pH 8.2
TA 180
CH not tested
CYA 50
So it looks like some of these numbers changed without addition of any chemicals?

Some of the tests may not be reliable when your FC is >= SLAM levels.

 

[BassPlayingDude]

Some of the tests may not be reliable when your FC is >= SLAM levels.

Yup, especially the pH test. Sometimes I cheat and use the chlorine neutralizer thiosulfate from the TA test if im REALLY itching to test my pH, but I still wouldn't rely on the result.

 

[mknauss]

Sometimes I cheat and use the chlorine neutralizer thiosulfate from the TA test

And that does not work. The thiosulfate changes the pH of the solution.

 

[BassPlayingDude]

And that does not work. The thiosulfate changes the pH of the solution.

Noted... and the dream dies with a whimper, not a shout. I stand corrected.
I see this has been previously demonstrated here:

Accurate pH test during shock levels with R-007?

Can R-007 be used to neutralize high FC before performing the pH test to get an accurate reading or will this further interfere with the chemistry?

www.troublefreepool.com

Question: is an electronic digital pH meter also affected by high chlorine levels?

Edit: this topic has been addressed here as well:

Will a digital pH meter read accurately at high chlorine lvs

Will a digital pH meter read accurately at high chlorine levels?

www.troublefreepool.com

 

[Geminisq]

Some of the tests may not be reliable when your FC is >= SLAM levels.

Yes I read that. Thanks.

 

[Geminisq]

Here are my numbers for today @ 4:20pm:
FC 10
CC 0
pH 8.0
TA 200
CH n/t
CYA 50

 

[RonsPlc]

At this point, you have established that your CYA is 50, so you really don't need to keep testing it. Once a month will do to track seasonal depletion.
This will help you save on the re-agents for that test.
Did we mention that we are all for helping you SAVE money, instead of spending it?

 

[Geminisq]

At this point, you have established that your CYA is 50, so you really don't need to keep testing it. Once a month will do to track seasonal depletion.
This will help you save on the re-agents for that test.
Did we mention that we are all for helping you SAVE money, instead of spending it?

I get your point, I did the full panel a couple times during this to familiarize myself with the procedures. I purchased the XL kit to allow for 'practice' testing and so that I would have enough of everything for the summer.

 

[Geminisq]

Looks very good. Based on the elevated FC level you were at for a while and the condition of that water now, I don't expect you'll be in a SLAM too much longer. But don't let up. Stick with it. Once you believe the water is 100% crystal clear, you can test for CCs (0.5 or less) then consider doing an Overnight Chlorine Loss Test. You can read-up on that process now so you're familiar with it before starting.

Still SLAMming. FC keeps dipping below target, but I just add what PM tells me to. Water still looks great. I was going to do OCLT this morning, but did not get out there in time. Going to watch my grandson' s baseball game. Happy Saturday everyone!