Messed up SLAM - Need Help

[kappadoce]

Hi Pool Experts! I have recently opened up my pool and usually do the SLAM process. However, I think I screwed up and added too much chlorine during the slam. My recent test results are below:

FC - 13
TC - 15
CC - 2
ph - 7.2
TA - 77
Calcium Hardness - 200
CYA - 40
Phosphate - 1100

I know I need to raise the TA a touch and have a CC and phosphate problem, i dont know what to tackle first. I sincerely appreciate any help that can be provided.

 

[Texas Splash]

Nope, you didn't screw up. With a CYA of 40, you need to increase reh FC to "16" as noted on the SLAM Process for your SLAM. Everything else is fine right now. Ignore the phosphate issue. Happy SLAMming!

 

[kappadoce]

Nope, you didn't screw up. With a CYA of 40, you need to increase reh FC to "16" as noted on the SLAM Process for your SLAM. Everything else is fine right now. Ignore the phosphate issue. Happy SLAMming!

Thanks Texas Splash!! I will bring it back up to shock level. Curious - what do i do about the phosphates?

 

[Texas Splash]

what do i do about the phosphates?

Simply ignore them. Pool stores will try to convince you to purchase a $60 bottle of stuff to remove them. Only in very rare scenarios do they warrant attention. But in general, for TFP pool care, phosphates are of no concern. Chlorine administered in the proper ratio to CYA will kill algae during a SLAM and keep it away afterwards when balanced properly.

Always go back to the FC/CYA Levels.

 

[kappadoce]

Thanks! I will stay the course, i find using bleach so much easier and predictable then using shock and tablets.