Newbie to Pool Chemicals - Help me Interpret my Results

[malimited]

I've been reading a lot, following the forums, and completed my 2nd test using the TF-Pro Kit. My pool is only 2 weeks old and last week is when I added the stabilizer. I added 4 pounds ( 1 whole bag) using the sock method last week, but my CYA is still slightly low. Questions:

1. How should I interpret my results? Is there anything I should do?
2. Should I add more stabilizer or leave it alone until I close the pool?
3. I purchased the Pool Math app, how do I upload the results from my app to my profile here?

 

[wireform]

You need to get to 50 CYA for thos te of the year so 9 lbs should put you there assuming you have the 22k pool. In your poolmath you need to check off the CSI tab as that will tell you what needs to be adjusted. PH is somewhat high, hopefully you followed the guidelines for the fresh TA reagent where you need to right up the bottle and wipe the tip with a moist paper towel as static is an issue for the first few tests. So one drop wipe tip invert complete straight, let drop fall off on its own and rinse and repeat till the test is done. Not doing it like this leads to a higher droplet count.

 

[malimited]

You need to get to 50 CYA for thos te of the year so 9 lbs should put you there assuming you have the 22k pool. In your poolmath you need to check off the CSI tab as that will tell you what needs to be adjusted. PH is somewhat high, hopefully you followed the guidelines for the fresh TA reagent where you need to right up the bottle and wipe the tip with a moist paper towel as static is an issue for the first few tests. So one drop wipe tip invert complete straight, let drop fall off on its own and rinse and repeat till the test is done. Not doing it like this leads to a higher droplet count.

Let me see if I understand


1. I should add the 2nd bag of stabilizer, which is an additional 4 lbs bringing total to 8 lbs. Are you staying add another 1 lb to get to 9?
2. don't know what the CSI tab is.
3. I held the bottle upright and made sure only 1 drop at a time, I will try the moist towel rinse after each drop.

 

[wireform]

If your gallon capacity is correct and you do have a 22k pool then you need 9 lbs of stabilizer to reach 50 CYA. I'd also keep the FC around 8 to keep you safe should the FC suddenly drop you won't fall below minimum target.

 

[malimited]

If your gallon capacity is correct and you do have a 22k pool then you need 9 lbs of stabilizer to reach 50 CYA. I'd also keep the FC around 8 to keep you safe should the FC suddenly drop you won't fall below minimum target.

Ok, thank you. How do I maintain FC to keep to 8?