Opened pool and need help with what chemicals to add

Sep 12, 2018
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Helena, AL
I opened the pool a few weeks ago had to add 4-5 inches of water once I took the cover off. I put the solar cover on to raise water temp, which is no at 76-78.
I also added on 40 lbs bag of salt and 2 lbs of CYA based on my initials few tests a week ago.

Here are my current test results Using tf 100 kit and salt test:
FC 8.5
CC .5
PH 6.8
CH 75
TA 30
Salt 3000
Cya 45

Let me know what you think I should adjust and in what order.
 
I agree. Use some baking soda (TA) and Borax (pH), or some soda ash should raise both. Get the pH to at least 7.2 and the TA to at least the 50-60 range for now. Then monitor those levels the next few days to see how the water acclimates. Then you can do some fine-tuning if needed. I suspect your water temp is helping the SWG maintain a healthy FC level. Once the sun breaks through for good and really increases water temps, you'll want the CYA closer to 70. Just something else to watch for later. Have a nice weekend. :swim:
 
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