Opening pool and salt level

[beth83]

I just had a company open my pool two days ago. I'm trying to get the chemicals balanced. Only my second time opening. What levels are the most important to get balanced first? I don't want to add too much at once and make things worse. The water right now looks clear.

Also I tested my salt level with the Taylor kit at it says 2800, but my sensor on my display says 2000. My salt cell wants 2700-3400 should I add more salt? It's only been half a day since adding the salt so I know I need to wait longer to let it circulate.

Last year I didn't use any liquid chlorine and was able to use my salt generator pretty much right away. So this is different.

Thank you!

 

[ajw22]

What levels are the most important to get balanced first?

ph and chlorine

I don't want to add too much at once and make things worse.

Depends what levels you are starting with at the opening.

The water right now looks clear.

And adding chlorine ASAP will keep it clear.

Also I tested my salt level with the Taylor kit at it says 2800, but my sensor on my display says 2000. My salt cell wants 2700-3400 should I add more salt? It's only been half a day since adding the salt so I know I need to wait longer to let it circulate.

I would add salt in batches to get your Taylor test up to 3600 and see if your Aquarite gets over 2800 and begins generating.

Right now you are borderline on your cell being worn out.