Its been ordered, I think it gets here tomorrow, where should I keep the level?
Saltron Mini question
- Thread starter A.O.
- Start date
- Jun 1, 2018
- 16,019
- Pool Size
- 26000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Hayward Aqua Rite (T-15)
Around 30ppm - it only takes a small amount so measure carefully as to not overshoot your target. Use the sock method just like in the pool.
- Jun 1, 2018
- 16,019
- Pool Size
- 26000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Hayward Aqua Rite (T-15)
You add the cya granules to a sock
or skimmer sock, tie a knot in it, hang it in front of a return , squeeze the sock to dissolve the granules. This happens pretty quickly in a hot tub because the water is hot.This method is the recommended way to add granular cya to your pool as well.
Tiny amounts for a spa can be a little hard to measure which is why most people use dichlor instead. I have had my tub for 5 years & I am just now on my 3rd 1# container of dichlor.
The hotter temps of a spa make cya degrade more quickly so using dichlor every now & then is an easy way to replenish it. I use a little every couple weeks for this purpose . I keep my tub 104*
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Interesting, seems all I ever see is the trichlor stuff, even with the little tabs. So trichlor is ok for the pool but not the tub?You add the cya granules to a sock
This method is the recommended way to add granular cya to your pool as well.
Tiny amounts for a spa can be a little hard to measure which is why most people use dichlor instead. I have had my tub for 5 years & I am just now on my 3rd 1# container of dichlor.
The hotter temps of a spa make cya degrade more quickly so using dichlor every now & then is an easy way to replenish it. I use a little every couple weeks for this purpose . I keep my tub 104*
- Jun 1, 2018
- 16,019
- Pool Size
- 26000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Hayward Aqua Rite (T-15)
Yes - it is too hot in the tub (& closed up) for the trichlor.
Here’s what I use - they used to have the spa selection brand in 1# containers for $10 but have switched over to hth in bigger containers now
HTH Spa Care Clear Chlorinating Sanitizer for Spa & Hot Tubs, 2.25 lbs. (Pool Chemicals)
HTH Spa Care Clear Chlorinating Sanitizer for Spa & Hot Tubs, 2.25 lbs. (Pool Chemicals) - Walmart.com
There are several brands- just make sure it’s 99% dichlor
Leisure time is another common one
So it says it's in stock at a Walmart not too far from me, I may go get a bottle and use the conditioner I ordered in the pool, I'll have to check the pool for CYA levels if any..
So you use this along with your SWG, when and how much do you use?
- Jun 1, 2018
- 16,019
- Pool Size
- 26000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Hayward Aqua Rite (T-15)
I have a small scale so I use that to measure if I’m going to use granular cya in the tub to prevent using too much.
I use a small adjustable plastic measuring spoon for dichlor & such.
In a covered tub cya’s main job is moderating the harshness of chlorine but just like in a pool it also provides the chlorine some protection from the sun if left uncovered.
I use a small adjustable plastic measuring spoon for dichlor & such.
In a covered tub cya’s main job is moderating the harshness of chlorine but just like in a pool it also provides the chlorine some protection from the sun if left uncovered.
- Jun 1, 2018
- 16,019
- Pool Size
- 26000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Hayward Aqua Rite (T-15)
I just use
PoolMath & use it to chlorinate instead of bleach on occasion.
Effects of adding will show you how much cya each addition adds & how it will affect ph.
I don’t rely on my swg for all my chlorine needs - its main job is standby chlorination. For anything other than a quick 1 person soak I add bleach or dichlor if needed.