Testing during a SLAM

[foxbody]

Are we just testing FC during a SLAM? Or should I be testing CYA TA, CC, ph, other? I'm going on day 7 of my SLAM haha.
My logs may not be up to date but I've been testing FC 2-3x / day, daily brushing or vacuuming, just wasn't sure if I should ensure my stabilizer is on point for most accurate chlorine level. Thanks!

 

[DorsalSpine]

Usually you just test FC during a SLAM. PH testing doesn't work at high levels of FC. Ideally you tested everything before you started the SLAM. At high levels of FC using a 5ml water sample will save you reagents. One drop equals 1 point of FC. When you think you are finished with the SLAM you can switch to a larger sample size for more accuracy if you want.

 

[foxbody]

Usually you just test FC during a SLAM. PH testing doesn't work at high levels of FC. Ideally you tested everything before you started the SLAM. At high levels of FC using a 5ml water sample will save you reagents. One drop equals 1 point of FC. When you think you are finished with the SLAM you can switch to a larger sample size for more accuracy if you want.

Good to know about saving reagents for next time! I've been doing 10ml and it takes 20-30 drops haha

 

[bpolczyn]

Good idea about using 5ml instead of 10ml. Would like to do that as well as I am currently slamming. Do I still use two dippers/scoops of the R-0870?

 

[mknauss]

Do I still use two dippers/scoops of the R-0870?

Only need one rounded scoop for a 10 ml test. For a 5 ml test, a bit less should work.

The 5 ml test has a +/-20% error rate.

 

[foxbody]

Only need one rounded scoop for a 10 ml test. For a 5 ml test, a bit less should work.

The 5 ml test has a +/-20% error rate.

Cosign the error rate. I tried yesterday and the 5ml test was way off.
And I'm proud to announce I have completed my first real SLAM and we passed the OCLT!
Thanks