To drain or not to drain

[Rancho Cost-a-Lotta]

Technically a pass, but nothing wrong with the added insurance of one more day.

Good job staying on top of it!

 

[Jon_P]

Better safe than sorry How’s the water looking? Can u tell heads from tails on a quarter in the deep end?

Water looks great! I’ve never heard of the quarter test but I’ll try that later

 

[Mdragger88]

Water looks great! I’ve never heard of the quarter test but I’ll try that later

Here’s a good thread too

How Clear is TFP Clear?

 

[Jon_P]

Am I getting close to TFP clear?

 

[Rancho Cost-a-Lotta]

Is there water in there?

Looks good!

 

[Jon_P]

Is there water in there?

Looks good!

LOL! Thank you!!
To passing overnight test tonight

 

[Jon_P]

Update day 8:
Same as the previous night. Only lost 1.
So I believe I’ll call it good and let the FC drop to maintain level.
So is the next step today to test everything else and see where we are?

 

[Rancho Cost-a-Lotta]

Assuming pool is clear you're good. Let FC drift down below 10 ppm and test/adjust pH. You can post a full set of results, but I suspect you're good. You can swim after FC drops below SLAM level.

Stay on top of FC daily. Don't allow FC to drop below the minimum. Expect a daily FC loss in the 2 to 4 ppm range. Consider getting the SWG up and running.

Congrats!

 

[Jon_P]

Assuming pool is clear you're good. Let FC drift down below 10 ppm and test/adjust pH. You can post a full set of results, but I suspect you're good. You can swim after FC drops below SLAM level.

Stay on top of FC daily. Don't allow FC to drop below the minimum. Expect a daily FC loss in the 2 to 4 ppm range. Consider getting the SWG up and running.

Congrats!

Thanks for all the help!
I’ll give it a couple days and test everything and post results. It’ll give me some re-assurance

Yes I want to get the SWG going sooner than later so I’m looking into that.

Also, what do you feel about sand vs cartridge filters? I am most likely going to have to replace the filter within the next year or so. I’ve previously maintained a cartridge filter so the maintenance doesn’t bother me.
Just would like your thoughts.

 

[Mdragger88]

For the filter, a cartridge filter captures finer particles than a sand filter making it superior in that respect. For any filter choice- you want to get the largest one u can fit in your space & also afford. The larger the filter, the less u will need to clean it. Also, its very likely that currently your mpv (multi port valve) is located atop your sand filter. If u replace it with a cartridge filter you will likely need to install a separate mpv & when doing so, decide if you want to still have the option to vacuum to waste & plumb things accordingly if so.
Here’s some more info to help u decide

Pool Filter Comparison

Your pool's filter is a vital part of your equipment pad. We'll take a look at each type of filter and list the pro's and con's of each.

www.troublefreepool.com

How to select pool equipment - Further Reading

www.troublefreepool.com

 

[Rancho Cost-a-Lotta]

I've only owned DE filters. My next filter will likely be a cartridge filter. Although I like the fine filtering of a DE filter, I'm tired of DE ending up in the pool every time I service my filter.

 

[Jon_P]

Test results this morning:
FC 6
CC .5 or lower (test water stayed clear)
TA 110
CYA 40
PH 8.2

Anything I need to do regarding the PH? Will it drift down further on its own?

 

[Rancho Cost-a-Lotta]

If the sample stays clear, CC is 0.0. That's great!

With a FG pool, there's no reason to force TA down. Unless your fill water is high in TA, TA will come down slowly as you add acid to adjust pH. Pool Math will tell you how much under "Effects of Adding Chemicals." You can test your TA if you'd like, just to give you idea of how it will effect your pool's TA. Test your TA weekly.

Your pH is high. Add muriatic acid to reduce pH to 7.4. Test pH every one to two days until you get an idea of how fast it will rise.

Get your recommended levels here:

What Are My Ideal Pool Levels?

Use our tool to find ideal chemical levels for any swimming pool. Check TFP recommended levels on pH, free chlorine, cyanuric acid, and more.

www.troublefreepool.com

 

[Mdragger88]

Do as Rancho suggested above & also aim for the high fc target (or a scootch above) for your cya when dosing - this way if u have a high uv day, high bather load or other environmental factor you are covered & never broach minimum. Minimum is hot lava …