Total Alkalinity test result is not the same when comparing K2006C with the TF tesr kits....

[Hachu]

Hi,

I recently bought the TF test kits refills for my K20006C. When using my Taylor K-2006C to test my TA I get 70ppm, but when using the TF test I kept getting 110ppm. The results are always higher when I use the TF. Now, I'm just confused with the test results. Has anyone have this problem? Or have compared the results? I use it the same way for both tests using 25 ml pool water sample.
1. 2 drops R-0007 (mix)
2. Add 5 drops R-008 (swirl to mix)
3. Add R-009 drop wise til turn from green to red.

Thanks,
Ha

 

[mknauss]

New bottles of R0009 can give small drops. Be sure the bottle is vertical, very little to no pressure on the bottle and let the drop form and drop. If necessary, wipe the tip with a damp cloth between drops.

 

[Hachu]

New bottles of R0009 can give small drops. Be sure the bottle is vertical, very little to no pressure on the bottle and let the drop form and drop. If necessary, wipe the tip with a damp cloth between drops.

Yes, I've always held verticle with no pressure and yes, I noticed the TF r0009 bottle gives very small drops so I'm not sure how to record my TA since my Taylor kit is giving 70ppm while my TF IS 110ppm.

 

[mknauss]

If necessary, wipe the tip with a damp cloth between drops.

 

[Hachu]

If necessary, wipe the tip with a damp cloth between drops.

Thanks. I'll try that and see.

 

[scottts]

I've taken to refilling my K2006 bottles from my TF refills just because I find the Taylor bottles produce a more consistent drop.

 

[Hachu]

I've taken to refilling my K2006 bottles from my TF refills just because I find the Taylor bottles produce a more consistent drop.

Thank you