Strawfoot
07-06-2007, 09:55 AM
Greetings,
Thanks in advance to those who answer my post. I have a 27,000 gallon salt water in ground pool with diamond brite plaster, opened in December, used moderately since spring. With the help of this forum, I've had decent luck with the upkeep. Average numbers are as follows:
Salt level 3200 ppm
Pool chlorinator @ 50% Spa @ 10%
Free Chlorine 2-3 ppm
PH 7.4-7.6 ppm
ALK 70-80
CH 370-390
CYA 40-55
I say average because the torrential rains here in Texas have had my numbers all over the map, but I pretty much end back up at the above data. I've noticed some SLIGHT light brown discoloration in spots that I think MAY be algae, but can't be sure. The water has been pretty clear for the most part. But on the fourth we had a party with about 20-25 swimming guests (including kids.) I have yet to shock this pool.
I've read different things on when to superchlorinate a pool, ranging from the difference between FC and CC, condition of water (cloudy etc.), bather load, timing, etc. I've also seen different takes on the amount of product to use, a percentage of your FC etc. I'm a little confused, though I am QUITE sure not to use my chlorinator and use a liquid chlorine instead.
Also, wifey wants to use the pool this weekend very badly. I'm concerned about letting her swim after the heavy use from this party, but also unsure when it will be safe to swim again after I shock it.
So... Questions are, how much product (and which brand) should I use? I know I need to keep it at a certain level for a certain time period. How long till the chlorine eventually dissipates, with all the rain we are having? Do I pour the chlorine evenly around the pool? Do I need to run the filter pump 24/7? I know I need to brush constantly, but when to start? What schedule should I get on for regaular shocking? Have I waited too long?
Lastly, my Leslie's test kit will only measure to 5ppm. Where can I find a kit to measure larger amounts of chlorine?
Thanks in advance to all you experts! I searched but could find no good threads dealing with my specific questions. Any links would also be appreciated.
Mike
Arlington, TX
(Land of the never ending low pressure front)
Thanks in advance to those who answer my post. I have a 27,000 gallon salt water in ground pool with diamond brite plaster, opened in December, used moderately since spring. With the help of this forum, I've had decent luck with the upkeep. Average numbers are as follows:
Salt level 3200 ppm
Pool chlorinator @ 50% Spa @ 10%
Free Chlorine 2-3 ppm
PH 7.4-7.6 ppm
ALK 70-80
CH 370-390
CYA 40-55
I say average because the torrential rains here in Texas have had my numbers all over the map, but I pretty much end back up at the above data. I've noticed some SLIGHT light brown discoloration in spots that I think MAY be algae, but can't be sure. The water has been pretty clear for the most part. But on the fourth we had a party with about 20-25 swimming guests (including kids.) I have yet to shock this pool.
I've read different things on when to superchlorinate a pool, ranging from the difference between FC and CC, condition of water (cloudy etc.), bather load, timing, etc. I've also seen different takes on the amount of product to use, a percentage of your FC etc. I'm a little confused, though I am QUITE sure not to use my chlorinator and use a liquid chlorine instead.
Also, wifey wants to use the pool this weekend very badly. I'm concerned about letting her swim after the heavy use from this party, but also unsure when it will be safe to swim again after I shock it.
So... Questions are, how much product (and which brand) should I use? I know I need to keep it at a certain level for a certain time period. How long till the chlorine eventually dissipates, with all the rain we are having? Do I pour the chlorine evenly around the pool? Do I need to run the filter pump 24/7? I know I need to brush constantly, but when to start? What schedule should I get on for regaular shocking? Have I waited too long?
Lastly, my Leslie's test kit will only measure to 5ppm. Where can I find a kit to measure larger amounts of chlorine?
Thanks in advance to all you experts! I searched but could find no good threads dealing with my specific questions. Any links would also be appreciated.
Mike
Arlington, TX
(Land of the never ending low pressure front)