More than Algae

[chem geek]

You can see how the FAS-DPD test works in a demo shown in this link.

[funtimeken]

Hi Mom,

Just a quick note to keep you up to date. I tried both the regular and the diluted methods of testing. The regular is still a waste, but vibrant and wonderful colors!!! The diluted method resulted in the FC higher than the 5ppm on the test kit, and the TC the same. There was no change overnight. I guess at this point, we just keep the pump running and let it do it's thing. I also will be getting a FAS kit. Thank you to you and Chem-Geek for the info. It was very helpful.

Yours forever,



Funtimeken

[funtimeken]

Hi Mom,

Just another update for you. At this point, the pool is still very clear and the cl is still over 5ppm, but no where the high levele it was at. I just tested it and it looks to be about 8-10 ppm. The PH is great at 7.5. The CYA is still off the charts. I have read that the test kit reagents generally have a shelf life of about 1 year, and you should start each year with freash reagents. Is tere any truth to this, or is it just another one of the "Pool Guy's" lines? If it is just a line, I will order my new FAS kit now. If it is true, I will most likely wait until next year, because we will be closing up the pol in a few weeks.

Thanks for the help.

Fondly,

Funtime

[aylad]

Not Watermom, but just wanted to post this link that may help you out with the shelf life question...
http://www.poolforum.com/pf2/showthread.php?t=9874

I personally am using reagents that are anywhere from 2-4 years old, with equal readings if tested with new ones. I keep my reagents in a cool, dark cabinet in the house.

Janet