First K-2006 results...prognosis?

[Watermom]

You can actually work on all 3 at the same time. Here are the directions for lowering alk: Lowering Alkalinity Step-by-Step

Also, please read the using muriatic acid safely link in my signature below. It will give you the basic dose of muriatic acid to use.

Hope this helps.

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[mgzych]

Thanks, Watermom.

I'm familiar with the two pieces you linked to in your reply. I guess I don't understand the workings of the muriatic acid, though. Is the basic dose (1/4 gal per 10k gal) the same regardless of the change I want to accomplish in my pH? I gather I'm going to have to lower it somewhat substantially as I set up for lowering the alkalinity.

Also, any thoughts on effective aeration using the equipment I already have?

Thanks again,
Mark

[Watermom]

With additions of pool chemicals including muriatic acid, it is always best to do several small doses rather than try to get to your target in one dose. This eliminates the concern about overshooting the target. Plus, if you start with a small dose, you'll be able to tell how much it affected your pH and then you can adjust the next dose some of you need to.

Using your eyeball aimed upward to create as much rippling as you can should be effective at aerating. Or, you can rig up a fountain or get all the neighborhood 10 year-olds to come and spend the afternoon playing and splashing in your pool! Actually, your return jet eyeball will be fine. You'll be surprised how well the procedure works.

[mgzych]

Great! Thanks again. I'll report back once I've given it a shot...or I'll be back with more questions. ;-)

Best,
Mark