Just filled up my pool and wondering what to test first?

[ynnekdnaaisat]

PLEASE HELP!! I have my latest test results and already getting frustrated. My pool is green. I have an Intex SWCG and I do not know if adding bleach to get my chlorine up is safe for the generator. Pool is 18ft x 4ft. AG
Using hth brand 6-way drops
Chlorine 2.4
pH 8.6
Alkalinity 140
Hardness 70

[Watermom]

Using bleach will not hurt your SWCG. Many people use it.

Are you going to get some dichlor and use the Start-up Recipe that PoolDoc linked above? That would be the best way for you to get your pool chemistry going. Let us know as it will influence the advice we give to you.

Your pH is way too high. You can use some muriatic acid to lower it. Please read the info at this link:> http://pool9.net/muriatic/