Hello, this is my first post:
We've installed a 18' X33" above ground all resin pool with salt water system about 3 weeks ago. The water has a slight blue-greenish tint, but the readings seem fine when I take it to the pool store, Leslie's, for testing. The readings are as follows:
FAC - 2
TAC - 2
Salt - 3400
CH - 190
CYA - 40
TA - 130
PH - 7.8

They sold me dry acid to reduce the TA and free metal clear although my pool registered 0 for copper and iron. Could the high TA be causing the tint? The range says 80-120ppm, but I have read that 60-80ppm is ideal. There is no algae present and the water is clear. It seems I have to buy something every time I go have my water tested. Since I'm learning so much on these forums, I am going to buy my own water test kit today and try balancing it on my own rather than spending a ton of money every time I go to Leslie's pools. Also, do I need to be worried about the calcium hardness? I've read mixed reviews on this. Thanks for your responses.