ALWAYS READ MANUFACTURER'S LABEL AND DIRECTIONS PRIOR TO ADDING ANY CHEMICAL. The information being provided is that which is industry standard, based on the most commonly accepted chemical parameters, but do not supersede manufacturer's instructions. Always consult product labels for specific directions as to chemical adjustments.
| Chemical Treatments | |
|---|---|
| Increase Chlorine | Calcium Hypochlorite (67%) Sodium Hypochlorite (12%) Dichlor (56%) |
| Increase Total Alkalinity | Sodium Bicarbonate |
| Decrease Total Alkalinity | Muriatic Acid Sodium Bisulfate |
| Increase Calcium Hardness | Calcium Chloride (77%) |
| Increase Stabilizer | Cyanuric Acid |
| Neutralize Chlorine | Sodium Thiosulfate |
| Water Chemistry Guidelines | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parameter | Min | Ideal | Max | Pool Type |
| Free Chlorine | 1.0 | 2.0 - 4.0 | 5.0 | Pools, Waterparks |
| Combined Chlorine | 0 | 0 | 0.2 | Pools, Waterparks |
| 0 | 0 | 0.5 | Spas | |
| Total Bromine | 2.0 | 4.0 - 6.0 | 10.0 | All Types |
| pH | 7.2 | 7.4 - 7.6 | 7.8 | All Types |
| Total Alkalinity | 60 | 80 - 100* 100 - 120** |
180 | All Types |
| Calcium Hardness | 150 | 200 - 400 | 1,000 | All Types |
| Total Dissolved Solids | NA | NA | 1,500 | All Types |
You can use the form below to determine how much of the desired chemical to add to your pool to obtain the appropriate change.
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