Can this be used in place of pool conditioner? I need 5 gallons of that stuff to get my 20K gal saltwater pool up to 80ppm and it's EXPENSIVE! Thx
1613746
I'm pretty sure you are looking for the stabilizer itself and not this. This is the reagent used to test to see how much stabilizer is in the water and not the stabilizer itself. Probably not good to dump 5 gallons of this in your pool.
1613747
No. This is the reagent to test the cyanuric acid level, not cyanuric acid. What do you consider expensive? I'm looking at a 7lb bucket at pool supply world for 26 dollars. More than enough for your needs. Be careful about running your cya levels too high as higher levels weaken chlorines ability to sanitize. I have brought mine down to 20ppm and get much better sanitization. This will save you some money too. Some godd info on the web. www.lincoln.ne.gov/city/health/environ/pollu/pdf/Cyanuric.pdf
1613748
I used it for pool chemical tests. I'm not sure if it can be used as a conditioner.
1613749
No. Use "stabilizer". Be sure because you will have to partial drain your pool to dilute if you overshoot. In the Swim sells it. Amazon carries many of their products. Or go to intheswim.com.
1613750
This should be used to test CYA levels with a testing kit and not as a replacement for addition of stabilizer to your water.
2019404
Yes it will work fine for pumping out a saltwater pool, simply rinse the unit off when your finished. The salt will only damage the unit if it is allowed to sit on the unit. It is a very durable unit I used it to drain a 1 acre pond for yearly maintenance and it was run 8hrs a day for 10 days straight. Keep and eye on the oil and change it as recommended!
2019403
I hope so . I'm converting my pool to salt water this year.................i'm thinking if you rinsed it with clear water it will be fine. let me know how u make out.. norm2428@comcast.net
447172
We did not change the water in our pool when we switched but we hadn't put any new chlorine in it for several months. We switched at the beginning of the swim season. The system is designed to create chlorine out of salt so, I would think you would be fine. I am certainly no expert, though. Check with your local pool and spa stores.
1744062
I have this system myself. I had some green algae when I opened it this spring but never added anything but shock and vacuumed it out. You will have to add your standard chemicals at the beginning of the year and sometimes throughout the year if you have to clean it a lot. Such as alkalinity, hardness, cynuirc acid to keep clorine levels up. But I must say the saltwater system is almost maintenance free and keeps my pool krystal klear. I onk y run mine 3 to 5 hours a day. No problems. If you have algae you may want to check your salt content in the pool with a saltwater strip you get from any big box store. Good luck. I have this system myself. I had some green algae when I opened it this spring but never added anything but shock and vacuumed it out. You will have to add your standard chemicals at the beginning of the year and sometimes throughout the year if you have to clean it a lot. Such as alkalinity, hardness, cynuirc acid to keep clorine levels up. But I must say the saltwater system is almost maintenance free and keeps my pool krystal klear. I onk y run mine 3 to 5 hours a day. No problems. If you have algae you may want to check your salt content in the pool with a saltwater strip you get from... » Read More I have this system myself. I had some green algae when I opened it this spring but never added anything but shock and vacuumed it out. You will have to add your standard chemicals at the beginning of the year and sometimes throughout the year if you have to clean it a lot. Such as alkalinity, hardness, cynuirc acid to keep clorine levels up. But I must say the saltwater system is almost maintenance free and keeps my pool krystal klear. I onk y run mine 3 to 5 hours a day. No problems. If you have algae you may want to check your salt content in the pool with a saltwater strip you get from any big box store. Good luck. « Show Less
1792795
I've only had to use this product when I had a problem with setting up a new tank. I just use their conditioner once a month after the tank is well established.
1117289
No... your pool is too too small. I use my float for my 20' X 40' pool. (32,000 gallons) Use a small amount of chlorine from a package of dry chlorine for pools you can get at KMart or Walmart [ only a small amount!
1062835
Hello, for the first part of your question, you can use another conditioner or replace your other conditioner with this one. I use this as my conditioner. It makes your hair really soft and is an excellent detangler. I use the Avalon moisturizing shampoo when I have it. If not then I use Cream of Nature conditioning shampoo, or even Neutrogena Triple Moisture Shampoo...anything that provides moisture back to my hair because my hair is dry. I love this product...and it smells good.
2247235
I chose to use Bromine instead of Chlorine (just because I let my dogs swim and heard it was better for pets), and just used standard chemicals packaged for spas and hot tubs. It worked well. But you'll want to be diligent with chlorine/bromine and managing the acid levels as the included pool filter is not particularly strong and it doesn't take much for algae growth to start.
1483012
It is not recommended...we tried years ago and found the chlorine we bought dissolved much quicker. Our pool had algae for the first time during the season.
201618
Yes, this would be a great replacement however it's just a filtration unit and pump. It has no affect on Chlorine and ph levels. At this point you have two options: Continue to utilize Chlorine or convert to Saltwater.
883097
As soon as you get the salt level in your pool to the specs this will produce chlorine. You will have to monitor it to find the proper amount if time to run unit but it works great. I suggest a chlorine stabilizer you will run the unit less with it. Good luck
1744063
Yes, But it is not needed if you are running the saltwater system. You may need to run it a few more hours. You can also buy the little bags of shock and shock the pool every week or or when ever you have a lot of people in the pool. I myself run my saltwater system at least 12 hours and I keep the pump running 24-7. I add 1 bag of salt at the end of the year. Keeping the pool moving at all time keeps it clear plus cleaning the filter on a regular basis (about every 3-4 days).
623211
Yes. You should be able to use it in your above ground pool. You will need to find out how many gallons your pool is holding to determine how much to use. One bag treats 10,000 gallons. Our pool is saltwater, so we only really use this for shock, not as a maintainer of chlorine. It works very well, and we can usually get almost a whole summer out of one box of 5.
566030
I haven't had one issue with my pool all summer. Have you tried running the boost cycle to address the green? I haven't added any chemicals other than the salt all season & my water is crystal clear! I run the boost about once a week (after heavy rain or heavy usage) My pool is small 14' so I am sure that is a factor if you have a larger pool. I have read about people getting the too much salt issue. Usually emptying a little usually does the trick. But if it continues I would contact the company. It may be an issue with the system (which I have heard too) They do honor their warantee, but are very slow. Good Luck I haven't had one issue with my pool all summer. Have you tried running the boost cycle to address the green? I haven't added any chemicals other than the salt all season & my water is crystal clear! I run the boost about once a week (after heavy rain or heavy usage) My pool is small 14' so I am sure that is a factor if you have a larger pool. I have read about people getting the too much salt issue. Usually emptying a little usually does the trick. But if it continues I would contact the company. It may be an issue with the system (which I have heard too) They do honor their warantee, but... » Read More I haven't had one issue with my pool all summer. Have you tried running the boost cycle to address the green? I haven't added any chemicals other than the salt all season & my water is crystal clear! I run the boost about once a week (after heavy rain or heavy usage) My pool is small 14' so I am sure that is a factor if you have a larger pool. I have read about people getting the too much salt issue. Usually emptying a little usually does the trick. But if it continues I would contact the company. It may be an issue with the system (which I have heard too) They do honor their warantee, but are very slow. Good Luck « Show Less
993569
I am not a chemist but checking the list - I don't think so. There is only Methosulfate and this one is NOT bad. From what I read, it is a quaternary ammonium salt derived from palm oil. It's good for conditioning and detangling. You will find methosulfates in your conditioners. It is not a harsh cleansing sulfate like SLS or ALS
1557911
Just use the normal salt pellets for water conditioners sold at Lowes, Kmart, etc. If you have iron in your water use the bags marked for iron. It will take it out along with making the water soft.