POOL TEST STRIPS AquaChek CHLORINE 4-in-1

Overview:

Dive into crystal clear water with AquaChek's Chlorine 4-in-1 test strips. These strips are specially crafted for pools and spas that utilize chlorine as their primary sanitizer. The user-friendly flip-top cap ensures you only dispense one strip at a time, making the process streamlined and waste-free.

What Does It Test For?

1. Free Chlorine Essential for sanitizing and keeping your pool clean.
2. pH Level Measures the intensity of acid or alkaline in your water.
3. Total Alkalinity Indicates the amount of alkaline substances in the water.
4. Stabilizer (Cyanuric Acid) Enhances chlorine's resistance against sunlight.

Range of Measurements:

• pH: 6.2-8.4
• Free Chlorine: 0-10 ppm
• Total Alkalinity: 0-240 ppm
• Stabilizer (Cyanuric Acid): 0-300 ppm

Detailed Insights:

1. pH Level

• Importance: A balanced pH level ensures no scaling on surfaces or corrosion of metal parts.
• Correction:
  • Low pH? Add soda ash.
  • High pH? Introduce an acid.

2. Free Chlorine

• Importance: AquaChek Yellow uniquely measures Free Chlorine which is the active chlorine that sanitizes your pool. Excessive Combined Chlorine can lead to eye irritation and unpleasant odors.
• Correction: If Free Chlorine levels are low, simply add more chlorine. However, always check that pH and Total Alkalinity levels are within ideal ranges before making adjustments.

3. Total Alkalinity

• Importance: Alkalinity prevents sudden pH fluctuations that might corrode or scale metal installations.
• Correction:
  • Low Total Alkalinity? Add sodium bicarbonate.
  • High Total Alkalinity? Incorporate an acid.

Note: A low pH reading might appear if Total Alkalinity is under 80 ppm. Always maintain Total Alkalinity within the 80-120 ppm ideal range.

4. Cyanuric Acid (Stabilizer/Conditioner)

• Importance: It shields chlorine from rapid dissipation due to UV rays. However, excessive cyanuric acid can dampen chlorine's efficacy and may lead to scaling or cloudy water.
• Correction: To reduce high levels of cyanuric acid, drain and refill part of the pool water. For instance, replacing half the pool water will decrease the cyanuric acid content by 50%.

General Usage and Safety:

• To extract a strip, open the AquaChek bottle and snap the lid shut immediately to preserve strip quality.
• Always store the strips in cool, dry locations and retain the drying agent packet inside the bottle.
• Never mix chemicals and always introduce them to the water individually.
• Ensure no swimmers are present when adding chemicals.
• Test your pool at both ends at least twice weekly, and test your spa every time before use. Recording your results can be helpful for tracking.

For in-depth guidance on specific chemical treatments tailored for your pool or spa, reach out to your local dealer. Remember, balanced water isn't just about clarity; it's about ensuring a safe and enjoyable swimming experience for all.