Need advice with new pool startup please!

[JonnyG]

How long do I need to keep the clorine level at 12 ppm and when can i let the kids swim. My 6 year old has already asked me 100 times since the pool was filled this AM. I already bought a bunch of bleach but will probably pick up some more. I originally though I could just bring it up to 3 ppm and swim. BUt sounds like I should shock as soon as the equipment starts up.

Also, the orientation for the pool will not be until a few days after the pool euipment starts up. Can I assume that I should wait until then before adding any chemicals to the water? I am asking this as I dont think they will have me start brushing until then. They specifically told me I did not need to be home for the equipment turn on but I did need to be there for the orientation.

Thanks for all the help.

Thanks
John

[PatL34]

I presume the circulation will be done just for brushing and vacuuming.

I feel for your 6 year-old, but with vacuuming and brushing, the water is not going to be that clean. You will be adding acid, and I normally don't use the pool until 6 hours after adding, another restriction on your child. Maybe someone with children can advise you on this.

Once the orientation is over and you are circulating for 12 hours + then do your water analysis, and post the figures and we can help you further.

I assume the builder will be adding chemicals when the circulation starts, and that the orientation will cover chemical addition and operation. Hope that point is cleared up. So you don't have to bother adding any chlorine or CYA. That will be the builder's responsibility.

Hope this helps.

Pat



Hope this helps.

Pat