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    Default Re: Muriatic acid distribution methods

    I believe the Taylor Test Kit user manuals refer to a 'slug' method of adding acid which is supposed to affect TA more than pH. However this has been debunked elsewhere on the site.
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    I put mine in a single stream in front of the deep end return with the pump on. I add acid on a regular basis and I watch the plume to make sure it is hitting the return jet and mixing in. For me, that is a little to the side of the jet....
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    Default Re: Muriatic acid distribution methods

    Here is the thread that talks about the 'slug method' and here is a link to the paper that debunks it!
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    Default Re: Muriatic acid distribution methods

    I pour it in front of the deep end return with the pump running.
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    Gargle , rinse , swish and spit......
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    Phillbo, I thought your teeth looked unusually bright
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    Default Re: Muriatic acid distribution methods

    Speaking of distribution methods, has anyone seen or heard of this....

    http://www.aquaservicedist.com/SMART...G-p-16866.html

    If this thing really works and does not damage anything where the Acid enters the pool, then I'm sold. Talk about a maintenence free pool!! Just about the only thing I have to to most of the summer is add acid to keep ph in check

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