How do I raise the pH in my Baquacil pool?

Directions

Test your water’s pH every week with Baquacil Test Strips and adjust if necessary. Generally, 1/2 lb of Baquacil pH Increaser in 10,000 gallons of pool water will raise pH by 0.2.
Allow the water to circulat for 12 to 24 hours. Recheck your pH reading.

How does Baquacil increase alkalinity?

Generally, 3 lb of Baquacil Total Alkalinity Increaser in 10,000 gallons of pool water will raise total alkalinity by 20 ppm. Allow the water to circulate for 12 to 24 hours. Recheck your alkalinity reading. Repeat treatment as necessary until an alkalinity between 80-150 ppm is obtained.

Does raising pH affect alkalinity?

High Alkalinity over 120 ppm can cause some resistance to pH change. And, adding pH Increaser can also raise Alkalinity, compounding the problem. To lower Alkalinity more than pH level, “pool your acid”, using the Bucket Trick below.

Is the Baquacil pool care system compatible with chlorine?

For that reason, many chemicals that work with one system won’t work with the other. The BAQUACIL® CDX® Pool Care System is not compatible with chlorine, bromine, any copper based chemical or non-chlorine shock. Always check with your Authorized BAQUACIL® Dealer before adding supplemental chemicals to your pool.

Can a Baquacil pool be converted to a CDX?

No, converting your pool to the BAQUACIL® CDX® Pool Care System is a very easy process that usually takes less than 24 hours. Consult your nearest local Authorized BAQUACIL® Dealer and they will instruct you on the proper procedures to start your pool on the BAQUACIL® CDX® Pool Care System.

Which is more expensive Baquacil or PHMB?

Location: San Rafael, California Baquacil is more expensive. It is also harder to keep a Baqua pool clear, especially after several years since white water mold can develop since it can be resistant to Baqua (PHMB).

When to stop using Baquacil in the pool?

Most Baquacil users are dying to quit after three years when the persistent white mold and pink slime problems become impossible to solve. I do believe your sons allergies are not allergies at all but the result of being sensitized to chloramines when swimming in improperly sanitized and managed pools.