How to Use Test Kits | Leslie's

Regularly testing your pool water chemistry is vital to maintaining a healthy, safe pool. Using a water test kit is one of the best ways to get an accurate water chemistry reading. This video will show you the best practices for using an at-home water test kit.

💧 Test kits give you readings on your pool's pH, total alkalinity, and sanitizer.
💧 Before collecting a water sample, let your pump run for at least one hour.
💧 Take your water sample from 12"–18" below the surface.
💧 When adding reagents to your water sample, hold the reagent bottle vertically, and add drops slowly.
💧 Your pool's pH level should be between 7.4–7.6.
💧 Your pool's chlorine reading should range between 2.0–4.0 ppm.
💧 Your pool's alkalinity level should be between 80–120 ppm.
💧 Store your test kit in a cool, dry place, and pay attention to the expiration date.

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⏱ Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:27 Pool Water Test Kits
0:46 How to Test Pool Water with Test Kit
2:47 Storing Test Kit
2:56 Bring a Water Sample into Your Local Leslie's

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