What is the ideal range for pool water test results?
The ideal ranges are as follows: Min Ideal Max pH 7.2 7.4-7.6 7.8 Total Alkalinity 60 80-120* 180 PPM’s Calcium Hardness 150 175-275* 800 PPM’s Free Chlorine 1.0 1.0-3.0 5.0 PPM’s Combined Chlorine 0 0 0.2 PPM’s Cyanuric Acid 20 40-100 150 PPM’s Metals 0 0 0.2 PPM’s Total Dissolved Solids 1500 PPM’s over start-up max * vinyl liner and fiberglass range can be T. A. 120-150 PPM’s C.H.