PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Total alkalinity is the measurement of the total carbonates, bicarbonates, and hydroxides in solution. When testing for alkalinity, we are measuring the total titratable alkaline substances. For the purposes of balancing pool water, we are only interested in the carbonate alkalinity. To calculate the carbonate alkalinity, subtract 1/3 of the tested cyanuric acid from the tested total alkalinity to yield the carbonate alkalinity. Carbonate alkalinity is a buffer for pH; in other words it prevents wild fluctuations. When carbonate alkalinity is too low, the pH can bounce wildly and is difficult to maintain. When carbonate alkalinity is too high, the pH will continue to drift upward and makes lowering the pH difficult. Carbonate alkalinity should be tested weekly and maintained in a range between 80 and 120ppm. Essential Elements Total Alkalinity Increaser is used to increase the carbonate alkalinity.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
• Easy dissolving formulation
• Higher carbonate alkalinity yield then other forms of alkalinity increaser
• pH 8.3
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
• Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate
APPLICATION & DOSAGE
It is recommended to split required dose into 10 pound increments of Essential Elements Total Alkalinity Increaser. Splitting large doses into smaller increments can help prevent temporary water cloudiness, which may arise from the addition of Essential Elements Total Alkalinity increaser. In a plastic pail of pool water, pre-dissolve each smaller addition of Essential Elements Total Alkalinity Increaser. Once the product is dissolved in the water, and with the filter system operating, simply pour the dissolved product onto the surface of the water. Wait 2 hours before adding the next smaller addition in the same way.
DO NOT ADD CHLORINE FOR 4 HOURS AFTER ADDING ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS TOTAL ALKALINITY INCREASER! FAILURE TO DO SO CAN CREATE DIFFFICULT TO REMOVE STAINS AND SCALE!
AVAILABLE SIZES
260003 1 lb Pouch - 24/Case
260005 5 lb Pouch - 8/Case
260007 10 lb Pouch - 4/Case
260061 25 lb Bag
