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Never add them at the same time, together they make a toxic gas
A general rule when adding chemicals to pools is to wait at least an hour before adding any other chemical to the pool.
Remember Muriatic acid is very dangerous so be careful bad for lungs, burn skin, blind eyes.
What else can I help you with?
Why does the chlorine stabaliser not dissolve?
Chlorine stabilizer, also known as cyanuric acid, is slow to dissolve in water because it is a large molecule that requires time to break down and disperse. It should be pre-dissolved in a bucket of water before adding it to the pool to help it dissolve more easily and prevent clumping.
Can algaecide interact with chlorine thereby reducing the level of free chlorine in a swimming pool?
Yes, certain algaecides can interact with chlorine and decrease its effectiveness in maintaining free chlorine levels in a swimming pool. It's important to carefully follow the instructions for both chemicals and avoid adding them at the same time to prevent unwanted reactions.
What chemical do you add when free chlorine is low?
You can add chlorine-based chemicals such as chlorine granules or liquid chlorine to increase free chlorine levels in the pool. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and allow time for the chemical to circulate before testing the water again.
What do you do if your chlorine level is too high?
If your chlorine level is too high, you can reduce it by diluting the pool water with fresh water. Another way is to turn off the chlorine feeder and allow the chlorine to naturally diminish over time. Additionally, you can use a chlorine neutralizer to bring down the chlorine levels quickly.
Who invented chlorine?
the year 1774 Chlorine was observed for the first time by Jan Baptist van Helmont near 1630 (in Holland) and prepared for the first time in laboratory by Carl Wilhelm Scheele in 1774 (in Sweden), but considered it to be a compound of oxygen. Sir Humphry Davy (in England) named it after identifying chlorine as a chemical element in 1810.
What happens if you add acid and chlorine at the same time?
Nothing
Can you add muriatic acid and no phos (phosfree) at the same time?
No, you should not add muriatic acid and a product labeled as "no phos" (phosphate-free) at the same time. Muriatic acid, which is a strong acid, can react with other chemicals, potentially causing harmful reactions or reducing the effectiveness of the other product. It's best to add them separately and allow time for the first chemical to disperse before introducing the second. Always follow safety guidelines and product instructions when handling chemicals.
Does muriatic acid deteriorate over time?
Muriatic acid can deteriorate over time if not stored properly. Exposure to air and moisture can lead to a reaction that degrades the acid's strength. It is recommended to store muriatic acid in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place to maintain its effectiveness.
Can you use muriatic acid to dissolve plastic?
No that would be a waste of time
What are the alternatives to using muriatic acid to lower the PH in a swimming pool?
There are 3 principal chemicals for lowering pH: muriatic acid, sodium bisulfate (dry acid) & CO2. If this is a commercial application then CO2 may be a viable source. The sodium bisulfate is dry acid which when mixed with water makes liquid acid but does not have the odor. Muriatic acid and sodium bisulfate both lower total alkalinity at hte same time as lowering the pH. CO2 may raise total alkalinity at the same time as lowering pH. The total alkalinity is important to have a stable pH which in turn is important to have a relatively constant pH for the proper effectiveness of the sanitizer (chlorine) Any other questions feel free to email me direct. Steve Dunn Commmercial Pool Systems, Inc.
When is the best time to add muriatic acid?
The original question was the better of the two questions. Is it ok to add muriatic acid while the pool is in use? When is the best time to add muriatic acid? You should either wait until no one is going to use the pool for a while. It is not a good idea to add chemicals to the pool while someone is in it. Best to add chem. first thing in a.m. before use - then let circulation distribute those chem. k
Can muriatic acid be used to clean oil off from cement?
Muriatic acid can clean drains. However, it's not a good idea to do this because it can also damage them and keep them from functioning properly.
How long of a wait to shock a pool after adding muriatic acid?
Approx. 5 to 15 minutes. Or enough time for the circulation system to disperse the chlorine. Or you could add it to the opposite side of the pool. Remember not to add the acid to closely to the skimmer or main drain.
Can you make hydrochloric acid?
Sure, just allow hydrogen to react with chlorine. If you mean "is it practical for a normal person with no particular chemistry experience to make hydrochloric acid using Things Found About the House" then no, you can't. You may, however, be able to buy it (under the name of "muriatic acid") at hardware or plumbing supply stores (this was true at one time, I have no idea if it still is).
Which element in Charles Daltons periodic table isn't an element?
Charlie Dalton was not a famous chemist. However his distant cousin John Dalton was. John Dalton did not have a periodic table to work with -- he did his work about 70 years too early for that. However, he did have a bit to do with elements and atoms. The name 'oxygen' means acid-maker. In Dalton's time chemists thought that every acid had to have oxygen in its formula. So he believed that what we now call hydrochloric acid, with formula HCl, contained oxygen in its formula. He therefore described an atom of this substance, which was then known as muriatic acid, as containing one atom each of hydrogen, oxygen, and 'muriatic radicle'. This 'muriatic radicle' was, in effect, an atom of chlorine from which an oxygen atom had been removed. A lot of futile effort was spent trying to remove the oxygen from chlorine gas to obtain this 'element' (but not by John Dalton).
Can you increase alkalinity and pH at the same time?
You shouldn't be using "household bleach" at all. Use 12.5% chlorine found only in pool stores. The chlorine found in discount stores is probably around 10 % if that. If that chlorine was left on the loading dock for an hour it most likely has lost strength to maybe 8%. Once the chlorine has been moved inside the store the chlorine strength continues to loose strength - it only has a shelf life of 2 weeks. To answer your question, chlorine is used to sanitize. Muriatic acid and soda ash are used to adjust the pH (acid lowers-soda raises). Chlorine can raise the pH but in such insignificant amounts that you can not detect them on a normal test kits. Do your own test. Leave a partial bottle of chlorine - any strength - outside for a few weeks and you will end up with what looks like water. In extreme cases you will end up with just salt crystals inside the bottle even with the cap on solidly.
How long after putting acid in the pool can you put in chlorine?
Any time you like.
