LaMotte Pool & Spa Owner's Handbook - Manual (Page 6)

USING THE 5-WAY TEST STRIP
It is important to carefully read the instructions on the test strip bottle
for proper use. In order to consistently obtain accurate results, there are
several tips that help the user. For example, the reason the instruction says
to read the strip starting with chlorine (Cl) at the top is because the pH
and hardness pads need a few extra seconds to fully develop (about 10 to
15). By the time the strip is removed from the water and the initial three
test factors are carefully read, the colors for pH and hardness are ready for
evaluation.
Note: a color that appears on the strip may be between two color chart
values. If this happens, record the result as a number in between the values
shown.
Note: the magenta (hot pink) values represent the bromine test results,
and are found just below the free chlorine values printed in black. Below
are explanations as to why some of the instructions and tips are important
to follow.
Instruction:
1. Immerse strip. SWIRL 3 TIMES or DIP
according to directions on bottle.
Why? Exposes each pad to the correct amount
of pool/spa water.
2. Remove with pads face up.
Why? Hold strip level to avoid reactant
from one pad running into another pad.
3. DO NOT SHAKE OFF EXCESS WATER.
Read immediately Cl->TCl-> etc.
Why? This could shake off the colored reaction. Read the pads reactions
in sequence to allow the proper reaction time for each pad.
4
0
1
0 (0 )
1 (2 ) 80
0 6.8
7.2
50
10
0