Marmaduke

Does anyone have any suggestions for a good test kit available in Ontario Canada for a Bromine tub? I know Taylor kits are the best, but they are hard to find here (Peterborough) and are expensive as compared to purchasing in the US. Of course, want to measure PH, TA, CA and Free or Total Bromine. Thanks

Ok, I am a newbie and not a chemist. I have had a hot tub for almost a month now and have refilled once. We started out using Bromine tablets (in the reservoir where the filter is, not in a floatie), and using a MPS non chlorine shock once a week. Adjusting the PH levels with Baking Soda and trying to get rid of the foam with Isopropanol (read that it works same as foam away somewhere). We could not get rid of the foam, so we emptied the tub and wiped the entire inside down with bleach and water, then refilled with new water adding 2 bromine tablets and adjusting the PH and TA. We also heard that if we are using the Bromine tablets with an ozonator (which our tub has), you don't need to shock the tub, so we haven't shocked at all. The foam is back when the jets are on high and the water is not clear enough to see through while the jest are on high. Should the water be clear enough to see the bottom of the tub when the jets are on high? When the jets are on low the water is fairly clear. There are so many different methods and chemicals and/or household products to use and advice on what to do and what not to do...it is frustrating and confusing for someone who just wants to use the hot tub with as little fuss as possible. Can I get the tub in balance and get rid of the foam or should I start fresh again? What method can I use with Bromine tablets? More info... just did a test and here are my results: PH = >8.0 TA = 90ppm Free Bromine = 20.0 ? Hardness = 50ppm I put 1.5tbs of PH down in and appox. 1/2tbs of Baking Soda Going to check levels again in about 4hrs. Help!!