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How to Use a Pool Test Kit: The Right Way to Check a Pool's Water Quality
By Lisa Hallett Taylor, About.com Guide
Just Dip it
Dip the plastic tester beneath the surface
Photo © Lisa Hallett Taylor
Dip the plastic tester into your pool, making sure you draw water from a depth of at least 18 inches for an accurate "catch."
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