I use one simple rule of thumb when trying a new product. That is a lot more fun than reading charts. My firm belief is that photography is about the photographs, not the arcane ritual. People like to look at pictures and if you are getting good results, they will like looking at yours whether you spend days getting them perfect or do it in a much shorter period of time. But, show pictures.
Quality speaks volumes.
No bright red, yellow or blue. You actually have to look at the photograph. You may have to concentrate as you do so. You might have to use your imagination to fill in what the 'missing' color 'should' have provided. If you aren't comfortable in the darkroom your first worries are probably with the quality of your printing.