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Pool Care
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Your pool’s capacity, expressed in total gallons of water, is the first basis for calculating the proper amounts of the chemicals you will need to add. Begin by calculating your pool’s average depth. Then determine your pool’s capacity by using the appropriate formula from the chat below.
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Average Depth = Shallow End Depth + Deep End Depth  2
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Rectangular Pools: Length x Width x Average Depth x7.5 = *Total Gallons
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Round Pools: Circular Diameter x Diameter x Average Depth x 5.9 = *Total Gallons
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Oval Pools: Full Width x Full Length x Average Depth x 5.9 = *Total Gallons
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Sloping Sides: If your pool has sloping sides, multiply the final figure by 0.85
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*Free Form: Check with Pool Builder.
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1. Remove the winter cover (if applicable) after eliminating all debris and water from the cover surface. Use a quality cover cleaner to clean, deodorize and protect the cover, then store it in a dry, cool place.
2. Remove leaves and debris from the pool bottom with a leaf-cleaning device. Empty skimmer baskets and pump strainer basket.
3. Add water up to the pool level recommended by the manufacturer – usually halfway up the skimmer.
4. Inspect all equipment including pump, filter, heater, diving board, ladders and chlorinator for proper installation and operation.
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5. Take a sample of your pool water to your Pool Dealer for a complete analysis. Follow the provided instructions for balancing the water.
6. Remove organic waste with the addition of shock per label instructions.
7. Prevent algae by adding initial application dose of per label instructions.
8. Add sanitizer to provide continuous disinfections using stabilized chlorinated products such as Chlorinated Tablets 1", Chlorinated Tablets 3" or Skimmer Sticks in a floater, skimmer or automatic chlorinator.
9. Run the filter system for at 24 hours. During this time, brush the walls and vacuum the pool floor.
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Two to Three Times Weekly (Minimum)
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1.Check and maintain pH levels at 7.2 – 7.6 with pH Plus and pH Down.
2. Monitor and maintain chlorine levels at 1.0 –3.0 ppm with Chlorinated Tablets 1”, Chlorinated Tablets 3”, and skimmer sticks.
3.Empty skimmer baskets; skim leaves, insects, and other debris from pool surface, clean pool wall tile or vinyl at water line with a tile and vinyl cleaner.
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Every Two Weeks (Minimum)
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1.Take a water sample to your pool professional for a complete water analysis. Be sure to test these levels:
Alkalinity
Chlorine
PH Level
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Weekly (Minimum)
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1.Shock the pool with shock in the evening per label instructions. Shock restores the sparkle and sheen to the pool water as it destroys germs and burns away organic contaminants. Additional shock may be needed after a rainstorm, heavy bather lead or exceptionally hot weather.
2.The following morning, add maintenance does of Algaecide. |
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How To Secure A Water Sample
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| From the deep end of the, reach down to elbow depth (18”) and collect 8oz. of water in your water sample bottle or a clean plastic container. Take this water sample directly to your dealer. Based on the results of the water analysis, the dealer will advise you to achieve proper water balance and the protective chlorination level in your pool. |
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Why Balanced Water Is Important
Balanced water is held safely between two harmful extremes. If water falls out of balance on the low side, it becomes corrosive, attacking pool surface and equipment. If it should rise out of balance on the high side, there will be a tendency to form scale buildup, leaving unsightly deposits. Out of balance water can also cause skin and eye irritation, staining, cloudy water and it will interfere with the efficiency of sanitizers.
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Water Balance Factors pH
PH is the most important factor in water balance. When the pool’s pH is out of range, the water balance problems previously mentioned can begin immediately.
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| The pH range is used to measure the relative acid base of the water. The range is between 0 to 14, with a pH of 7 being neutral. Readings between 7.2 and 7.6 are considered acceptable for swimming pool water. |
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Total Alkalinity
Total Alkalinity (range 80-150 ppm) is a measure of the alkaline material dissolved in the water. The amount of this alkaline material in the water determines its ability to resist fluctuations in pH. If the Total Alkalinity is low, the result is “pH bounce”, meaning that the pH will tend to “bounce” in and out of range. If Total Alkalinity is too high, it becomes very difficult to make the needed pH adjustments.
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Calcium Hardness
Calcium Hardness (range 175-275 ppm) refers to the amount of dissolved minerals (mostly calcium carbonate) in water. A low Calcium Hardness can lead to corrosion of equipment or the etching of a plaster finish. A Calcium Hardness level that is too high causes cloudy water and scaling.
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Why Stabilizer Is Important
With out stabilizer, the sun’s rays would quickly destroy the chlorine in your pool. Stabilizer acts such as a “sun shield” to extend the life of chlorine up to 3-1/2 times. Your dealer will tell you how much stabilizer to add to your newly opened pool. You should start by raising it to a minimum level of 40ppm. Afterwards, simply use stabilized chlorine to maintain sufficient stabilizer levels. |
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Water Color Adjustment
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Alkalinity Plus
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Calcium Hardness
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Chlorine Stabilizer
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Stains, corrosion and scale are problems not restricted to the swimming season. By using the right products and following the simple procedures below, you can protect your pool during the cold winter weather. Climates vary, so be sure to ask your dealer about specific winterizing instructions for your area.
1.Take a winter sample to your dealer for a complete water analysis. Follow your dealer’s instructions to balance the water as needed.
2. Clean the pool by brushing the walls, skimming the water surface and vacuuming the pool bottom. Clean pool wall tile and vinyl with cleaner. Empty pump and skimmer baskets.
3.Clean or backwash the filter according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
4.Protect your pool water using shock per label instructions. Run the pump for several hours to disperse the product thoroughly. |
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5.Protect your pool against algae with the addition of Algaecide per label instructions. Then add Sequesterant per label instructions and continue to run pump for several hours to disperse throughout.
6.Lower the water in the pool down to the level recommended by the manufacturer for winterizing.
7.Drain water from equipment such as a pump, filter, heater, chlorinator, hoses and pipes as per manufacturer’s recommendations. Ask your dealer if you should protect the pipes and equipment with a non-toxic, swimming poll antifreeze. Ladders, chlorinator (if off-line model), pump and skimmer baskets should be stored.
8.Cover the pool using a well-designed quality winter cover to prevent leaves, dirt and debris from accumulating in the pool.
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How often should Total Alkalinity be tested?
About twice monthly.
How much “Free Chlorine” is needed?
1.0 to 3.0ppm is recommended.
How often should I test for “Free Chlorine”?
Daily is recommended, or at least 2-3 times per week.
How often should I check my pool’s pH?
Daily is recommended, or at least 2-3 times per week.
What is the recommended range for pH?
For maximum swimmer comfort and chlorine effectiveness, 7.2 to 7.8 is recommended.
Why are other methods more expensive, and less reliable then the constant rate feeder method?
Skimmer feeding and enclosed pressure feeders allow water to cover and begin dissolving virtually all lead tablets or sticks at once. Initially the feed rate may be more than needed. Then the rate drops lower and lower until more product is added to restart the declining cycle.
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How do constant rate feeders save me time and money?
A constant rate feeder controls the water level to prevent the water from dissolving more than small portion of the chlorinated contents at one time. The remaining chlorinated tablets are stored high and dry until needed.
What is the recommended range for Total Alkalinity?
With stabilized chlorine use 100 to 150ppm. With unstabilized chlorine use 80 to 120ppm.
If swimmer gets eye burn and the pool had a “chlorine” odor, have I added too much chlorine?
No, this indicates a need for more chlorine (a shock treatment)… not less! Free chlorine is odorless.
Is there a fast way to remove algae once it’s dead?
Yes, use Floc as directed to settle any dead algae to pool bottom for easy removal.
How can I help prevent algae from occurring?
Keep free chlorine levels between 1.0-3.0ppm and begin an algaecide maintenance program.
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Causes Of Cloudy Water
Contaminant build-up? – Swimmer wastes and other contaminants build up result in Combined Chlorine. Now it’s time to shock the pool.
Chemical Residue? – Have you used an unstabilized chlorine as a primary sanitizer? Switch to stabilizing chlorines. They are all 100% soluble and leave no residues.
Water out of balance? – Take a water sample to your professional dealer. A high pH, Total Alkalinity or high Calcium Hardness with cause cloudy water.
Algae? – Algae is a possible cause for cloudy water.
Metals? – Your pool dealer can test for metals in your pool’s water.
Pool Filtration? – Are you running your pump a sufficient number of hours? Check to see that your system is operating properly. Backwash the filter if needed.
Un-filterable Particles? – Particles that are too small to be taken out in normal filtration are a very common cause for dull, cloudy water.
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Never mix different types of chlorine.
Never mix chemicals together. Add them to the pool separately
Do not use quantities in excess of the recommended dosage on the label. After shock treating, you must wait until the free available chlorine residual is at the level recommended by the label instructions.
Keep all chemicals out of the reach of children.
Containers should always be kept closed when not in use.
Do not use contents of unlabeled containers.
Never add water to chemicals. Always add chemicals to water.
Wash out the container when empty; then dispose of it according to the directions on the label.
Wash your hands thoroughly after handling the chemicals.
Use a separate clean plastic measuring cup for each chemical. |
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