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Filtration/Circulation Basic Pool Maintenance Swimming Pool Water Chemistry & Ways to make your pool care easier, and to save you money!
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Circulation & Filtration Cleaning Chemistry
Circulation Common Pool & Spa Circulation System
Circulation Common Pool Equipment System
Circulation
Keep the water moving! Circulation: Moves water through the filter trapping dirt and contaminants. Evenly distributes chemicals. Reduces/Eliminates dead spots. Point return jets downward and away from the nearest skimmer Run the pump 10 to 12 hours per day minimum. Industry standards recommend a maximum turnover time of 12 hours for inground pools.
Circulation Running my pump 12 hours a day is expensive! It is true that for most of us, running a pump 12 hours a day can cost $100 a month or more in electrical use Running less will cause an increase in chemical demand which likely offsets any electrical savings How much is it worth to have a pool that’s always ready when you want to enjoy it?
We have products available that can help you save money every day on electrical consumption and actually increase your pool’s circulation!
Energy Saving, Energy Star Rated, Variable Speed Pumps
Circulation www.PentairPool.com
Circulation
Circulation
$50 Pentair Rebate on Superflo VS Pumps $100 Pentair Rebate on Intelliflo VSF Pumps
Filtration Microns In swimming pools and spas, we refer to ‘microns’ relative to filtering ability of different types of filtering media One micron = One Millionth of a Meter Table salt = 90 to 100 micron Human hair = 70 microns Pollen spores = 10 to 100 microns Algae is 5 microns and smaller 20 microns is considered the smallest visible to the naked eye
Filtration All filters have a pressure gauge that indicates the current system pressure
Filtration Anatomy of a Sand Filter Dirty water from the pool Clean water back to the pool Sand filter bed retains debris
Sand filters trap particles between 20 and 50 microns in size
Sand retention laterals
Sand filters need to be backwashed, then rinsed, when the pressure increases by 8 to 10 pounds above its ‘Clean pressure’, should be chemically cleaned at the end of each season, and the sand replaced every 5 years.
Filtration Anatomy of a Grid Style Diatomaceous Earth Filter DE filters trap particles around 3 microns in size
Grid DE filters need to be backwashed, rinsed, then recoated with DE, when the pressure increases by 8 to 10 pounds above its ‘Clean pressure’, and should be chemically cleaned at least once a season, typically at the end.
Filtration Anatomy of a Finger or Flex Tube Style Diatomaceous Earth Filter DE filters trap particles around 3 microns in size DE on the flex tubes retains debris
Flex tube DE filters need to be ‘Bumped’, ‘backwashed’, then recoated with new DE, when the pressure increases by 8 to 10 pounds above their ‘Clean pressure’, and should be chemically cleaned at least once a season, typically at the end.
Filtration Anatomy of a Cartridge Filter Cartridge filters trap particles between 7 and 10 microns in size Cartridge filters should run until the pressure increases by 5 to 7 pounds above their ‘Clean pressure’, then the cartridges are removed from the tank and cleaned. The cartridges should be chemically cleaned at least once a season, typically at the end.
Dirty water from the pool Clean water back to the pool
Our Clean & Clear 420 cartridge filter is one of the easiest filters a pool owner could want!
Filtration The importance of a chemically clean filter Filters are required to perform an important task: the removal of small, suspended materials, e.g., dust, pollen, dead algae, etc. from the pool water. These accumulate on filter media and are backwashed to waste, or in cartridge filters, hosed off to remove them . Oil, grease and other insolubles that accumulate are not easily backwashed or hosed off from filters. All filter media types should be chemically cleaned to completely remove these accumulations so the filter can operate at peak efficiency. Filter Cleanse, Filter Fresh, Power Blue and Pleatco Filter Wash Tablets are all excellent products for chemically cleaning different types of filters! We also provide services for cleaning filters… let us do the work so you don’t have to!
Cleaning Good Pool Maintenance is like Good Housekeeping! Just like your house, car, or boat, to help keep your pool in tip top shape, it needs routine cleaning. Brush side walls and pool bottom regularly.
Especially Dead Spots!
Empty skimmer and pump baskets as needed. Vacuum debris from pool at least once weekly.
Cleaning Tools to help! We have all kinds of tools and gadgets to make your routine maintenance easier! Skimmer Angel handles rise above the creepy crawlies and guck that can cover normal skimmer handles
Wall Whale makes brushing 10X easier!
Automatic vacuums like our Dolphin Robotic, Pentair Racer, Polaris TR35P and Polaris 3900 do the work so you don’t have to!
Cleaning The Water’s Surface is a Pool’s Source of almost ALL of its contamination Ensure that your pool is skimming properly to quickly filter out those contaminants and to greatly reduce debris that settles in the pool. Manually skim the surface as needed – Especially those dead spots! Monitor your filter pressure – make sure your gauge works! Chemically clean your filter at least once a season, or as needed Sunscreen, oils and other organic debris builds up along the waterline of all swimming pools. This buildup: Harbors bacteria Is unsightly. Can accelerate wear to vinyl liners, grout, paint. Clean the waterline routinely to remove buildup.
Cleaning Products to help with skimming, cleaning and preventing waterline buildup Skimmer Support Clarifier
Reduces the water's surface tension to allow floating debris to drop to the pool bottom to be vacuumed away Works immediately Helps reduce scum line buildup Aids in skimmer efficiency
Cleaning Products to help with skimming, cleaning and preventing waterline buildup Natural Clear
ďƒ˜Contains enzymes that rid pools of the organic waste that causes scum lines, filter clogging and cloudy water. ďƒ˜Increases filter life span by eliminating scum and oily buildup.
Cleaning Products to help with skimming, cleaning and preventing waterline buildup TLC
A surface cleaner that removes oil, grime and mineral scale from common pool surfaces such as tile, vinyl and concrete. Its thick, concentrated formula clings to upright surfaces longer for more effective cleaning power. Safe for all pools, including vinyl
Cleaning Products to help with skimming, cleaning and preventing waterline buildup SR3 Scale Remover
Cleans calcium carbonate and hard water deposits Thick, fast acting formula clings to vertical surfaces Safe for regular maintenance on all types of pool tile (Not meant for vinyl pools)
Cleaning Products to help with skimming, cleaning and preventing waterline buildup Surface Magic
A time-saving highly effective way to remove debris from your pool water surface. When used as directed, Surface Magic will quickly clear your pool water’s surface of dirt, grass clippings, leaves, oils, bugs, and other floating debris, making clean up easy.
Cleaning Products to help with skimming, cleaning and preventing waterline buildup Scum Bug
Absorbs 40 times its weight in body oils and suntan lotions. Also loves pollen! Placed in the skimmer & when saturated, squeeze out, clean and reuse! Improves filtration helps to eliminate the formation of a scum line.
Cleaning Products to help with skimming, cleaning and preventing waterline buildup Filter Saver Socks
ďƒ˜ Made from durable elastic and ultrafine nylon mesh ďƒ˜ Acts as a net to attract and trap leaves, grass, hair, scum, oil, pine needles, pollen, bugs, and other debris, preventing them from clogging your pool's filtration system
Chemical Balance The importance of proper chemical balance:
Swimmer and soaker comfort. Protects pool and spa surfaces and equipment. Keeps water sparkling and clear. Reduces maintenance and operating costs. Inhibits the growth of algae.
The ABC’s of Proper Water Balance: A. Total Alkalinity (TA) B. pH C. Calcium Hardness (CA) D. Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) E. CYA in Chlorine and Salt Pools F. Water Temperature Langelier Saturation Index = Corrosiveness or Scale Forming potential of the water
Chemical Balance Water Testing There are many products available to test pool water:
Chemical Balance Water Testing There are many products available to test pool water: ďƒź Test Strips that provide basic information
Chemical Balance Water Testing There are many products available to test pool water: ďƒź Test Strips that provide basic information ďƒź Test Strips that provide more information
Chemical Balance Water Testing There are many products available to test pool water: Test Strips that provide basic information Test Strips that provide more information Test Strips for specific information, like salt levels
Chemical Balance Water Testing There are many products available to test pool water: Test Strips that provide basic information Test Strips that provide more information Test Strips for specific information, like salt levels or Baquacil
Chemical Balance Water Testing There are many products available to test pool water: Test Strips that provide basic information Test Strips that provide more information Test Strips for specific information, like salt levels or Baquacil Basic OTO Drop kits
Chemical Balance Water Testing There are many products available to test pool water: Test Strips that provide basic information Test Strips that provide more information Test Strips for specific information, like salt levels or Baquacil Basic OTO Drop kits Better DPD Drop Kits
Chemical Balance Water Testing There are many products available to test pool water: Test Strips that provide basic information Test Strips that provide more information Test Strips for specific information, like salt levels or Baquacil Basic OTO Drop kits Better DPD Drop Kits And If you want to test almost everything Complete DPD Drop Kits
Chemical Balance Water Testing There are many products available to test pool water: Test Strips that provide basic information Test Strips that provide more information Test Strips for specific information, like salt levels or Baquacil Basic OTO Drop kits Better DPD Drop Kits And If you want to test almost everything Complete DPD Drop Kits Whatever method you prefer, it’s important to test your water routinely!
Chemical Balance Water Testing Follow directions for your kit or strips – they do vary! Test strips have expiration dates Replace drop kit reagents every spring Make sure you have the right reagents for your drop kit Replace old, faded color comparators
Replace stained or foggy test vials
Chemical Balance Water Testing High chlorine, sometimes at as little as 5.0 ppm, can bleach out some test strips and drop kit reagents, giving false readings. Compare test strip colors in good lighting, and don’t wait too long as the colors will fade When using a drop kit, hold the reagent bottles vertically when adding drops… droplet size can be reduced if holding the bottle at an angle. When using a drop kit, always have your light source behind you as you look at the comparator. Don’t hold it up to the sun or a light. Try to put something white behind the comparator.
Chemical Balance Water Testing Bring a water sample to All Seasons at least once a week in season, or more often when you’re first opening your pool, or if you’re having issues, to have our professionally trained staff perform a free water test and give recommendations!
Chemical Balance Total Alkalinity (TA): Water Balance Factor Definition: Total Alkalinity is a measure of the ability of water to resist change or fluctuations of pH. A pool or spa’s exposure to bathers, environmental factors, plus the addition of chlorine and maintenance products will affect the pH. Think of it as an anchor that prevents the pH from drifting up or down.
Chemical Balance Total Alkalinity (TA): Water Balance Factor
If TA is too high: Possible scale formation pH tends to drift upward Cloudy/hazy water
If TA is too low: Possible corrosion pH very hard to maintain, aka “pH bounce” Stains
Always adjust the TA before adjusting the pH.
Chemical Balance Total Alkalinity (TA): Water Balance Factor Ideal Alkalinity ranges: All Spas: 60 to 150 BAQUACIL® pools: 60 to 150 Chlorinated pools: 60 to 150 Saltwater Chlorinated Pools 40 to 150
Chemical Balance Total Alkalinity (TA): Water Balance Factor Increasing Total Alkalinity: Test TA before making any additions. Read label directions and precautions. Carefully measure prescribed dosage from label chart; 1.5# of TA Increaser/10,000 gals. raises TA 10 ppm. DO NOT PREMIX – add directly into pool. Run pump continuously for 24 hours. Retest after 12 hours of circulation; adjust if needed.
Chemical Balance Total Alkalinity (TA): Water Balance Factor Decreasing Total Alkalinity: Muriatic Acid is used to reduce alkalinity. Add product to one spot in deepest part of pool. It can etch decking, damage clothing and irritate skin if spilled on it. Retest after 12 hours of circulation; adjust if needed.
Chemical Balance pH: Water Balance Factor Definition: pH is the measurement of the acidity or basicity of an aqueous (water) solution.
In Nature: • A pH value above 7.0 = basic • A pH value below 7.0 = acidic • A pH value of 7.0 = neutral
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14.0
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Milk, Rain, Vinegar, Lemon juice, Carbonated beverages, Urine
Sea water, Human tears, Baking soda solution, Liquid Bleach, Ammonia, Lye
Chemical Balance pH: Water Balance Factor Definition: pH is the measurement of the acidity or basicity of an aqueous (water) solution.
The pH of the our tears is about 7.3 to 7.4.
Chemical Balance pH: Water Balance Factor What lowers pH?
What raises pH? • • • • • • • •
Swimmer waste Algae growth Aeration (spa blowers) pH Increaser TA Increaser Liquid Chlorine Salt/Chlorine Endure® Product
• • • • •
Rain – usually acidic Organic swimmer waste Liquid/Muriatic Acid pH Decreaser Most Tablet or Stick Chlorine • Granular Chlorine • Floc compounds
Chemical Balance pH: Water Balance Factor What lowers pH? Raindrops are normally slightly acidic (the national average is about 6.0) due to the presence of carbon dioxide, which is an acidic gas. Chief meteorologist at WGN-TV, Tom Skilling, reports that the pH of rainfall in west-suburban Streamwood ". . . is all over the place" during the course of a year, but on balance our rainfall is more acidic than the national average. Our June and August rainfall is most acidic, pH about 4.65, possibly because of farm spraying of fertilizer and herbicides. At other times during the year it varies from about 4.79 to 5.68.
Chemical Balance pH: Water Balance Factor
What effect does the pH have on the water, pool and spa? If the pH is too LOW – below 7.2:
If the pH is too HIGH – above 7.8:
Water becomes corrosive and will etch plaster finish, corrode metals and equipment. Heaters develop leaks! Bather discomfort, e.g. eye burn, skin irritation Staining due to corrosion Vinyl liner degradation - wrinkles, puckering, cracking, tearing, fading
Scale forms on finish and in heaters Bather discomfort, e.g., dry, itchy skin Water appears flat, cloudy and dull Chlorine’s ability to sanitize is greatly reduced
Chemical Balance pH: Water Balance Factor
What seems like a small increase of 7.8 to 8.0 reduces the effectiveness of chlorine to 21.5%
Chemical Balance pH: Water Balance Factor Ideal pH ranges: All Spas: 7.4 to 7.6 BAQUACIL® pools: 7.2 to 7.8 Chlorinated pools: 7.4 to 7.6 Saltwater Chlorinated Pools 7.4 to 7.6
IMPORTANT! pH measurement is a logarithmic scale. That means that a pH 6.0 is 10x more acid than 7.0. A pH of 5.0 is 10x more acid than 6.0 or 10 x 10 = 100x more acid than 7.0! The pH is rarely “…just a little off.”
Chemical Balance pH: Water Balance Factor Correcting pH Imbalance When adding pH adjustment products: Make sure your Alkalinity is balanced first! Test pH first – don’t guess! Read product label and precautions. Carefully measure needed product. DO NOT PRE-MIX – add directly to pool. Scatter over deep end or return inlets; brush residual. Run pump 10 to 12 hours. Test after circulating for 12 hours; repeat if needed.
Chemical Balance Calcium Hardness(CH): Water Balance Factor Definition: The level of Calcium and Magnesium dissolved in the water.
• Water is a universal solvent. • It dissolves elements and minerals as it makes its way into our water supply. • Given enough time motion, water will dissolve anything.
Chemical Balance Calcium Hardness(CH): Water Balance Factor The ideal range of CH in a swimming pool is: Paint or Plaster: 200 - 275 ppm Vinyl: 200 – 250 ppm Spas: 200 – 400 ppm Water that is low in calcium hardness is defined as “soft”. Water that is high in calcium hardness is defined as “hard”.
Chemical Balance Calcium Hardness(CH): Water Balance Factor
If CH is too high: High potential for scale Water may appear cloudy or hazy
If CH is too low: Water will be corrosive It etches grout & plaster Water may tend to foam
Chicago tap water tends to have a Calcium Hardness level of about 100 ppm which needs to be raised when used in pools!
Chemical Balance Calcium Hardness(CH): Water Balance Factor
Increasing CH in a swimming pool: Add proper dosage. 1# of increaser/10,000 gals. raises CH by 10 ppm. If addition is greater than 50 ppm, divide dosage into thirds and allow 4 – 6 hours between additions
Chemical Balance Calcium Hardness(CH): Water Balance Factor Decreasing and/or Controlling Calcium Hardness: The only way to reduce calcium in a pool is to drain portions of the water and refill with source water of a lower calcium level. All Seasons has many products to help alleviate the effects of pools that have high calcium levels.
Chemical Balance Calcium Hardness(CH): Water Balance Factor Sequa-Sol® and Super Sequa-Sol ® sequestering agents hold iron, manganese, copper and calcium in solution so they do not react with other elements in the water. It prevents staining, scale and rust on pool equipment, pipes and fittings.
Protects pool equipment and surfaces from stains, scale and rust Compatible with chlorine, bromine, biguanide, ozone and salt water sanitizing systems
Chemical Balance Calcium Hardness(CH): Water Balance Factor The Magenta Stuff Fast-acting and long-lasting, this great product helps removes stains & scale and protects all pool finishes from staining & scaling. This product is GREAT FOR START UPS; it helps control plaster dust. Highly effective in all pool sanitizer systems including salt chlorine generators,
The Magenta Stuff cleans and helps prevent scaling of salt cells, helping to extend cell life
Chemical Balance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) : Water Balance Factor Total Dissolved Solids: The amount of residue that would remain if all the water was evaporated. TDS: Cannot be removed by filtration Affects clarity, taste and bather comfort
Contributes to waterline buildup
Chemical Balance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) : Water Balance Factor
Acceptable range
3000 2750 2500 2250 2000 1750 1500 1250 1000 750 500 250 -0-
Dilute 33% to 50% of the water; may be accomplished through extended backwashing.
TDS should never exceed 2000 ppm above your source (Fill/makeup) water.
Chemical Balance Damage from unbalanced water
New heat exchanger Effects of low pH, low alkalinity or low calcium hardness
Chemical Balance Damage from unbalanced water Effects of low pH, low alkalinity or low calcium hardness
Irreversible puckers in liners
Chemical Balance Damage from unbalanced water Effects of low pH, low alkalinity or low calcium hardness
Irreversible pits and wearing of paint and plaster
Chemical Balance Damage from unbalanced water
New heat exchanger Effects of high pH, high alkalinity or high calcium hardness
Chemical Balance Damage from unbalanced water Effects of high pH, high alkalinity or high calcium hardness
Scale buildup on tile
Chemical Balance Damage from unbalanced water Effects of high pH, high alkalinity or high calcium hardness
Scale buildup on tile and plaster
Chemical Balance
Clean, Clear & Sanitized Water
Sanitizers The Importance of Sanitary Water
Sanitizers The Importance of Sanitary Water
Bacillus on a sponge
Staph on a human cheek
Some bacterial organisms that can be found in swimming pools and spas.
Bacteria feeding
Streptococcus on a filter
Sanitizers The Importance of Sanitary Water Bacterial contaminations can cause: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Urinary tract infections. Respiratory infections (Legionella pneumophila). Dermatitis: itchy, irritated skin. Soft tissue infections. Swimmer’s Ear: (Otitis externa): very painful. Infected hair follicles (Pseudomonas folliculitis). In extreme cases fatalities have occurred.
Sanitizers Chlorine Based Sanitizers Why chlorine? 1. It’s very effective! 2. Registered and regulated by the EPA. 3. Ideal range is only 2.0 to 4.0 ppm FAC. 4. Numerous “delivery” systems. 5. Safe when used per label directions. 6. Available as stabilized and unstabilized. 7. Good value for the consumer.
Sanitizers Chlorine Based Sanitizers
1.0 to 1.5 ppm of free available chlorine is lost every day due to UV light when stabilizer levels are at 50 ppm
Sanitizers Cyanuric Acid (Stabilizer) Cyanuric Acid is used to reduce the effects of ultraviolet light on the breakdown of chlorine in swimming pool water. Binding with free chlorine, the cyanuric acid releases the chlorine slowly, extending its time in the water. An ideal level in swimming pools is 30 to 50 ppm. Pools with salt/chlorine generators should have levels a little higher, between 50 and 80 ppm. If levels are 100ppm or more, chlorine becomes ‘Locked up’ and less effective.
Sanitizers Liquid Chlorine Liquid chlorine is a very inexpensive method of chlorinating a pool. Most commonly used for shock treating , it can be used as a daily source of sanitizer (Although not recommended). If used as the only chlorine source for a pool, add 36-64 ounces of this product per 10,000 gallons of pool water every day or as often as needed to maintain 2-4 ppm free available chlorine.
Has a pH of between 13 to 14 and causes pH to rise
Sanitizers Instant Clear Granules When using poolife速 Instant Clear速 Cleaning Granules Stabilized Chlorinator, shock treat at least once a week using poolife速 TurboShock速 shock treatment. Add 3-5 ounces of this product per 10,000 gallons of pool water every other day or as often as needed to maintain 2-4 ppm free available chlorine.
Has a pH of roughly 6.5 and causes pH to be reduced
Sanitizers Instant Clear Granules Instant Clear Granules are used in older Watermatic chlorine feeding systems
Has a pH of roughly 6.5 and causes pH to be reduced
Sanitizers 1” Cleaning Tablets
When using poolife® Cleaning Tablets Stabilized Chlorine, shock treat at least once a week using poolife® TurboShock® shock treatment.
Has a pH of roughly 3.0 and causes pH to be reduced
Sanitizers 1� Cleaning Tablets For best results add tablets to a new, clean floater or automatic feeder and adjust to maintain 2-4 ppm free available chlorine..
Has a pH of roughly 3.0 and causes pH to be reduced
Sanitizers MPT Extra 3” Tablets When using poolife® MPT Extra® 3” Stabilized Chlorine Tablets, shock treat at least once a week using poolife® TurboShock® shock treatment. A unique, all-in-one technology that sanitizes, prevents algae, staining and scaling and clarifies and softens pool water.
Has a pH of roughly 3.0 and causes pH to be reduced
Sanitizers MPT Extra 3� Tablets For best results add tablets to a new, clean floater or automatic feeder and adjust to maintain 2-4 ppm free available chlorine..
Has a pH of roughly 3.0 and causes pH to be reduced
Sanitizers NST Tablets NSTÂŽ is an alternative to 3" tablets and does not contain cyanuric acid. Perfect for use in a skimmer, this product will destroy bacteria and organic contaminants without overstabilizing your pool water or adding additional cyanuric acid to your water.
Each tablet will continuously sanitize your pool in the skimmer for up to one week!
Has a pH of roughly 12.0 and causes pH to be increased
Sanitizers NST Tablets For best results add tablets to your pool skimmer, adjusting quantity of tablets and pump run time to maintain 2-4 ppm free available chlorine. Not for use in floater or automatic feeder .
Has a pH of roughly 12.0 and causes pH to be increased
Sanitizers Brite Stix When using poolife® Brite Stix® Stabilized Chlorine sticks, shock treat once a week using poolife® TurboShock® shock treatment.
Brite Stix® sanitize, control algae and clarify water with a controlled delivery system for brilliant protection and clarity that won’t dissolve in a matter of days. 1 stick per 5,000 gallons of pool water
Has a pH of roughly 3.0 and causes pH to be reduced
Sanitizers Brite Stix Add Brite Stix to your pool skimmer, adjusting quantity of tablets and pump run time to maintain 2-4 ppm free available chlorine. Not for use in floater or automatic feeder .
Has a pH of roughly 3.0 and causes pH to be reduced
Sanitizers Salt/Chlorine Generators Salt/Chlorine generators convert sodium chloride, in conjunction with the hydrogen and oxygen that make up water, to create hypochlorous acid and sodium hypochlorite, the sanitizing components of chlorine that are otherwise added to pools in the form of liquid, granular, or tablet chlorine.
Pool salt (Essentially food grade table salt) is added to the pool water once to build a salt level in the water of typically between 3000 ppm and 4000 ppm.
Has a pH of between 13 to 14 and causes pH to rise
Sanitizers Salt/Chlorine Generators Important attention to chemical levels for salt pools that might differ from other types of chlorinated pools: Alkalinity 40 to 150ppm pH 7.4 to 7.6 Stabilizer 50 to 80 ppm Chlorine 2.0 to 4.0ppm not higher than 5.0ppm Adjust pH down using muriatic acid instead of granular pH reducer/ph minus Shock the pool using Shoxidizer or liquid chlorine
Has a pH of between 13 to 14 and causes pH to rise
Sanitizers Salt/Chlorine Generators
Most systems do not operate when the water is below 65 degrees. During the times of cold water, use Brite Stix to provide chlorine for the pool.
Sanitizers Salt/Chlorine Generators When water is cold, salt systems, as well as chemical tests, commonly report the salt level of the water lower than it actually is.
Wait until your water is above 65 degrees before testing and adjusting salt levels. The only way to remove salt if you add to much is to drain out some water and refill.
Has a pH of between 13 to 14 and causes pH to rise
Sanitizers Salt/Chlorine Generators Typically you increase or decrease the production of chlorine as needed by changing the ‘Percentage of feed’ on the salt system. Adjustments to the amount of time your pump runs will also affect the amount of chlorine that is produced. If your salt system is connected to a chemical control system, like Intellichem, you will change the chlorine production by adjusting your ORP set point, as well as pump run times.
Has a pH of between 13 to 14 and causes pH to rise
Sanitizers Salt/Chlorine Generators Typically you increase or decrease the production of chlorine as needed by changing the ‘Percentage of feed’ on the salt system. Adjustments to the amount of time your pump runs will also affect the amount of chlorine that is produced. If your salt system is connected to a chemical control system, like Intellichem, you will change the chlorine production by adjusting your ORP set point, as well as pump run times.
Sanitizers Salt/Chlorine Generators Add Cell Extend •Add monthly – If you are well water, then add weekly! •Extends the life of a salt chlorine generator cell •Prevents scale buildup •Protects pool surfaces from staining •Maximizes chlorine generation
Sanitizers Salt/Chlorine Generators Add Cell Extend Monthly •Prevents scale buildup
Sanitizers Salt/Chlorine Generators Inspect and clean salts cells regularly
Instructions from many manufacturers are available at
www.aspools.com/salt-cell-cleaning
Shock When and why should I shock?
Shock When and why should I shock? When ammonia and nitrogen are introduced into a pool, they react with the good, ‘Free’ chlorine in the water and form ‘Combined chlorine’. Combined chlorine can cause a pool to be cloudy, creates the chlorine smell that some people incorrectly think indicates there’s too much chlorine in a pool, and it can irritate skin and eyes. Shocking a pool removes combined chlorine. Mathematically and chemically, ‘Shocking’ is the addition of free chlorine to reach what’s known as Breakpoint Chlorination. Breakpoint chlorination occurs when free chlorine is added at a rate of 10 times the amount of the combined chlorine level that is in the pool.
If your goal is to have a trouble free pool, you should shock your pool at least once a week as a routine.
Shock When and why should I shock? Lightening releases nitrogen in the atmosphere that is carried down to our pools through wind and rain. Rain, even without lightening, can introduce other contaminants, washing them from plants, trees, decking, etc., into our pools, causing the same combined chlorine. Perspiration and urine contain ammonia. These contaminants create combined chlorine in our pools. Additional shocking should be performed any time that there has been a storm, or if you’ve found ‘Unwanted guests’, or presents, they may have left in your pool. Also shock as a preventative measure before, and/or after having a large number of swimmers.
Shock How do I shock, what should I use? There are a number of products available that are effective for shocking our pools. Which one to use often depends on other factors, such as • • • •
What type of routine chlorine do you use? Do you have an elevated cyanuric acid level? Are you going to want to swim soon after shocking? What is your free (Good) chlorine level and how much combined chlorine is there?
Shock Shoxidizer
Shoxidizer Ž is a quick dissolving shock designed to quickly boost free chlorine concentrations. Apply product when swimming pool is not in use. Swimming may resume as soon as 15 minutes after it’s added. A preferred product when a pool has a salt/chlorine generator, but can be used for any chlorine based pool.
Shock Oxybrite Oxy-Brite® non-chlorine shock oxidizer creates sparkling water and shock treats in one step. Containing DuPont™ Oxone®, a powerful oxygen-based oxidizer, its powerful formula rids pool water of contaminants that cause odor and irritation. It also brightens and clears the water with unique blue water brightening crystals. Apply product when swimming pool is not in use. Swimming may resume as soon as 15 minutes after it’s added Great for any type of pool.
Shock TurboShock poolife® TurboShock® shock treatment is a powerful treatment that works fast to combat algae and bacteria. It dissolves quickly and completely and keeps pool water sparkling clean and clear with less work. •Convenient 1# bags. •Shock treat at least once a week. •Good for all pool surfaces. •No need to predissolve.
Shock Liquid Chlorine Also referred to as ‘Pool Shock’ Available in different strengths, All Seasons offers the highest percentage of available chlorine that you can buy in one gallon packaging, 12.5%
Ready to use – No mixing is required Liquid chlorine does not increase cyanuric acid levels
Shock When and why should I use Algaecide? I don’t need it because I don’t have algae A real misconception that many pool owners have is that we only need to add algaecide to our pools if we see it has algae. The truth is that there’s always algae in pool water! Remember our earlier conversation about microns… algae spores are 5 microns and smaller, but we can only see 20 microns or larger!
Shock When and why should I use Algaecide? I don’t need it because I don’t have algae A real misconception that many pool owners have is that we only need to add algaecide to our pools if we see it has algae. The truth is that there’s always algae in pool water! Remember our earlier conversation about microns… algae spores are 5 microns and smaller, but we can only see 20 microns or larger!
Chlorine kills algae, so I don’t need it Another misconception. Chlorine at normal, swimmable levels is considered an algaestat, meaning it will help to control algae growth and reproduction, but chlorine doesn’t kill algae until it is at unsafe swimming levels of over 10 ppm!
Algaecides Kill Algae!
Shock When and why should I use Algaecide? Routinely
By adding algaecides routinely, preferably at the same time we are routinely shocking the pool, the algae will continually be killed off, keeping it under control, and at levels that it isn’t visible or harmful.
Algaecide Algimycin 2000 GLBŽ AlgimycinŽ 2000 algaecide kills, prevents and controls all algae types. A special wetting agent penetrates and kills algae cells, and prevents algae from being able to bond to the pool’s surface.
This nonmetallic, poly-complex formula gives fast and effective control with no foaming or staining. It also acts as a clarifier and filter aid by removing algae fast. Algimycin 2000 is compatible with chlorine, bromine, ozone, salt water pools, and biguanide sanitizers.
Algaecide Vanquish Although some refer to it as pink or white algae, what they are really dealing with is pink bacteria or white fungus/mold.
Algaecide Vanquish Although some refer to it as pink or white algae, what they are really dealing with is pink bacteria or white fungus. GLB VanquishÂŽ Deposit Control treats pink, white and clear deposits that accumulate on pool walls and in plumbing in any swimming pool. VanquishÂŽ is compatible with chlorine, bromine, ozone, salt water pools, and biguanide sanitizers.
Algaecide Endure Ultima® Endure® Water Conditioner is a multitasking pool product that clarifies and conditions pool water.
Its special formulation prevents also creates softerfeeling water with lots of sparkle that is gentle on swimmers’ hair and eyes, and most importantly, it prevents Algae growth. All Seasons offers an Algae Free Guaranty to pool owners who use this product and follow our prescribed water care methods.
Algaecide Endure Does the EndureÂŽ product work? it does! These six pools are located in central Ohio , uncovered all winter long.
Guess which pool was treated with the EndureÂŽ product?
Chemical Balance Endure FAQs When is the best time to begin using the Endure® product? At the start of the season to reduce sanitizer consumption,, help prevent algae, enhance water clarity. Can Endure® product be used with any pool water sanitizer? Yes. You may use Endure® with chlorine, bromine or PHMB. Does the Endure® product go away? Only through splash-out, drag-out, draining or backwashing. Test throughout the season and top up occasionally. Why do I have to adjust the pH after adding Endure® product? The pH of Endure® is 9.4 and therefore will raise the pH of the water.
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