Preparing your Pool for the Summer Properly
swimming pool
Follow these steps to ensure proper pool maintenance and an enjoyable summer.
1. Remove, clean and store pool cover with cover cleaner deodorizer and perform housekeeping chores such as brushing, vacuuming. The Pool Buster is a easy way to start the vacuuming & cleaning process. Empty the skimmer baskets of dirt and debris.
2. Water level should always be approximately half way up the skimmer opening. If you need to add water use a Hayward Bobby Disposable Filter for fill hose to take out any metal in the water.
3. Prepare equipment, following manufacturer’s recommendations.
4. Balance water by taking 1 quart of pool water to your professional swimming pool water-testing dealer for a complete water analysis. Make sure to have the CHLORINE STABILIZER checked. Follow the dealer’s instructions for balancing the water.
5. Remove organic waste with 1 lb. of shock per 10,000 gallons. Note: shock should be pre-dissolved in a clean plastic bottle of water at a ratio of no more than 1 lb. per 1 gallon of water. Slowly pour into pool around edges.
6. Prevent algae by adding an initial dose of Algae preventative, 1 quart per 25,000 gallons
7. Continuous disinfection. Regular sanitation consists of using Chlorinating 1″ or 3″ tablets in your automatic chlorinator. AT ALL TIMES, maintain a free chlorine level of at least 1.0 ppm, to continuously kill bacteria.
Popularity: 25% [?]
About the Author: 
