What chemicals do I put in my pool when I first open it?
We recommend that you take an inventory of the following:
- Chlorine Tablets & Chlorine Stock.
- pH Increaser & Decreaser.
- Alkalinity & Calcium Increaser.
- Cyanuric Acid or Stabilizer.
- Algaecides, Clarifiers, Enzymes.
- Test Kit Reagents or Test Strips.
- Stain Removers.
Should I add shock or algaecide first?
While shocking and adding algaecide is effective in getting rid of algae, it should not be done together. This is because when you mix chlorine and algaecide together, it renders both of them useless. Hence, you should first shock the pool and wait for the chlorine levels to fall below 5 PPM.
When to fill a pool for the first time?
The following procedure should be used whenever a pool is being filled for the first time, refilled following maintenance or other major repair, or when restarting the pool for the swimming season. 1.
What should I test before adding fresh water to my Pool?
Before first filling a pool or adding substantial amounts of fresh water to the pool, either test the water using a good quality test kit or have it tested for pH, total alkalinity, calcium hardness and stain producing metals.
How long does it take for a pool pump to start?
Start the pump and filtration equipment and allow the water to circulate for 24 hours, if practical. This will assure that the sequestering agent and clarifier have been completely mixed in the water thus avoiding stain formation, cloudy or colored water.
What should I do if my horizon pool is full?
If the pool is already full, add the sequestering agent before any other steps are followed. This will tie up and inactivate any stain producing metals that may be in the fill or pool water. This should be done even if the water analysis did not show the presence of these metals in the water sample.
What should I do before starting my new pool?
Before start up! When starting in the spring, re-install pool components removed for the winter, close drain valves and refit drain plugs. 1. Make sure that you have chemicals at home. If you have left over chemicals from last year, use these first. 2.
Start the pump and filtration equipment and allow the water to circulate for 24 hours, if practical. This will assure that the sequestering agent and clarifier have been completely mixed in the water thus avoiding stain formation, cloudy or colored water.
What’s the best way to open an inground pool?
Opening an inground pool is easy. Follow a few easy steps and you’ll be perfecting your cannonball in no time! Step 1: Clean up debris and check for wear and tear. Before you open your pool, take some time to survey the area around your pool. Trim overgrown trees and hedges. Sweep away nearby leaves.
How often should you check your pool chemistry?
Do not let a month go by without checking your pool chemistry levels. Do not let a week go by without skimming it out after a rainfall. And do not let even a day go by if you are starting to notice significant algae blooms. The better you stay on top of keeping your pool clean, the less work it will be for you on a weekly basis!
