Swimming Pool Tips
Start-up and Yearly Maintenance
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Make sure the pool has adequate circulation. The pool
water must completely circulate through the pump and
filter at least 1 to 2 times per day. This usually requires 8
to 12 hours. Check with your dealer for the proper circulation
time for your pool.
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If your fill water is high in metals, use a sequestering agent
or metal out product at start-up only before using the POOL
FROG
®
Mineral Reservoir. See your local dealer for details
on using these products and always follow manufacturers
directions carefully.
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Check the pool's filter gauge often and periodically clean
filter per the manufacturer's directions. A dirty filter will slow
the flow of water which could hamper proper circulation.
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After your pool is up and running
smoothly, continue to test your
water for pH, total alkalinity and
chlorine and maintain its balance
by adding any necessary
adjustment products (see your
dealer for details).
Water Balance Guidelines
pH:
7.2 – 7.8
Total Alkalinity:
60 – 120 ppm
Calcium Hardness:
150 – 400
Total Dissolved Solids:
<1500
Stabilizer:
20 – 80 ppm
Free Chlorine:
0.5 – 1.0 ppm
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Before beginning with any pool care program, you must
first balance your pool water. Take a water sample to your
local pool professional or use a complete test kit that will
test for the following important elements.
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