WATER QUALITY GUIDELINES
After totally cleaning and rinsing the pool, fill the SwimEx with water to the proper level. No
matter how you are going to treat (purify) the water, it must first be shocked with chemicals.
Even if you are using an ozonator, this must be done. We recommend using a dry/granular
chlorine, an algaecide, and a de-mineralizer.
During the filling process you will need to add three 1/2 cup measurements of chlorine (1 1/2
cups total). The first time is when you begin filling the unit. Allow the water to rise
approximately 2" above the floor, and then spread the first 1/2 cup of chlorine over the water.
When the unit is halfway filled, spread the second 1/2 cup of chlorine. The third 1/2 cup is
spread when the unit is filled to the proper level. You should now have 1-1/2 cups of
dry/granular chlorine in your unit.
After the unit is filled, add the algaecide per directions on the container. Add the
de-mineralizer per directions on the container. Now, run your filter system for 48 hours.
After the filter has been on for 48 hours you need to:
1) Adjust your PH. The PH should always be between 7.2 - 7.6 (Ideal 7.4).
2) Clean your filter.
Now test the "total alkalinity" of the water. You should take a sample of the water to a local
pool store for this analysis. The total alkalinity should be in the 100-120 ppm range. If it is
not, ask your local pool company what kind of chemicals to put in the water, and the
amounts of each needed to bring the total alkalinity to the appropriate range. Test yearly.
Keeping the total alkalinity in the proper range will also help to stabilize your PH.
Normal water maintenance begins after the 48 hour filter period. The following is a guideline to
keep your water clean and sparkling:
NOTE: THESE ARE GUIDELINES ONLY! Local water conditions, swimmer
usage, temperature and other factors may require variations in your water
maintenance. We also recommend having a local swimming pool maintenance
company on file, in case you experience difficulty in maintaining your water quality.
If you are using an ozonator, follow the manufacturer's start-up and water preparation guidelines.
In most cases, a chemical to "de-mineralize" the water is recommended by the manufacturer. The
Aqua-Doc also does this, but over a long period of time (2-3 weeks). If you are not using ozone,
check with your local chemical supplier for proper amounts, levels, testing procedures, etc.,
