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Metal removers, sequestering agents and some stain removers conflict with ClearBlue. If one of
these products is used, it will remove the ClearBlue minerals and neutralize minerals for up to 6
weeks. Unplug or power off the ClearBlue controller for at least 4 weeks after using these products
to prevent unnecessary wear to the cell.
Water Parameters
For the best results, maintain the water parameters in the following ranges.
Apart from the copper and low level of chlorine, the water parameters below are standard for any
pool or hot tub.
Parameter
Range
Notes
Copper
0.2
–
0.4ppm
Once 0.2ppm is reached, test for copper every two weeks
pH
7.2
–
7.6
pH out of range will cause the water to feel harsh
Alkalinity
80
–
120ppm
Calcium
200
–
400ppm
Calcium below 200ppm will cause etching to pool surfaces
and equipment; Calcium above 400ppm can lead to scaling
TDS
500
–
2,000ppm
Phosphates
<100ppb
It is critical to keep phosphates low to ensure maximize the
life of the mineral cells and minimize chlorine/bromine usage
Chlorine
0.5
–
1ppm
Chlorine should be 1
–
3ppm until copper reaches 0.2ppm
Regular Water Maintenance
For your pool water to look, feel and smell the best, it is important to maintain a low level of chlorine or
bromine and oxidize regularly.
We recommend using one 3” chlorine or bromine per week and oxidizing with a chlorine or non
-
chlorine shock once per week.
Adding an inline chlorine reservoir to your filtration system is a low-cost way to minimize the
chlorine maintenance. Simply fill the reservoir with chlorine or bromine tablets and set the setting
to 25% of maximum. Check weekly to make sure there are still tablets inside.
Using a non-chlorine shock once per week is a fast and easy way to keep lotions, sunscreens, and
organic material from building up in the water.
