• 4) “Shock” (Super chlorinator): Eliminates certain organic and other combination compounds that can affect water clarity.
•
In order to obtain specific details on the use of chemicals, please consult a local pool retailer and provide them with the volume of water in your
specific pool, and if desired, a sample of your pool water. This will enable them to properly instruct you on: 1) which chemicals to purchase, 2)
what quantities of chemicals to purchase, and 3) how to use specific chemicals safely and effectively.
• B:
Never let chlorine come into direct contact with the pool liner until it has completely dissolved. This means that granular or tabulated chlorine
is first dissolved in a bucket of water before applying to pool water, and likewise, liquid chlorine is slowly and evenly poured into pool water from
various locations around the pool perimeter.
•
DANGER
:
NEVER
add water to chemicals.
INSTEAD
, always add chemicals to water. Also, never mix separate chemicals together, rather, add
chemicals to the pool separately and allow them to circulate throughout the pool before adding additional types of chemicals.
• C:
We recommend that you purchase a Dellonda test kit (pool Starter Kit: Model no.
DL63
and Test Strips: Model no.
DL32
test kit) and frequently
test your pool water to make sure that your
PH
balance and chlorine levels are optimal.
NOTE:
Excessive chlorine levels or low (acidic) pH levels can damage your pool liner, so please take corrective action as soon as possible if
testing reveals either condition.
•
The tasks of removing larger debris from your pool and keeping the inside of the pool liner clean are simplified by using a leaf skimmer and
garden hose powered vacuum. Please contact the Dellonda service centre if you want to get advice on any repair during the life of the pool kit.
• D:
Check your filter-pump cartridge every two weeks (or more frequently during periods of heavy usage) to verify whether it needs to be cleaned
or replaced. If your cartridge is no longer white in colour, attempt to spray it clean with a strong blast of water from your garden hose. If your
cartridge cannot be cleaned in this manner, the cartridge must be replaced, refer to filter pump manual.
•
Failure to frequently clean and/or replace your cartridges will affect the effectiveness of your filter pump and could shorten its useful life.
• E:
If your pool system included a cover, try to keep your pool covered at all times when not in use. This will help keep the wind and other elements
from depositing dirt and debris in your pool, and will also prevent excess rainwater from overfilling your pool.
• F:
Remind your family and friends to always hose or rinse off any dirt or tanning oil from their hands, feet, and body prior to entering the pool.
• G:
It’s necessary to monitor the bolts and hardware of the pool (eg. rust stain) when possible (if applicable).
• H:
Once your pool has been filled with water for the season, take note if your pool becomes overfilled due to rainwater or accidental overfill. If this
should occur, it is important to drain or bale out the excess water as soon as possible.
• I:
Irrespective of materials used for swimming pool construction, accessible surfaces have to be checked regularly to avoid injuries.
Troubleshooting
• REPAIR PATCH INSTRUCTIONS
• Small pinhole and small puncture leaks can be repaired with the included repair patch.
• a) Locate the source of the leak.
• b) Clean the area surrounding the leakage and wipe up all water from the surface.
• c) Take out the repair patch, cut it into required shape and size, which should be larger than the leaking area, put the patch on leaking area and
press tightly.
• d) Wait 30 minutes for open-air drying of the repaired position.
• If the damaged area is large, we recommend using a Silicone or rubber based glue for repair.
• GLUE REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
• 1. Find the location of the leak.
• 2. Drain completely.
• 3. Clean the area surrounding the leak and wipe up all water from the surface.
• 4. Thoroughly clean the area surrounding the leak .Cut a piece of repair material in round shape, which should be larger than the damaged area.
• 5. Glue (need to purchase adhesive separately) one side of the material patch to the repair area.
• Note:
The glue needs to be evenly applied to the material patch.
• 6. Put the patch on the damaged area and press tightly. Wait 12 hours for drying. After patch has dried, apply glue around the edges for a
complete seal (dry 4 hours).
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
DESCRIPTION
CAUSE
REMEDY
Coloured Water
• Water turns blue, brown, or
black when first treated with
chlorine.
• The chlorine is oxidizing
minerals in your water. This
commonly occurs with water
from different sources.
• Adjust pH to recommended
level.
•
Run filter until water is clear.
• Regularly clean cartridge.
Particle’s Suspended in
Water
• Water looks “milky” or cloudy.
• “Hard Water” caused by an
elevated pH.
• Chlorination is inadequate.
• Foreign debris in water.
• Bathers are not cleaning their
feet prior to entering pool.
• Adjust pH. Check with a
swimming pool supply retailer
for correct water treatment.
• Ensure proper chlorine level.
•
Clean or replace your filter.
• Spray off dirt with a high-
pressure hose before entry.
Persistent Low Water
Level
• Pool appears to be losing water
on a daily basis.
• Tear or hole in pool liner.
•
Tear or hole in a filter pump
hose.
• Hose clamps are too loose.
• Evaporation from high summer
temperatures.
• Locate damage and repair with
the included patch kit.
• Repair or replace hoses.
• Tighten all hose clamps.
• Keep pool covered when not
in use.
Algae
• Water has greenish tint.
• Green, brown or black spots
appear on pool liner.
• Pool bottom is slippery and/or
an unpleasant odour is present.
• Warm weather.
• Poor Circulation.
• Low free Chlorine.
• Apply “shock” treatment
(superchlorinator). Check pH
and adjust to an appropriate
level per your local pool supply
retailer.
• Vacuum or lightly scrub pool
liner.
• Test water often to maintain
proper chlorine levels.
