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4.3 I Adding minerals
• It is important that the minerals are added according to the procedure below before switching
on the appliance.
• Minerals must be added to a pool newly filled with water (tap water only, well water is
prohibited). When installing in an existing pool, the pool must be drained beforehand and
filled with new water (according to the pool manufacturer's recommendations for draining).
• The filtration system must be in operation when the minerals are added.
• Always pour the entire contents of the bags; do not store open mineral bags (they are sensitive
to humidity).
The quantity of magnesium minerals required for the system to operate correctly must be equal to 4 g/L (= 4 kg/m³,
4,000 ppm or 0.4%); to reach this concentration, add 5 kg/m³ (because the minerals contain a small amount of water).
Pool volume (m³)
20
30
40
45
50
55
60
65
70
80
90
Number of kg to be added
100
150
200
225
250
275
300
325
350
400
450
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Add the minerals by directly pouring the bags along the entire circumference of the pool in a homogeneous manner.
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Start the filtration system and the appliance.
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Leave the filtration system in forced operation for 24 hours, then return to normal daily operation.
==> Activation of the treatment
This exclusive magnesium-based treatment system is specific and it is important that you understand the following
stages.
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Once poured into the pool water, the minerals will make the water slightly cloudy and harmless foam may also appear
on the water's surface. This is perfectly normal and demonstrates the initial action of converting the magnesium
present in the minerals into magnesium hydroxide.
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Approximately 48 hours after the minerals were added, the water will become perfectly clear.
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A short filter backwashing procedure may be required in order to remove possible debris created when installing the
equipment. Refer to the pressure gauge on the filter and its user manual.
Tip: adding the minerals
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This slightly cloudy appearance with the potential presence of harmless foam on the surface can last
several days depending on the type of pool and daily filtration cycles implemented (filtration should
preferably be operated at least 12 hours a day during this activation phase).
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To enhance activation of the treatment, we recommend not using the pool during this short period.
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Cleaners may also struggle climbing the pool walls. Use in "bottom-only" mode where possible. They can
resume normal operation when the water has become clear again.
