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May 16, 2004 Due to the numerous emails that have been sent to me regarding my, "Opening Your Pool" article, I thought I'd write another article about pool care. I hope this helps those of you out there having pool problems, and please continue your support of me and Useless-Knowledge.com Proper pool maintenance is your first line of defense in preventing most common problems. Following this easy maintenance checklist should keep your pool water crystal clear and trouble free. To determine how
much of each chemical you will need, the first step is to determine the volume
of your pool.
Rectangular Pools:
ROUTINE MAINTENANCETWICE A WEEK1. Check and maintain pH levels at 7.4 - 7.62. Check and maintain free available chlorine level at 1.0 - 3.0 ppm. 3. Empty skimmer baskets, clean tile or pool water at water line with WIPE-OUT CLEANER, and skim leaves, insects and other floating debris from the pool surface.
ONCE A WEEK1. Shock the pool by adding 1 gallon of Liquid Shock per 10,000 gallons. Additional shock may be needed after a rain storm, heavy bather load, or exceptionally hot weather.2. Add a maintenance dose of Algae 60 or Algae Eliminator to prevent algae growth. 3. Brush pool walls and vacuum pool floors.
MONTHLYTake a water sample to your local pool dealer for a complete water analysis.
MID-SEASONClean your filter with Filter Cleaner to remove any oils and grease that may have accumulated on your filter.
Ideal Factors For PoolsSanitize: 1" or 3" Prochlor or Clear-View TabletsRemove organic waste: Liquid Shock or Prochlor Tri-Shock Prevent algae: Algae 60 or Algae Eliminator Have a happy
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