POOL CARE CHEAT SHEET
Circulation
Run The Filter & Pump
Empty Skimmer Baskets
Filter pressure is usually 10-20 PSI.
Backwash (or clean) when it’s up 10 PSI.
Run the system for 8-12 hours a day.
The longer the better.
Keep the skimmer and pump basket(s) clear.
This improves water flow to the filter system.
Monitor Filter Pressure
30
30
20
Adjust The Return Jets
20
40
40
2.0
1.0
10
Angle down and point them all in the same direction.
This pushes debris to the surface for the skimmer(s).
It also helps mix in chemicals.
bar
2.0
3.0
50
1.0
10
4.0
psi
bar
8 to 12 Hours a Day
50
4.0
psi
60
PRESSURE
Warm and Hot Climates
3.0
60
PRESSURE
Cool and Cold Climates
4 to 6 Hours a Day
Cleaning
1. Skim The Surface Daily
This stops debris from sinking to the bottom and less to vacuum.
Skim with the flow of the water in a circular motion.
2. Vacuum Weekly
3. Brush Twice a Week
Vacuuming helps improve water circulation
and keeps the floor of the pool clean.
Invest in an automatic pool cleaner to
make this process easy and efficient.
Brush the walls, ladders , and hard-to-reach places.
Brush toward the floor.
Chemistry
3. Add Sanitizer Weekly
Add the proper amount of sanitizer needed to achieve the ideal level.
1. Test The Water Weekly
Using test strips or a liquid test kit to test the water.
Check for pH, Alkalinity, and sanitizer levels.
Add chemicals if needed.
Bromine
4-6
Chlorine
1- 3
ppm
2. Balance The Water
First, adjust alkalinity with alkalinity increaser (baking soda).
Then, test the water again to see if still pH needs adjusting.
Use pH increaser or decrease to adjust pH to the ideal range.
Alkalinity
100 -150
ppm
ppm
Biguanide
30 - 50
ppm
*For saltwater pools.
4. Shock Every 1 - 2 Weeks
Shock your pool with the proper amount at night. Run the pool for at least 8 hours.
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1
T.
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LB
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Ideal pH
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Po Sho
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1. Fill bucket with water.
2. Add shock slowly.
3. Stir slowly to dissolve.
4. Pour around pool.
5. Run filter overnight.
6. Test water.