Day to day pool care
Filtration
Adequate filtration is essential. The water passes through the sand filter, is cleaned and returns to the swimming pool. The correct size of swimming pool motor and sand filter is critical. The filter sand (if applicable) will need to be changed every 2 years although this time period may vary depending on the factors affecting your pool. Please contact your pool professional if you are unsure as they will also be able to assist with this process.
Circulation
Water moves through your swimming pool, distributing chemicals in the water. The aim flow(s) should be aimed 30-45 degrees down. This will give you better chemical distribution and the water flow will not affect the performance of the pool cleaner.
Cleaning
Clean the swimming pool motor, sand filter and skimmer baskets weekly (more often if it is windy and there are trees or sandy areas around your pool). The sand filter must be backwashed for 3-5 minutes and ‘rinsed’ for 1 minute weekly. If you are using a non self cleaning Salt water Chlorinator, clean the salt water chlorinator cell weekly. Also, clean the surface of the swimming pool water with the pool skim net when required.
Testing the Water
Test the swimming pool water on a weekly basis and maintain the following levels:
- Chlorine 1.5 -3.0ppm.
- pH 7.0 -7.6 (ranges may vary depending on pool surface).
- Have the water analysed at an authorised pool shop once a month. This will save you time and money in the long run.
Adding Pool Chemicals
Always add the correct chemicals in the correct quantities for safe, sparkling and algae-free water. When dissolving chemicals, NEVER add water to chemicals only add chemicals to water and DO NOT use a metal bucket when dissolving pool or spa chemicals.