Preparing your pool for summer

Just before summer begins it is a good idea to make sure all accessories and materials required for the pools operation are available and are on hand such as salt, water chemistry test kits etc'. Balance water chemistry levels are essential to the quality of bathing and are essential to your health and wellbeing. First and foremost test pool water and make sure it is properly balanced. Use this table to make sure water levels are properly well-adjusted:

Factors Ideal levels
Salt 3000 – 4500 ppm
Free Chlorine 1 – 3 ppm
pH 7.0 – 7.8
Total alkalinity 80 – 120 ppm
Stabilizer (a.k.a Cyanuric acid or conditioner) 20-70 ppm
Phosphates 0-100 ppb
Nitrates 0 ppm
Metals 0 ppm
Total dissolved solids (TDS) < 1200

Maintaining pool water levels ensures chlorine is working effectively as well as maximum enjoyment of the pool. Water should be tested periodically to make sure it is still balanced. If the water chemistry needs adjustments, most pool stores can supply you with the appropriate chemicals and procedures.
Add salt to your pool according to its size (see installation manual for exact quantities) and make sure levels reach 3,500 ppm. Once water is balanced turn on the salt system and allow it to monitor and maintain the healthy and pleasant swimming conditions.

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