This is what to do during the pool off-season or long periods of time that the pool will not be used like a vacation.
In milder climates where the temperatures may not drop below freezing, it may be preferable to leave the pool running and not perform the winterization shut-down procedures. A small amount of maintenance will still be required, but much less frequently than during the warmer summer months. If the water temperature is going to drop near 32, perform a Winter analysis and follow winterization procedures to protect the equipment.
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Perform a complete water analysis and balance according to ALEX® Pro recommendations. The cooler water temperature will require slightly different balancing parameters to prevent equipment corrosion and surface damage.
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Clear up all problems, such as algae growth, biofilm or cloudy water.
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Brush and vacuum the pool and clean the waterline with Off the Wall®.
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Backwash and clean the filter with Strip Kwik® and Kleen It®.
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Begin your off season maintenance routine:
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Run the pump a minimum of 4 hours a day.
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Maintain 1 - 3 ppm free chlorine residual and a pH range of 7.4 - 7.6 at all times. Test once a week when the water temperature is 55° - 65° F. Test every two weeks if the water temperature drops below 55° F.
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Shock the pool monthly.
Product |
Dosage |
1 lb. per 16,500 gallons |
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BurnOut® 3 |
1 lb. per 20,00 gallons |
Power Chlor |
1 lb. per 10,000 gallons |
1 lb. per 10,000 gallons |
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1 lb. per 12,000 gallons |
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Follow with the maintenance dose of your algicide.
Product |
Dosage |
Algae Complete® | 1.5 oz. per 10,000 gallons |
1.5 oz. per 10,000 gallons |
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Banish® | 1.5 oz. per 10,000 gallons |
Algae All 60® |
3 oz. per 10,000 gallons |
1 oz. per 5,000 gallons |