Spring Opening for Chlorinated or Brominated Pools- Remove, clean and store the pool cover with Simplicity Cover Cleaner Degreaser.
- Remove winter plugs and set up equipment.
- Perform housekeeping chores such as brushing vacuuming and emptying skimmer baskets of dirt and debris.
- Add water if needed. The water level should always be approximately halfway up the skimmer opening.
- Make sure everything is clean and in working order, including the pump, skimmer heater and filter.
- Start circulation and remove debris from pool.
- Check diving board, slide and steps for wear, looseness and corrosion.
- Also pay close attention to your filter; it is a very important part of your pool's maintenance program.
- Perform a complete water analysis and follow recommendations for balancing adjustments, or bring water to our test station at retail store. pH 7.4-7.6, Alkalinity 125-150 ppm, Calcium Harness 200-250 ppm for plaster pool, and 175-225 ppm for vinyl, fiberglass or painted pools, Cyanuric Acid 40-60 ppm
- Superchlorinate and remove undesirable compounds with 1 lb. of Breakout Extra for non-bleachable pool finishes, or 1 lb. of Breakout 35 per 6,000 gallons for bleachable surfaces. If chlorine levels are high from winter floater add 1# of non-chlorine shock instead of chlorine shock. Apply with the pump running. Brush up any undissolved product.
- Prevent algae growth by adding an initial dose of Algae Preventative, 1 qt. per 25K or 1 qt. Algaecide 60 per 25K for pools with attached spas.
- Fill your automatic feeder with chlorinating product or brominating tablets, or fill your floater with the required number of chlorinating tablets.
If you would like us to do all of this for you, schedule an appointment for your pool opening by going to:
http://www.actionswimmingpools.com/openpool.htm
Action
Swimming Pool & Spa
2660 Youngfield Street
Lakewood, CO 80215
303-431-8501