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Helpful information to care for and maintain your pool

General Pool Care


The BAQUACIL Pool Care System makes pool care easy. Even so, there are certain basic things you should do regularly to avoid problems with your pool. These include housekeeping, checking water balance, and sanitization.

Housekeeping

  1. Vacuum and brush your pool weekly.
  2. Run the filter at least 8-12 continuous hours a day during the season; longer during periods of heavy use or after a heavy rain. Ideally, you should run the filter 24 hours a day.
  3. In addition to routine backwashing, clean the filter twice during the season with BAQUACIL FILTER CLEANER or BAQUACIL SAND FILTER CLEANER to keep it operating at maximum efficiency.

Water Balance

  1. Check pH and alkalinity every week with BAQUACIL TEST STRIPS.
  2. Take a pool water sample to JoPa Comany once a month during the season for a complete analysis, or after significant makeup water is added.

Water Testing by JoPa Company
There will be times when you take a water sample to JoPa for professional analysis. For example, after you add a significant amount of new water, or after a heavy rain. In fact, it’s a good idea to take a sample to JoPa Comany about once a month during the season.

Here are a few guidelines to help ensure a good water sample:

  1. Your water sample should be at least one quart.
  2. Take your sample about 18" below the surface, and away from the skimmer or filter returns.
  3. Take the sample in a BAQUACIL WATER SAMPLE BOTTLE, or in a clean plastic container.
  4. Take the sample to JoPa Company as soon as you remove it from the pool; don’t let the water sit.
    NOTE: Never take a pool water sample immediately after adding chemicals or after adding significant amounts of makeup water. Always allow the water to circulate for 8-12 hours before taking a sample.
    Important: When handling chemicals, always follow the label instructions. Remember, not all pool care products are compatible with BAQUACIL SANITIZER AND ALGISTAT.

Consult JoPa Company before adding supplemental chemicals.

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