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Always make sure that the filter system is running while shocking the pool. Some pool owners choose to shock their pools once every 1-2 weeks as normal maintenance. This is a great way to keep your chlorine level up and prevent algae growth.
How many times should I shock my pool when opening?
Shocking your pool regularly will help to keep the water clean and free of contaminants. You should aim to shock your pool about once a week, with the additional shock after heavy use. Some tell-tale signs that your pool needs to be shocked are cloudy, foamy, green, or odourous water.
Should I shock my pool when I first open it?
For pool startup, it’s best to double shock your pool, meaning that you add two pounds of chlorine shock for every 10,000 gallons of water. After shocking a pool, aim to have chlorine at 10 ppm. After this routine, your pool should be good to go.
What order do you add pool chemicals to open?
You will likely need to shock the pool in order to remove bacteria; followed by adding algaecide and stabilizer to your water. The type and number of specific chemicals that you will need to add will depend on the results of your water test.
Can I shock my pool 2 days in a row?
It’s pretty tough to over-shock your pool; shocking your pool two days in a row with the proper dosage for your pool volume shouldn’t be a problem – and in fact, is sometimes even needed to rid your pool of algae and other contaminants.
Why did my pool get cloudy after I shocked it?
But if the cloudy water persists long after you’ve shocked the pool, you’re likely having an issue with water balance, circulation, or filtration. Heavy use of a calcium based pool shock (cal-hypo) may increase Calcium Hardness over a period of time, increasing your odds of cloudy water.
Do you shock pool after rain?
Shock the pool After heavy rainfall, your pool’s chlorine levels will be much lower from fighting off contaminants. Shocking your pool replenishes the chlorine lost from the rain. And while one shock treatment won’t be enough to balance your water, it’ll work in the background as you continue cleaning your pool.
Can I shock my pool on a cloudy day?
Most people wait until they have a cloudy pool or pool algae to shock their pool. Once you’ve shocked your pool, it’s important to wait for recommended time – usually about eight hours for shock treatments that are based on chlorine.
How long does it take for pool to clear after opening?
As a general rule of thumb a DE filter can clear up a pool within 1-3 days, a sand filter 5-10 days, and a cartridge system can vary widely based on the size and condition of the filter elements, and how often they are disassembled and cleaned.
Can you open a pool too early?
There are no set rules for pool opening, and the exact time highly depends on your region of the country. Mid-March is fine after a milder winter, while April is better after a colder season. If you happen to open a little too early, leave the pump running and reinstall your pool cover until the weather warms up again.
Why is my pool green when I just filled it?
Your first instinct when you fill your pool with new water, is to shock it. But that shock then oxidizes the metals, that chemical reaction then causes the green hue in your water. This is common with refills that used well water or even water that hasn’t been shocked but instead contains a high level of metals.
How much shock do I add to my pool?
Shocking your pool is the final step for getting rid of all the bacteria, algae spores, and other organic contaminants that may have entered your pool during the winter off-season. To shock your pool, use 2 pounds of shock for every 10,000 gallons of water, which should raise your chlorine levels to 10.0 ppm.
When should I add chemicals to my pool?
Start by Testing Your Water Most experts recommend testing pool water 1-2 times per week. As you test and wait for the results, you can get your supplies ready for adding chemicals.
How long should you run filter after shocking pool?
A pool filter should be run for a minimum of 6 hours after shocking a swimming pool. This is to allow the filter to clean the water and give the shock enough time to fully mix with the pool water. Running the filter after shocking for 24 hours to 7 days is necessary if the pool has a large amount of algae.
Can I add shock and chlorine at the same time?
Adding chlorine besides the shock can increase the chlorine content in the water which can make the entire shocking process useless. Hence, it is better if you don’t use the shock and chlorine at the same time. The best time to add chlorine to the pool water is after you have shocked the pool.
Do you leave chlorine floater in pool while shocking?
Do I need to use both? Chlorine is a sanitizer, and (unless you use Baquacil products) is necessary for maintaining a clear and healthy pool. Chlorine tabs (placed in a chlorinator, floater, or skimmer basket) maintain a chlorine residual in the water. You do need to use both tabs and shock.
How do I make my pool water blue?
1. Shock the pool with chlorine every day until all the green is gone (possibly 3 to 4 days). 2. Run the filter 24 hours a day and backwash every day until the green and then cloudiness is gone (usually up to 7 days, sometimes as long as 2 weeks depending on the filter).
