Here in Active Pool's seasonal guide, we consider the problems and questions that arise in the course of the season. A review of the annual care cycle for owners of outdoor pools is also presented.
Most pool owners wait to start up the season until the nights are no longer frosty, which is typically in mid-April/the end of April. However, it is recommended not to turn on the water supply to the solar heating system until the beginning of May.
First of all, the pool must be inspected for any frost damage. Check whether the plugs on the skimmer drain/nozzle are correctly attached. Filter cleaner can be recommended to clean the filter sand.
If you do not use a winter cover, leaves, twigs, etc. must be removed from the water and any algae and leaves on the floor and sides of the swimming pool must be cleaned off. Covered pools must be topped up with extra water to the normal level. Pools without winter covers often do not need extra water to be added, due to the extra water volume from rain and snow during the winter.
After the pool water has been cleaned of leaves, etc. start up the pump and check the water's pH count (the optimum level is between 7.2 and 7.4). Adjust to the optimum level as required. If the pH count exceeds 7.4, add Active Pool PH Down. If the pH count is below 7.2, add Active Pool PH Up.
Check whether the sand in the filter pump needs replacing. The sand in filter pumps should be replaced approx. every five years.
Perform thorough shock chlorination with Active Pool Chlorine Quick or Active Pool Chlorine SuperShock and clean the filter with return flow several times.
When the pool water temperature reaches the preferred temperature can vary considerably. At the beginning of the season, a solar heater can be a big advantage.
Test and adjust the pH value and chlorine content on a regular basis.
Clean and vacuum the pool as required.
Add Active Pool Chlorine LongTabs for slow addition of chlorine and administer a strong chlorine shock with Active Pool Chlorine Quick if your pool water is unclear.
The pool water's temperature should now be perfect, and you can enjoy using the pool.
Test and adjust the pH value and chlorine content on a regular basis.
Clean and vacuum the pool as required.
Add Active Pool Chlorine LongTabs for slow addition of chlorine and administer a strong chlorine shock with Active Pool Chlorine Quick if your pool water is unclear.
Hot July weather is every pool owner's delight and it is wonderful to be able to take a cooling dip in the crystal-clear water.
Test and adjust the pH value and chlorine content on a regular basis.
Clean and vacuum the pool as required.
Add Active Pool Chlorine LongTabs for slow addition of chlorine and administer a strong chlorine shock with Active Pool Chlorine Quick if your pool water is unclear.
The weather in August can be unstable, but you do not always need blue skies and bright sunshine to go for a swim in your pool. A quick swim in the rain can also be enjoyable.
Test and adjust the pH value and chlorine content on a regular basis.
Clean and vacuum the pool as required.
Add Active Pool Chlorine LongTabs for slow addition of chlorine and administer a strong chlorine shock with Active Pool Chlorine Quick if your pool water is unclear.
The season is drawing to a close, and the weather in September can be a challenge. Yet there may still be some days with good pool weather.
There may be more leaves and insects in the pool, so a little more time needs to be spent on cleaning.
Test and adjust the pH value and chlorine content on a regular basis.
Clean and vacuum the pool as required.
Add Active Pool Chlorine LongTabs for slow addition of chlorine and administer a strong chlorine shock with Active Pool Chlorine Quick if your pool water is unclear.
The pool season typically ends in mid-October, when it is time to close the pool for the winter.
Empty water from the solar heating system and sand filter, to avoid frost damage.
Tap approx. 1/3 of the water from the pool, to below the skimmer level.
Administer a strong chlorine shock with Active Pool Chlorine Quick or Active Pool Chlorine SuperShock.
When the chlorine content is down to 1-3 mg/l, add a powerful anti-deposit agent to prevent deposits forming during the winter.
The pool can be covered with a winter cover. A winter cover may have to be regularly cleared of snow during the winter, to avoid damage to the cover, etc.
If you wish to use an outdoor pool during the winter, please note that very high current circulation is required, to prevent frost damage to pipes, etc.
