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The Five Keys to Basic Pool Care
The 5 essentials of pool maintenance described here will give you a basic understanding of how your pool functions. For a carefree swimming season, learn about the 5 keys and visit Teddy Bear Pools & Spas any time you need assistance or expert advice. Pool care can be simple when you have a plan for routine maintenance and use the right products. KEEP IN MIND ... Each pool maintenance key is very important. Consider each key as a simple, preventive maintenance step. CIRCULATIONPool water must be circulated for maximum sanitizer effectiveness. The more your water is in motion, the harder it is for bacteria and algae to take hold. Debris is captured by your filter, too. The best time to circulate the water is during the day, for 8 hours or more depending on filter type. FILTRATION The filter is one of your most important pieces of equipment. It removes both visible debris and most microscopic matter. Generally, a filter should be backwashed (the removal of material trapped on or in the filter media) when the water pressure in the filter reaches 8 to 10 pounds above normal. (Check manufacturer's guidelines.) Because backwashing does not remove oils and deeply embedded debris, every filter needs to be chemically cleaned regularly. Teddy Bear Pools & Spas can help you establish a filter maintenance program.There is more to learn! Read the rest of our instructions in the PDF document below.
