Aqua Leisure Steel-Set Pool - Manual (Page 8)

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6. IN-SEASON POOL MAINTENANCE & WATER CARE
Keep your pool water clean, hygienic, and safe for swimming by strictly following all of the guidelines below:
A. THE USE OF CHEMICALS (SUCH AS CHLORINE, PH STABILIZER, and ALGECIDE, ETC;)
IS REQUIRED TO MAINTAIN THE PROPER CHLORINE AND pH BALANCE IN YOUR POOL
WATER AND TO PREVENT THE GROWTH OF HARMFUL BACTERIA OR ALGAE. For specific
details on the use of chemicals, please inform a local pool supply retailer of the water capacity of your pool
(reference chart on inside flap of your pool box) and, if possible, bring them a sample of your pool water. They
will identify the appropriate chemicals for your needs and educate you on using them safely and effectively.
NOTE FOR THOSE USING WELL WATER IN POOL: It is strongly recommended that you have a water
sample analyzed by a pool expert before adding any chemicals to your pool.
B. Chlorinate your pool by dissolving granular or tabulated chlorine into a bucket of water and then slowly
and evenly distributing the chlorine solution into the pool. You can also use liquid chlorine or a floating
chlorinator. If you do use a chlorinator, make sure it floats properly on the surface or that it is tied securely.
NEVER drop clumps or tablets of chlorine (or any other chemical) directly into your pool. This may
present a hazard to swimmers and/or damage your pool. DO NOT drop chlorine tabs directly into your
filter pump as they will not dissolve properly and may damage your pump.
C. Use a test kit to frequently monitor the pH and chlorine levels in your pool. A suitable test kit can
generally be purchased anywhere pools are sold. NOTE: High chlorine levels or low (acidic) pH levels
can damage your pool liner. If testing reveals either condition, you should quickly take corrective action.
Consult a qualified pool professional, retailer, or chemicals manufacturer for details on chemicals.
D. Simplify the removal of larger debris and sedimentation from your pool by using either a Steel-Set™ or
Simple-Set® Maintenance Kit. The kit includes a leaf skimmer and garden hose powered pool vacuum,
and can be purchased as an accessory through many retailers. For your convenience, this kit is also
included with many larger-size pools as a bonus item.
E.
Inspect your filter-pump cartridge at least once a week and rinse it off with a strong blast of water if
necessary. When this method does not satisfactorily clean the filter cartridge, replace it with a new one.
NOTE: Improper filter cartridge maintenance will reduce the effectiveness of your filter pump and could
shorten its useful life.
F. Tips to help prevent dirt and grime from getting into your pool:
1) Remind bathers to always rinse their bodies of any dirt, grime or tanning oil prior to entering the pool.
2) We highly recommend keeping your pool covered at all times when not in use. This will help prevent
wind and other elements from depositing dirt and debris in your pool.
7. DRAINING & STORING YOUR POOL
IMPORTANT: NEVER leave the pool exposed to temperatures of 40 F/ 5C or below, as this will ruin it. If the pool
cannot be used year-round in your area, you should STORE it as soon as the swimming season ends, and always well
in advance of sustained cold or inclement weather.
STEP 1-Draining your Pool:
A.
Make sure your filter pump cord is unplugged.
B. Securely close both pump fixtures with the plugs attached to the inner pool wall. Then disconnect the
filter pump hoses.
C. Enter your pool and verify that the rubber drain plug is still securely inside the drain valve.
D. Attach your hose adapter to the female end of a garden hose. Place the other end of the hose in an area safe
for water drainage, such as a storm drain or street gutter.