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(118P0) ULTRA FRAME POOL ENGLISH 7.5" X 10.3" PANTONE 295U 06/20/2013 <br />POOL MAINTENANCE & CHEMICALS <br />A WARNING <br />REMEMBER TO <br />• Protect all pool occupants from possible water -related illnesses by keeping the pool water <br />clean and sanitized. Do not swallow the pool water. Always practice good hygiene. <br />• Keep your pool clean and clear. The pool floor must be visible at all times from the outside <br />barrier of the pool. <br />• Keep children away from pool covers to avoid entanglement, drowning, or other serious <br />injury. <br />Water maintenance <br />The maintenance of a proper water balance through appropriate use of sanitizers is the single most <br />important factor in maximizing the life and appearance of the liner as well as ensuring clean, healthy <br />and safe water. Proper technique is important for water testing and treating the pool water. See your <br />pool professional for chemical, test kits and testing procedures. Be sure to read and follow the <br />written instructions from the chemical manufacturer. <br />1. Never let chlorine come in contact with the liner if it is not completely dissolved. Dissolve granular or <br />tablet chlorine first in a bucket of water, then add it to the pool water. Likewise with liquid chlorine; mix <br />it immediately and thoroughly with the pool water. <br />2. Never mix chemicals together. Add the chemicals to the pool water separately. Thoroughly dissolve each <br />chemical before adding another one to the water. <br />3. An Intex pool skimmer and an Intex pool vacuum are available to assist in maintaining clean pool water. <br />See your pool dealer for these pool accessories. <br />4. Do not use a pressure washer to clean the pool. <br />TROUBLESHOOTING <br />PROBLEM <br />DESCRIPTION <br />CAUSE <br />SOLUTION u I <br />ALGAE <br />• Greenish water. <br />• Green or black spots <br />on pool liner. <br />• Pool liner is slippery <br />and/or has a bad odor. <br />• Chlorine and pH level <br />need adjustment. <br />• Super chlorinate with shock <br />treatment. Correct pH to your <br />pool store's recommended level. <br />• Vacuum pool bottom. <br />• Maintain proper chlorine level. <br />COLORED <br />WATER <br />• Water turns blue, <br />brown, or black when <br />first treated with <br />chlorine. <br />• Copper, iron or <br />manganese in water <br />being oxidized by the <br />added chlorine. <br />• Adjust pH to recommended <br />level. <br />• Run filter until water is clear. <br />• Replace cartridge frequently. <br />FLOATING <br />MATTER IN <br />WATER <br />• Water is cloudy or <br />milky. <br />• "Hard water" caused by a <br />too high pH level. <br />• Chlorine content is low. <br />• Foreign matter in water. <br />• Correct the pH level. Check <br />with your pool dealer for advice. <br />• Check for proper chlorine level. <br />• Clean or replace your filter <br />cartridge. <br />CHRONIC LOW <br />WATER LEVEL <br />• Level is lower than <br />on previous day. <br />• Rip or hole in pool liner <br />or hoses. <br />• Repair with patch kit. <br />• Finger tighten all caps. <br />• Replace the hoses. <br />SEDIMENT ON <br />POOL BOTTOM <br />• Dirt or sand on pool <br />floor. <br />• Heavy use, getting in <br />and out of pool. <br />• Use Intex pool vacuum to <br />clean bottom of pool. <br />SURFACE <br />DEBRIS <br />• Leaves, insects etc. <br />• Pool too close to trees. <br />• Use Intex pool skimmer. <br />SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS <br />