The information below provides solutions to some common pool issues. Always make sure you properly balance the water prior to any addition of corrective chemicals.
| PROBLEM | SOLUTION | PREVENTION AND MAINTENANCE |
|---|---|---|
| Cloudy, Dull Water | ||
| Dirty Filter | Clean your water with Filter Cleaner | Backwash or rinse your filter as needed and chemically clean the filter on a regular basis |
| pH Too High | Test using Clear Pool Expert 6-Way Test Strips. Lower the pH using pH Down | Test frequently. Maintain a pH of 7.2 to 7.6 and total alkalinity between 80 – 150 ppm |
| Free Chlorine Too Low | Test your pool weekly. Use Shock MAXBlue® to increase free chlorine levels | Maintain free chlorine levels of 1-4 ppm by testing and shocking your pool once per week |
| Filter Not Removing All Particles | Group the small particles together using Super Water Clarifier | Use a maintenance dose of Super Water Clarifier once per week |
| Backwashing Filters Too Often | Backwash your filter less often | Reference your filter manufacturer’s manual for backwash frequency |
| Dissolved Metals in Water | Use 3-in-1 Surface Solution to help control metal buildup in water | Apply the maintenance dose of 3-in-1 Surface Solution once per week |
| Cloudy, Green Water | ||
| Green Algae | Apply Algicide MAXBlue® to kill the algae, and Shock MAXBlue® to help remove it | Use a small dosage of Algicide MAXBlue® once per week to prevent algae bloom growth |
| Reddish, Brown Water | ||
| Iron or Manganese in Water | Apply 3-in-1 Surface Solution to help control metal buildup | Use 3-in-1 Surface Solution according to label instructions |
| Clear, Green Water | ||
| Dissolved Copper in Water | Apply 3-in-1 Surface Solution per the label directions | Apply 3-in-1 Surface Solution according to label instructions to remove cooper |
| Black and/or Dark Green Spots | ||
| Black Algae | Apply Shock MAXBlue®. Brush the sides and walls, and then vacuum the dead algae. Finish with a dose of Algicide MAXBlue® | Use Algicide MAXBlue® each week to prevent algae growth |
| Yellow Slime | ||
| Mustard Algae | Add Shock MAXBlue®. Brush the affected areas, then add Algicide MAXBlue® | Balance water and use Algicide MAXBlue® each week |
| Scum and Odors | ||
| Grease and Oil from Swimmers | Add Shock MAXBlue® to help remove contaminants | Shock your pool weekly to prevent buildup of contaminants |
| Chlorine Odor | ||
| High Combined Chlorine Level | Shock the pool with Shock MAXBlue® to lower combined chlorine | Test and balance your pool once a week, and apply shock weekly |
| Stains and Rust | ||
| Metals in Water | Prevent staining and water discoloration by using 3-in-1 Surface Solution to remove metals from pool water | Apply a maintenance dose of 3-in-1 Surface Solution according to label instructions |
| Unbalanced Water | Test and balance your water using Clear Pool Expert 6-Way Test Strips | Test and balance your pool each week to keep water clear and prevent water quality issues |
| Calcium, Scale Deposits | ||
| High pH or Alkalinity | Decrease pH using pH Down | Test and balance water weekly |
| Calcium Too High | Prevent calcium-based scale using 3-in-1 Surface Solution | Apply a maintenance dose of 3-in-1 Surface Solution |
| Skin and Eye Irritation | ||
| High Combined Chlorine Level | Shock your pool using Shock MAXBlue® | Shock and balance your pool once per week |
| pH Too Low or Too High | Test pool water and apply pH Up or pH Down accordingly | Maintain pH levels between 7.2 to 7.6 and total alkalinity between 80 and 150 ppm |
