Q:	How often do I clean my filter?
A:	When the pressure in the gauge rises or the inlet flow (return) deletes.
Q:	When do I add chlorine to the pool?
A:	All sanitizers must have daily chlorine added either manually or automatically.
Q:	How do I add granular chlorine?
A:	If it’s a calcium based chlorine it must be added to a bucket of water and dissolved, then added to the pool surface. If it’s lithium or dichlor it can be added to the filter or broadcast over the surface.
Q:	Can I mix other chemicals with the chlorine?
A:	Never, never, never, never, never !!!
Q:	How do I vacuum my pool ?
A:	The vacuum head is attached to the vacuum pole, the hose is connected to the head, and the other end of the hose is connected to the skimmer or vacuum port. Be sure all air is purged from hose before connecting to suction.
Q:	How do I determine the gallons in my pool?
A:	For Round Pools:      Gals. = Diameter x Diameter x Avg. Depth x 5.9 For Oval Pools:      Gals. = Length x Width x Avg. Depth x 6.7 For Rectangular Pools: Gals. = Length x Width x Avg. Depth x 7.5 For Kidney Shaped Pools:      Gals. = Length x Avg. Width x Avg. Depth x 7.0
Q:	How do I add tablet chlorine to the pool?
A:	Any of the slow dissolving chlorine needs to be introduced to the pool under pressure. By pressure we mean in an automatic chlorinator or at the very least in the thru wall skinner. Never float tablet chlorine in a chemical floater.
Q:	When do I change the sand in my sand filter?
A:	Once a season, every season.
Q:	When do I clean my cartridge filter?
A:	When the pressure gauge goes up more than twice normal operating pressure. Don’t clean a cartridge filter too often. Remember, a slightly dirty filter cleans better than a really clean filter.
Q:	What is the proper chlorine level of pool water?
A:	1-3 parts per million.
Q:	What is the proper levels of bromine?
A:	1-3 parts per million.
Q:	What is the proper range of pH for a pool?
A:	7.2 to 7.8
Q:	What is the proper level for Biguanide Sanitizer?
A:	30 to 50
Q:	What is the proper level of total alkalinity?
A:	80 to 150
Q:	What is the proper level of Cyanuric Acid (Stabilizer)?
A:	Zero to 50.
Q:	What is the proper level of combined chlorine?
A:	Less than 0.2 parts per million.
Q:	What is total alkalinity?
A:	It is the stability of the pH in the water.
Q:	What is pH?
A:	pH is potential Hydrogen. A measure of how acidic or basic the water is, pH of 7.0 is neutral. Pool water should be kept at slightly basic: pH 7.2-7.8
Q:	Why is the chemical balance so important?
A:	The chemical balance of water tells you how safe the pool is to swim. Once understood it’s really quite simple to maintain.
Q:	What is Algaecide?
A:	Algaecide is used to kill new and existing algae. Along with a good shock it helps to keep the pool safe to use.
Q:	What is Algae?
A:	Algae is that green, brown, pink, or yellow, tint that happens to water after a rain storm or a lack of filter time or a lack of sanitizer. Basically it’s the one thing your trying to keep from happening.
Q:	Is there a handbook to give step by step directions on pools?
A:	Yes! The book that is most complete and has been written for the novice in mind is “Tame The Pool Monster” written by Richards Hagy. You can purchase this book on line in our products section. Or order it directly from Limpid Publications at 1-800-722-0809.
Q:	What is a sanitizer?
A:	A product used to kill bacteria.
Q:	What is clarifier ?
A:	It clears up cloudy or hazy water.