SPA / HOT TUB CAPACITY ______ LITRES (GAL.)

INITIAL TREATMENT

1. Add ____ ml (oz.) of Prevent II 120ml/2000L (4 oz. / 500 gals.). Allow to circulate.

2. Add ____ml (oz.) of Spa Clear 60ml/2000L (2 oz. / 500 gals.).

3. Test and balance pH to 7.2 – 7.6, total alkalinity to 80 – 150 ppm.

4. Add ____ gm (oz.) of Energize 240g / 2000L (8 oz. / 500 gals).

5. Add ____ ml (oz.) of Brom-Aid 240ml / 2000L (8 oz. / 500 gals).

DAILY TREATMENT

1. Add ____ gm (oz.) of Energize 120g / 2000L (4 oz. / 500 gals.).

2. Maintain pH in the range of 7.2 – 7.6 and alkalinity between 80 – 150 ppm.

3. Maintain bromine residue level of 3-5 ppm.

WEEKLY TREATMENT

1. Add ____ ml (oz.) of Prevent II 60ml/2000L (2 oz. / 500 gals.). Allow to circulate.

2. Add ____ml (oz.) of Spa Clear 60ml/2000L (2 oz. / 500 gals.).

3. Add ____ ml (oz.) of Brom-Aid 30ml / 2000L (1 oz. / 500 gals). If bathing load has been heavy, increase dosage to 60ml / 2000L (2 oz. / 500 gals.). Allow to circulate.

IF

1. If foam appears, squirt a small amount of Defoamer on foaming area.

2. If water becomes cloudy, add Spa Clear as directed.

FILTER CLEANER

WINTERIZING KIT (40% ALGAECIDE, STAIN AND SCALE, SHOCK)

1/4 SUBMERSIBLE PUMP

WINTER COVER

LEAF NET

WINTERIZING PLUGS

WINTER WRENCH

GIZZMO

WINCH

BACKWASH HOSE

10% ALGAECIDE TO WASH SOLAR COVER

FILTER CLEANER

WINTERIZING KIT (60% ALGAECIDE, STAIN AND SCALE, SHOCK)

1/4 SUBMERSIBLE PUMP

WINTER COVER

LEAF NET

WATER BAGS

WINTERIZING PLUGS

WINTER WRENCH

GIZZMO

ANTIFREEZE

FOAM ROPE

BACKWASH HOSE

10% ALGAECIDE TO WASH SOLAR COVER

1. A night or two before you begin opening your pool, place your garden hose under the winter cover, and slowly begin topping up the pool water. Fill the water level to about halfway up the skimmer opening. This process makes removing the cover a lot easier and you will be able to start the system up as soon as all the “dirty work” is out of the way. *If you feel uneasy about doing this step, then by all means, wait until you remove the winter cover.

2. Pump water off the top of the winter cover. *You can use a submersible pump or your pool pump to do this.

3. Drain all water bags.

4. Remove winter cover carefully so as not to spill any remaining debris into the pool.

5. Re-assemble pump, filter & heater connections and plugs/caps. This would be a good time to lubricate any rubber o-rings with plumbing lubricant.

6. Remove Gizzmo device from skimmer & remove winter plugs from the return lines.

7. Re-insert skimmer basket and directional eyeball(s) into return(s) at a 30-45 degree angle. If you have two returns, be sure to direct the eyeballs in the same direction, i.e. either clockwise or counter clockwise, for optimal water circulation. Re-install diving board and ladder(s).

8. Clean any scum and grime from steps, skimmer and liner with a recommended vinyl cleaner.

9. Vacuum pool of any debris (if applicable) be sure to use the skimmer basket if there is any large debris, as you do not want it to jam up the pump impeller.

10. Clean filter sand with a 1 x 1L bottle of Filter Cleaner if you did not do so at the end of last swimming season.

11. Super chlorinate pool with HTH EXTRA shock and be sure you have one to two 3″ HTH chlorine tablets in the skimmer basket or chlorinator. 24hrs after super chlorinating, add 40% algaecide. Above ground pools = 1/2 of 1L bottle, Inground pools = 1 x 1L bottle.

12. Allow pool water to circulate for about a week after opening and then bring in a water sample to Lazy Days to make sure water chemistry is in balance.

13. Scrub winter cover and water bags. (You can use some algaecide and water for a better clean. We recommend HTH 10% Algaecide). Rinse cover and water bags and allow to dry as much as possible before storing them away for the summer. This will help to prevent algae growth and unpleasant odours.

14. ENJOY YOUR SUMMER & BEAT THE HEAT!

1. Make sure at least one 3″ stabilized puck is in the skimmer at all times, or automatic chlorinator has pucks in it.

2. Vacuum the pool as needed.

3. Take a pool water sample with your home test kit or strips, or request a water sample from Lazy Day Pools for testing. Test water should be taken 18-20 inches into the pool water and avoid taking a sample from in front of return jet(s) or skimmer. Samples should be analyzed no more than two hours after removal from pool and should not be kept in direct sun.

4. If your pool is low on chlorine reading level, pool should be shocked (usually once a week) with 100-400 grams of HTH Extra Shock depending on the size of the pool. In humid weather, sprinkle a little HTH Extra Shock in the pool mid week (approx. 100-200 grams). Always shock pool after heavy rain or heavy use.

5. In temperatures over 72 degrees Fahrenheit, pour shock powder in front of jet(s), no pre-dissolving is required. Temperatures below 72 degrees Fahrenheit require shock to be pre-dissolved in a pail of hot tap water (6KG pail is ideal), avoid splashing on clothing. (Always add chemicals to the water, never water to the chemicals).

6. Swimming should be avoided for at least 8-12 hours after shocking a chlorinated pool. Do not cover pool with solar blanket for at least 24 hours. Most shocking should be done at night unless your are just giving the chlorine a boost.

7. After the 24 hour period, add 1-2 oz. of 60% concentrated algaecide in front pool jet(s). Do this at least once a week, you can do it more often if you wish. Or if on the Eclipse program follow the program.

8. pH level should be between 7.2-7.6 ppm. Adjust these levels accordingly with either pH plus or minus.

9. To ensure better water circulation, return fitting(s)/eyeball(s) should be on a 30-45 degree angle in a downward position in the same clockwise direction.

10. Pump run time should be at least 8-12 hours per day.

11. Filter sand should be cleaned at least one to two times a year with a filter cleaner.

1. Make sure at least one 3″ stabilized puck is in the skimmer at all times, or automatic chlorinator has pucks in it.

2. Vacuum the pool as needed.

3. Take a pool water sample with your home test kit or strips, or request a water sample from Lazy Day Pools for testing. Test water should be taken 18-20 inches into the pool water and avoid taking a sample from in front of return jet(s) or skimmer. Samples should be analyzed no more than two hours after removal from pool and should not be kept in direct sun.

4. If your pool is low on chlorine reading level, pool should be shocked (usually once a week) with 100-400 grams of HTH Extra Shock depending on the size of the pool. In humid weather, sprinkle a little HTH Extra Shock in the pool mid week (approx. 100-200 grams). Always shock pool after heavy rain or heavy use.

5. In temperatures over 72 degrees Fahrenheit, pour shock powder in front of jet(s), no pre-dissolving is required. Temperatures below 72 degrees Fahrenheit require shock to be pre-dissolved in a pail of hot tap water (6KG pail is ideal), avoid splashing on clothing. (Always add chemicals to the water, never water to the chemicals).

6. Swimming should be avoided for at least 8-12 hours after shocking a chlorinated pool. Do not cover pool with solar blanket for at least 24 hours. Most shocking should be done at night unless your are just giving the chlorine a boost.

7. After the 24 hour period, add 1-2 oz. of 60% concentrated algaecide in front pool jet(s). Do this at least once a week, you can do it more often if you wish. Or if on the Eclipse program follow the program.

8. pH level should be between 7.2-7.6 ppm. Adjust these levels accordingly with either pH plus or minus.

9. To ensure better water circulation, return fitting(s)/eyeball(s) should be on a 30-45 degree angle in a downward position in the same clockwise direction.

10. Pump run time should be at least 8-12 hours per day.

11. Filter sand should be cleaned at least one to two times a year with a filter cleaner.

Closing your pool properly makes next year’s start-up easy.  To avoid expensive clean-up and repairs follow this easy guide:

• Keep your filter running for the chemical winterizing treatment.

• Physically clean the pool. Clean out the skimmer basket and the pump’s hair trap.  If the filter has not been cleaned all season, use Filter Cleaner as directed.  A dirty filter can result in hardened scale deposits that cake over the winter.

• Adjust the alkalinity to 80-150 p.p.m.

• Adjust the pH to 7.2-7.6

• Ensure that your free chlorine reading is between 3-5 p.p.m., or your bromine reading is at least 5 p.p.m.

• Adjust the calcium hardness to 150-200 p.p.m.

• Pre-mix one bottle of Stain and Scale in a bucket and pour evenly around the pool. Stain and Scale will guard against scale, metal staining and bathtub ring.  Existing rust stains will also be removed over the winter.  Wait 4 hours before adding the Non-Chlorine Shock.

• Add 1kg container of Non-Chlorine Shock directly to the pool water to oxidize any dissolved organic matter that physical cleaning and filtration could not remove. The Non-Chlorine Shock works well with both Chlorine and Bromine.

• Because the fall and spring temperatures are unpredictable, it is recommended that one bottle of Concentrated Algaecide be added to protect the pool from algae. Pre-mix Concentrated Algaecide in a bucket and pour evenly around the pool.

• Let the pool water circulate 8 hours before shutting down filter.

• Drain water approx. 1″-2″ below return.

At the filter head, disconnect the return and pump line, also disconnect the skimmer line.   Remove plug(s) off of the pump to drain, when complete, bring pump inside.  Switch filter head over to closed or winterized and undo plug and leave off, disconnect pressure gauge.  Disconnect eyeball from return, take out skimmer basket and bring inside.

If you have a heater, undo the drain cock(s), take off pressure switch and let hang.  Make sure gas is shut off.  If it is a solar system make sure lines are drained.

Closing your pool properly makes next year’s start-up easy.  To avoid expensive clean-up and repairs follow this easy guide:

• Keep your filter running for the chemical winterizing treatment.

• Physically clean the pool. Clean out the skimmer basket and the pump’s hair trap.  If the filter has not been cleaned all season, use Filter Cleaner as directed.  A dirty filter can result in hardened scale deposits that cake over the winter.

• Adjust the alkalinity to 80-150 p.p.m.

• Adjust the pH to 7.2-7.6

• Ensure that your free chlorine reading is between 3-5 p.p.m., or your bromine reading is at least 5 p.p.m.

• Adjust the calcium hardness to 150-200 p.p.m.

• Pre-mix one bottle of Stain and Scale in a bucket and pour evenly around the pool. Stain and Scale will guard against scale, metal staining and bathtub ring.  Existing rust stains will also be removed over the winter.  Wait 4 hours before adding the Non-Chlorine Shock.

• Add 1kg container of Non-Chlorine Shock directly to the pool water to oxidize any dissolved organic matter that physical cleaning and filtration could not remove. The Non-Chlorine Shock works well with both Chlorine and Bromine.

• Because the fall and spring temperatures are unpredictable, it is recommended that one bottle of Concentrated Algaecide be added to protect the pool from algae. Pre-mix Concentrated Algaecide in a bucket and pour evenly around the pool.

• Let the pool water circulate 8 hours before shutting down filter.

• See attached sheet for Blowing the Lines

1) Turn filter to re-circ., re-circulate or whirlpool.

2) Shock pool and add 1 bottle of C-Clear DIRECTLY afterwards.  Re-circulate pool for 12 hours.

3)  Shut pool off for a minimum of 6 hours (this will allow the gathered particles or algae to fall to the bottom of the pool).

4)   Vacuum pool manually (by hand) to waste or drain (using an automatic pool cleaner will just disturb the fallen debris too much and you will definitely lose a ton of water).  You will stir up some of the debris while vacuuming, but continue to vacuum until you have vacuumed up as much as you can and then turn the pool off again.  Allow the pool to fill and the debris to re-settle and repeat vacuuming.  You may need to repeat this step a few times but take a break, you will feel better when your pool is sparkling.

5)  Once the pool is clear and cleaned out as much as possible, give the pool another shock, as you have added a lot of fresh water and you will be ready to swim in 8-12 hours.

Definitions

Re-circ., re-circulate or whirlpool filter setting:

Allows pool water to circulate through the filter head keeping the water from filtering through the filter sand.

Waste or Drain filter setting:

Sends water you are vacuuming directly to the street or your drainage, again bypassing the filter sand.  This causes you to lose water so keep a hose running in the pool and keep an eye on your water level at the skimmer to ensure you don’t run the system dry. (If you have your vacuum attached directly in the suction line in the skimmer, you may allow the water level to drop below the skimmer’s water line).

Note:

You may want to get your water tested after using C-Clear as the fresh water will change your chemical balance.

At the filter head, disconnect the return line.  If the line is not a quick connect, then with a torch soften up the poly pipe to disconnect.  With a shop vac blow out the return lines.  When water is out, put on a plug partial way at the return closest to system and continue to blow out return line to make sure that all the water at the furthest return is out.  When all the water is out, put in two feet of foam rope into each return and plug off.  Put anti-freeze into the line at filter.

At skimmer put in about three feet of foam rope into main drain line, front line closest to pool and plug off or put flap over line, your will never get rid of water in this line, it is the main drain and comes in from the bottom of the pool.  Go over to system and take plugs off of the pump to drain, remove basket and continue to blow out skimmer line by putting vac hose into housing.  When complete, put in some anti-freeze down the line as well as two feet of foam rope into back line at skimmer and put gizzmo on.  You can pour a little anti-freeze down housing just to keep lubricated.  Switch filter head over to closed or winterized and undo plug and leave off, disconnect pressure gauge.

If you have a heater, undo the drain cock(s), take off pressure switch and let hang.  Make sure gas is shut off.

If you have any empty plastic containers, and a little water and throw into pool.  A cheap way to help prevent any ice damage.