Things You'll Need:
- Pool test kit Pool chemicals Pool brush Pool vacuum head Pool net
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Step 1
Use the test kit to check the chemical balance in the pool. The test kit will allow you to check the chlorine, pH and alkalinity of the water. If the pH is low, you will add pH Plus, and if it is high, you will add soda ash or pH Minus. If the chlorine level is low, you must shock the pool. Shocking the pool may be needed weekly while testing the water should be done a few times a week. You will need to add algaecide if the pool is showing signs of algae.
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Step 2
Use the pool net to scoop out as much of the top floating debris as you can. This may need to be done daily before swimming.
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Step 3
Brush down the pool walls and steps at least once a week. This is usually done before you use the pool vacuum head.
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Step 4
Turn on the pool pump to vacuum the pool. Attach the vacuum hose to the skimmer. Use the brush pole for the vacuum head. Move the vacuum slowly along the bottom of the pool to suck up the debris. You should only have one suction valve open for this procedure. Make sure that the water level is slightly above the skimmer marks on the side of the frame.
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Step 5
Remove the vacuum hose from the skimmer basket and clean out the basket. Check the skimmer basket to make sure there are no cracks and replace in the hole. Then clean the pump filter and check for noises or leaks that are out of the ordinary.
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Step 6
Inspect the pressure filter and backwash the pool if necessary. Turn the lever to backwash and the pump will start taking pumping out water. Clean the filter and replace in the pump.
