Swimming Pool Chemistry Adding Chlorine

Once ideal pH and alkalinity levels are achieved, chlorine can be introduced into you pool. The total amount of chlorine to apply relates to the present amount of chlorine already in your water, and the product of chlorine used. Follow manufacturer’s instructions for proper amounts.

          As mentioned earlier, chlorine dissipates rapidly under UV Light. The most abundant source of this light comes from our sun. With that said, chlorine products should only be added during the late afternoon or early evening. This allows a decent time frame for the chlorine to mix with the water completely, before the sun rays can hinder its productivity.

          Chlorine should be evenly distributed over entire pool. Or, you can gradually pour it near the return line to quickly and evenly distribute it.

          Chlorine levels must stay between 1.0 and 3.0 ppm to promote complete sanitization. If you’re using a Pool Wizard, a constant level of 0.5 ppm is required. The combination of the two will offer a far more efficient sanitizing cycle that chlorine alone.

A strong chlorine smell gives hint to very high levels of contaminates. You may need to shock treat your pool water. By adding large amounts of non-stabilized chlorine, you aid in the rapid destruction of any repulsive matter within your pool.0