What you’ll need:
Pool Care Solutions
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Aqua Boost
Filter Cleaner & Degreaser
How to
clear up a
green pool
Extreme Algaecide
Supa Floc
Algygone
Phosphate Eliminator
For a thorough explanation on the correct use of these products,
please refer to information contained on the packaging.
For your nearest store
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www.clarkrubber.com.au
Every pool owner has, at one time or another,
done battle with the occasional algae bloom.
Algae spores constantly enter the pool, brought in
by wind, rain or even contaminated swimsuits or
equipment. The unsightly growth can turn a
sparkling pool green overnight.
Solution continued
• Out of balance water
• Presence of phosphates
• Warm temperatures
• Sunlight
• Presence of nitrates and/or carbon dioxide.
Step 2
The primary cause of the algae may also be a lack of
• Proper circulation
• Filtration
• Sanitation.
• Adjust pH level between 7.4 – 7.6
• Use Filtrite pH Down or Filtrite Pool Acid to lower pH
• Use Filtrite pH Up to increase pH.
• Ensure skimmer and pump baskets are clean
and free of debris.
• Run filter on recirculate for 2 hours and
recheck to ensure correct pH
• For cartridge filters remove cartridge.
Step 3
Problem
• Add Filtrite Extreme Algaecide at
2.5 litres per 50,000 litres of pool water.
• Distribute throughout pool
• Run filter on recirculate for 2 hours.
• For cartridge filters remove cartridge.
• Unsightly discolouration
• Short filter cycles
• Staining of pool interior
• Excessive chlorine demand
Step 4
Prevention
• Proper chemical balance
• Removing phosphates from the water
• Maintain sanitiser level
• Use of a long life algaecide
IMPORTANT:
Do not use Filtrite Algygone and Filtrite Extreme
Algaecide in any pool using an Ironiser or Nature2
or a liquid chlorine feeder. In situations like this, we
recommened Filtrite Ultimate Algaecide.
• Add Aqua Boost at 500 gms per 25,000 litres.
• Premix in bucket and distribute evenly throughout pool.
• Alternatively, 15 litres Liquid Chlorine per
25,000 litres pool water can be used.
• Run filter for 24 hours on recirculate.
• For cartridge filters remove cartridge.
Step 5
• The water should appear cloudy. If still green,
repeat step 4.
• Run Filter for 48 hours on Filter mode.
• For Cartridge filters, reinstall cartridge.
Step 6
‘Clean up your
green pool by
following these
simple steps’
Solution
• Vacuum sediment from pool floor
• Backwash filter as required or clean cartridge using
Filtrite Cartridge Cleaner.
Step 7
• Add Filtrite Algygone at 1 litre per 50,000 litres to prevent
algae growth from recurring.
• Use Filtrite Phosphate Eliminator to reduce nutrient level,
have water tested for required dose
If pool has not cleared in 48 hours, you may need to floc the pool using
Filtrite Supa Floc. See How to Clear Up Cloudy Water Pool Care Guide.
Step 1
• Remove all excess leaves and debris from pool using a
Filtrite Leaf Rake.
• Brush wall and floor using Filtrite Pool Broom.
Make sure you have a FREE professional water analysis of your
pool or spa water at your local Clark Rubber store every 4 weeks.
Ask for your FREE water sample bottle.
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