The slimy film can be removed with good pH level, good bromine level, a good brush and good filtering. You may also need some pH adjustment chemicals, but possibly not, if your pH stays within 7.2-7.8 range. This post is incredibly helpful! 5,000 gallons. Ive noticed that our two tablets are deteriorating rather slowly. Again, if you already know your pool volume you can skip this part. How long should it take for the water to chlorinate to the proper level and is that too much chlorine? Shall I add some chemical or other any way out. "contentUrl": "", Hi! Recommended level is 30 ppm. Hi! Hi I have a 10 foot intro pool and got some 3 chlorine tabs but not sure how many to use and if its daily or weekly? All saltwater pool owners should keep a small supply of both tablets and pool shock available, or move quickly to buy for occasional emergency use. Brittany, the tablets may take a few days to reach a level of protection. These handy online tools ask you to enter the values from your test strips, the volume of water in your pool, and some other information. 1 tablet for 1,000 gallons small pool of water to keep fresh. "address": "", Hi Molly, the impeller may be clogged. 2. When do I need to shock the pool? Does the water need to be replaced every couple of weeks or just keeping it clean with chemicals would be ok? Heavily shaded pools or indoor pools do not need stabilizer aka conditioner. How many 3 chlorine tablets should I use? Also any idea how many gallons it takes to fill a 1548 intex pool? Yes, if you want to go chlorine free on an 8 Intex, I would suggest you go with Biguanide systems, such as Baquacil, Revacil, Soft Swim, or our own brand, Aqua Silk. If not using a full bag of shock, be sure to clip the bag closed tightly and store inside of a plastic tupperware to block out insects, dirt, moisture, and prevent spills, all of which can be dangerous. There you have it -everything you need to know about using chlorine tablets. Hi Maura, yes that is the basics, and you may need nothing else. As the dispenser floats across the surface of your pool, it releases chlorine into your water. Thanks so much for your reply. Pool chlorine comes in three common forms: tablets, granules, and liquid. For the greatest protection against algae, bacteria, and cloudy water, Intex pools should maintain a chlorine level of 2.0-4.0 ppm at all times. Its turned cloudy and green. What would you suggest for maintenance? Hi Lisa, get a 15K start-up kit, 25 lbs of 3 chlorine tablets and a chlorine floater. Hi Dave How do I start with the ph levels and I also read baking soda works for alkalinity.I purchased some clarifier+algaecide to prevent algae I have no idea how much to put in and how frequently. My favorite is the $20 Taylor Troubleshooter, but we have a $10 Taylor DUO (pH/Cl) test kit also. After shocking with non-chlorine shock, there is no wait to swim, but for chlorine shock, wait the recommended time, from the package label, to be sure all granules are dissolved, or usually 8-hrs. Also shock if you see algae, or if you suspect bacteria may be present in the pool, with diapered children or many bathers, or animals, for instance. If you do not have CYA it will lead to algae forming and unwanted bacterial being able to survive in the water. I also recommend Clarifier and Algaecide added as weekly doses, for these small pools with small filters, these chemicals are in the pool opening (start-up) kits, or you can buy separately. I think our pool is 1300 g so presume its 3 tablets a week?? I have an 18 x 48 pool. Hi Billie, Run the filter every day for at least 8-hours (if covered), and 16 hours per day if open. Yes, that sounds about right, but there are many variables affecting how much is needed to maintain the minimum 1.0 ppm level. While you could get away with using test strips for this step, we strongly recommend using a liquid testing kit for the most accurate results. Tablets come in 1 inch (2.5 cm) and 3 inches (7.6 cm) sizes. Easy! Hi there Ive been reading your answers above and have purchased all the recommended In The Swim chemicals for my 10x 30 Intex easy-set pool. So if youve ever wondered how its possible for a bunch of people to swim in a single rectangleof water without anyone getting sick, you can thank chlorine for that. Which means four tablets are enough to sanitize a 20,000-gallon pool. Thanks for the question Ruby. This only involves calculating your pool volume and takes less work overall to figure out but the result will only give you a rough starting point. Hi Davy, I just purchased a 14 x 42 Intex above ground pool. It is also important to always round up to the nearest 5,000 gallons. We just bought a 18 X 48 pool what cover should we get, I would like one that keeps the water warm if possible. The larger tablets are the preferred option. I bought a 8 ft Intex easyset pool without a filter. What is the difference between pH decreaser ad alkalinity decreaser? Thank you so much in advance for your help. No worries though, chlorine should come down soon! Only less tablets and shock, for a smaller pool. In addition, most small Intex pools have smalll Intex filters and can benefit from the use of a Clarifier and Algaecide, added weekly per label dosage. Use test strips to test for chlorine and pH level, every other day or so. If it rises above 7.6, add pH decreaser. I usually put a bag of shock in each week. And if everything is great, use it every few weeks, to shock the pool, or super-chlorinate, to kill anything missed by the daily tablet chlorination. This is clealry my first time. If it is super over-chlorinated, like 50 ppm or something, then you may want to use reducer, or replace half the water and refill with fresh. So, multiply the dosage listed on the bucket or bottle by .0639 to calculate your dosage. Hi Davy, we just purchased the Intex 18 x 9 x 52 Ultra Frame Rectangular Above Ground Swimming Pool with Sand Filter Pump. And if the water looks bad, dump it and refill. It was set up 14 days ago. Should I shock or add chlorine BEFORE my levels get out of wack or is it ok to wait a few days and then start a weekly routine? Hi Charles, it happens! If the water is clean and clear, then add about 3 oz of liquid chlorine per 1000 gallons of water - while the pool filter is running. . Is this safe for that pool? Hi-we have a new 15 foot intex pool-4400 gallons this year-all has been great-with alkalinity staying strong about 80 and pH 7.2 However, being the impatient person I amI set up and filled the pool today. How much time should elapse after adding chemicals do I recheck levels? Rain is pure water, but as it falls thru the air it can pick up pollutants and other contaminants. Im trying to figure out how much chemicals or what all the chemicals I need to put in the pool when I first put water in it. Those are the ones we really need to know for determining how many chlorine tablets to add. If so, break out your granular and toss in a few heaping tablespoons. Leaving chlorine tablets on the bottom of your pool can cause permanent staining and bleach liners. The amount of chlorine etc. If you cant do 24 hrs, at least do 14-16 hrs daily, every day! If you prefer using liquid chlorine over granules and tablets, you should add a maximum of half a liter of chlorine per 50,000 liters of pool water. And will still need granular chlorine for shock treatments. We got an 8 ft Intex pool. They usually come in 1-inch or 3-inch pucks and are placed in floating dispensers, pool skimmers, or automatic chlorinators. Im not sure how to start with the maintenance I really dont want to be changing water since I feel like its a good bit. April, yes you will be fine, just check the pH and adjust if needed to 7.2-ish, then shock the pool with chlorine, brush the walls and floor and run the filter. I am a first time pool owner. Most intex pools need just one 3 tablet at a time, with a good pH level for the most chlorine potency. "@type": "Organization", We put the recommended chlorine tablet in a floater and its now saying my chlorine levels are too high. Rich. Use Up and Down arrow keys to navigate search results. Each slow-dissolving chlorine puck adds approximately 5.5 ppm of chlorine per 10,000 gallons over several days. There are three common ways to use pool tablets: using an automatic chlorinator, inside a floating dispenser, or placed in your skimmer basket. We noticed that there was a slimy film all along the bottom. If youre looking for a more scientific answer to how many chlorine tablets you need in your pool, this section is for you. Hello! Using them the wrong way can damage your pool, and waste your money which are two great reasons to keep reading this post. Test it and see It is usually best to use 1 tablets on pools less than 12 round. The built-in stabilizer protects chlorine from sunlight burn-off so the chlorine lasts longer. And a start-up kit for 7500 gals. Your test strip package might have a good guide right on the bottle. How soon can the pool be used after adding the chemicals? What am I doing wrong? A third issue could be happening, and that is that when you add chlorine only once per day, adding 1/2 cup only lasts so long, and even with stabilization, if added in the morning, the chlorine level will fall by noon. It is important that you do not place your chlorine tablets directly in the skimmer. Replace your filter sand every year, on small sand filters under 18 dia. (Bacteria and chloramines are not visible, but if you suspect bacteria, from heavy pool use by people who should have showered first :-), or from animals, or if something looks not right, or if eyes are burning and the pool smells strongly of chlorine [chloramines]). Same question for clarifier. Kids can swim with the chlorine floater in the pool, but if there is lots of activity it might be best to remove it, just dont forget to put it back after swimming! Thanks!! Add chlorine tablets to the floater, replace when depleted. Keep the chlorine floater in the pool 24/7, and I would recommend running the filter all day, and all night, or if you must skimp, shut it off at night, when the sun is down and temperatures are cooler. Yes, that is too much. I read the bottle but it gives doses for a much larger pool size than what I have. These hold those 3 inch chlorine tablets and gradually dissipate while bobbing around the swimming pool. If using pool chlorine (12% sodium hypochlorite) use half the amounts below. Also, I didnt realize when shocking that levels should be brought up to 10-20ppmHow long after shocking is it safe to swim in the water? As soon as we clean it, probably resolved. I also bought a floater for in the pool. Hi Dave, Jean, I believe that they both run at the same time, because a salt chlorinator must have water flowing through it to produce any chlorine. Another way to think about how much chlorine to to your pool is a ratio of 3 . (fingers crossed). We just got an intex 830, approx 690 gallons round pool. Was planning on upgrading the pump as suggested but now I am wondering about splurging for the salt pump and using salt instead of chlorine. Hi little bird, the white stuff may be what I call shock dust or residue from the granular chlorine. It is really appreciated. I will be adding another 1/2lb of shock pre dissolved today (2nd day). Floater > many chlorine tablet floaters to choose from 5. Dont worry about pH/Alk, just add a little pH increaser to bring alk up to 60 ppm and ph up in the 7.2 range. This is also a good time to add water to your pool from evaporation if needed. Do I need to buy a filter? Just add it directly to the pool, with the filter running. REmove the lid to the filter and pull out the cartridge and hose it off well, with a high pressure garden hose spray (Not a pressure washer). I dont know the first thing about chemicals, ph levels, chlorine etc. You may already be using one now. 1" tablet is suitable for spas, very small pools, and very large pools. I have the Intex easy set 8 foot pool. Hi Also, doesnt seem like chlorine floater included how important is that and which vacuum do you recommend for this pool? This is the first time having a pool. 4400 gallons? Just set my pool up not long ago. Tammy, use enough chlorine tablets to produce a constant and consistent level of chlorine, of 1-2 ppm, as verified by your test kit. So you would use 3 tablets for your 14,000-gallon pool. All kidding aside, that is much better than the other way around! Water is is perfect and clear and I tested. Sure you can do that, if you are refilling it every week or so, just chlorine is fine, to keep it safe and fresh. Read the label on your chlorine tablet package carefully. Hi, yes you can add both chemicals near the same time, and no need to remove the chlorinator. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. if your pH is above 7.6, use pH decreaser, just a small amount, dont over-shoot it, add some, test again and add more again later if needed. Can that make it cloudy? Theyre a popular choice amongst pool owners because of how easy they are to use. You can use a piece of pool noodle, or a ziploc filled with air, or balloon, or a ball. How do you know if your pool suffers from chlorine lock or demand? There are a few different ways to add the tablets to the pool. Chlorine will go down naturally. Technically, liquid chlorine costs less per volume than chlorine tablets. 40% Thicker Walls, 7-inch Large Chlorine Dispenser For Inground and Above Ground Swimming Pool, 2 Year Warranty (For 3-inch Chlorine Tablets). Hi Hulya, it could be an algae, or it could be pollen, or perhaps theres a dusty construction site nearby. If you have a small pool of 5,000 gallons or less, consider getting the 1" tabs instead. I also ordered intex 1.25 1.5 hose type b hose adapters for saltwater pumps and intex hose conversion adaptor kit. I havent added any other chemicals or even cut the pump on. Hi Barbara, start with chlorine its most important to maintain a Constant and Consistent level of chlorine in the water, 24/7 at a minimum of 1.0 ppm, up to 3.0 ppm. Hi Rosie, you will need two types, chlorine tablets and chlorine granular, aka pool shock. Basically, as long as you know your pool volume, you can very quickly decide how many 3-inch tablets to use by dividing that number by 5,000 and rounding up to the nearest whole number. Test strips > Aquachek Yellow 4-way (Cl, pH, Alk, Cya) No. Long-lasting sunlight protection. If you must limit run-time, shut it off at night, and run during the [hot] day. I tested the water today and everything is in the normal range. You will need more chlorine when hot. Pool is still cloudy-definitely had some algae-but Ive been scrubbing vacuuming and cleaning filter for past 3 days. The water has stayed clear and the pool has never gotten slimy, never seen any algae etc. But floating dispensers arent perfect. One tablet in a floater should be good for daily chlorination. Hi Sabrina, small pools big pools, they all have the same water management chemicals and concerns. Based on the constant heavy chlorine odor I believe Im adding to much chlorine to the pool. How and what can I do to keep the pool and water levels where they need to be? How do I stabilize it? Stock up and save money on chlorine tablets for the season by getting the standard 3-inch stabilized chlorine pucks. Pool chemical labeling is very regulated, and is consistent in format and information. Add. You can enjoy a cool, refreshing dip in the Summer, or heat up the water for awarm and cozy swim in the Fall. I have a 12f round pool and my chlorine and total alkalinity are perfect but my Ph and my Cyanuruc Acid are low Should I try to increase both? Run the filter 24 hours per day, 7 days per week for best results. Use enough tablets to maintain a proper chlorine reading (1-2 ppm), as verified by your test kit. If left sitting for a few days, the tablets can create an area of highly concentrated, chlorinated water, which can be corrosive to pool equipment and pipes. HTH Super 3 Inch Chlorine Tablets for Pool, Pool Chemicals, 25 lbs. But if they are the same TC=FC, then all is well. I got it all hooked up today and then it hit me that I wont be changing the water every few days like I usually would with our smaller Pool. . pH is best at 7.2-7.6. Adding four chlorine tablets to your pool's 20,000 gallon capacity would make it bigger. When chlorine levels are low, bacteria flourish and water becomes cloudy. I have maintained my P.H. Hi Lisa, that is a great list. Once the pool is open, it is extremely important to maintain a constant and consistent level of chlorine in the water. I am assuming the gallons of the pool is 755 gallons. These contaminants are often the culprits for cloudy water, and they can gum up small cartridge filters. I have the 830 round intex and bought the basic startup kit but there are no overall instructions, just instructions on each packet. But there are some downsides to chlorine pucks. Some amount of CYA is desirable, but too much CYA sharply reduces the effectiveness of the chlorine in your pool water (details in the articles linked below). How often? It needs daily circulation and filtration, or its stagnant, and stuff grows.