EcoSmarte Pool System Manual page 18

ECOsmarte recommends this procedure. If an algae bloom persists beyond one
week, use a Non-Metallic Algaecide for additional help. Finally, without adequate
filtration dead algae will remain in a pool and a "bad" filter will spin algae in cir-
cles. Note: A DE Filter pool with visible algae should use 1 quart non-metal
algaecide to sanitize grids. A suction style vacuum versus a sweep or "pop-ups"
is recommended.
BAQUACIL CONVERSION (SWIM 'N PLAY and any BIOGUANIDE)
Baquacil conversions require a slightly different start-up procedure. ECOsmarte
recommends the following:
DAY ONE
(1)
Allow Baquacil to run to zero.
(2)
Shock the pool water with Non-Chlorine Shock (4 lbs per 10,000 gallons)
DAY TWO
(3)
24 hours later, shock the pool water a second time with Non-Chlorine
Shock (2 lbs per 10,000 gallons)
(4)
Ionize pool water until a copper ppm of 0.5 is achieved, taking longer
than other pools with 96 hours likely.
Ex-Baquacil users need to clean their electrodes (every two weeks of the
first year) to prevent a chemical seal from forming on the electrodes.
NEW VINYL LINER OR GUNITE SURFACE
Unfortunately, the most effective way to cure a new vinyl liner or GUNITE sur-
face is to lightly chlorinate it for 10 to 14 days. This process is designed to
remove plaster dust before it gets in your filter and creates a season of prob-
lems. The chlorine residual in the pool will run itself to zero within 7 days after
the curing process is complete. Use: 1 gallon of regular bleach per 10,000 gal-
lons each week for two to six consecutive weeks to oxidize the gases from the
vinyl or plaster dust from GUNITE surfaces. No metal remover in the pool.
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