Swimming Pool Tips and Reviews

The Polaris 9650iQ Sport is the new flagship robotic cleaner from Polaris Pool. This cleaner has all the bells and whistles you could ask for and more. This latest update of the 9000 Series robotic cleaner makes it a top choice if you are willing to spend the money on a top tier robotic cleaner. This is part of the Trade Series line of Polaris products so it is only available at your local brick and mortar pool store. It will retail for $1,499 with a $125 rebate until September 4 th 2017. Here are some of the key features of the Polaris 9650iQ: You can control and program the 9650iQ Sport from the iAquaLink App. You can download and install the iAquaLink App on your Android or Apple Device: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/iaqualink/id443059509?mt=8 https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zodiac.iaqualink&hl=en From the App you can customize the cleaning time, the pool shape, cleaning the floor only or cleaning floor and walls. You can

Acid Magic is a safe alternative to muriatic ccid with 90% less fumes and contains a proprietary ingredient that prevents buns to your skin. It is Hydrochloric Acid but it has the same strength as 31.45% muriatic acid. There are many applications for pool and spa use as well as household use. Here are some of the benefits of using Acid Magic: Up to 90% less fumes than traditional muriatic acid. Buffering agents prevent burns to intact skin. Clean, clarify and etch like full strength 20° Baume, 31.45%, muriatic acid. Use ACID Magic exactly as you would standard muriatic acid. Phosphate free. Great for Salt Cell cleaning. Does not contain urea hydrochloride. ACID Magic is certified by NSF to NSF/ANSI Standard 60 for use as a drinking water treatment chemical. Acid Magic is great at cleaning pool salt cells. You would still use the 4 to 1 ratio or greater just like muriatic acid. Four parts water one part acid, or even a weake

This is the Lamotte WaterLink Spin Touch Mobile which can do 10 test factors in 60 seconds. It is a truly awesome water tester in every way. The readings are reliable and accurate and the testing couldn't be easier. The SKU for the Mobil unit is this: Lamotte #3581 MOBILE WaterLink SPIN TOUCH Lab and it is priced at this publication at $889.00. This of course is not your everyday test kit but great for so many applications. If you service Commercial Accounts this is a great way to keep your logs for the Health Department and Pool Manager. For Resorts, Hotels and Clubs this would be a perfect way to get spot on readings to assure that the Public Pool is safe. And of you are a Health Inspector there is no better water tester than this. Here is the link to purchase form Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/Lamotte-3581-MOBILE-WaterLink-TOUCH/dp/B01MT0CWH1/ref=as_sl_pc_qf_sp_asin_til?tag=swimmingpooll-20&linkCode=w00&linkId=70a19a4838f18443c7f952f5498f4db3&am

pH is the most important test factor for you swimming pool and if it gets out of balance there are many negative effects that you will encounter. The ideal pH is 7.5 but it can be as low as 7.2 and still be fine. Most experts agree that 7.4-7.6 is the range the pH should be maintained at in your swimming pool. pH (7.2-7.8) The pH of the water, determines if it is acidic or basic. Either extreme can have disastrous effects on the pool finish, equipment, or plumbing. When the pH is out of range, bathers may complain of eye discomfort or other ailments. An acidic pH will cause the water to become aggressive. It will etch the plaster and cement finishes around the pool. Worse yet, it will dissolve the metallic components of the pool. The most expensive metallic component is the copper heat exchanger within the pool heater. The ideal range for the pH again is 7.4 - 7.6 (though 7.2 - 7.8 is acceptable). Low pH will cause: Corrosive Water Stains Etched plaster

I am teaming up with Polaris Pool to start the Summer off with a product Giveaway. Enter today to win the Polaris TR36P Pressure Side (Return Side) cleaner. The Contest starts today and will run until May 31 st 2017. There is no purchase necessary to win and you can enter in 9 different ways. To enter the contest: https://www.swimmingpoollearning.com/giveaway-polaris-tr36p-contest The more ways you enter will increase your chances to win. Each entry has a specific point total. The contest is run by Gleam and they will randomly pick the winner on June 1 st . When you enter Gleam will ask you for your email so that they can sent you and entry confirmation and notify you if you are the winner. This contest is open to all ages but you must be a resident of the U.S. or have a U.S. Mailing address. I will not be able to ship the TR36P internationally. I will not be collecting your e-mail information and I also have nothing to do with choosing the winner. It

The Pentair Quad D.E. Filter is a unique filter type that combines the ease of use of a cartridge filter with the filter efficiency of a D.E. Filter. I have several of these filters on my pool route and if you go with a D.E. Filter for your pool the Quad D.E. Is definitely worth a look. The first thing you will notice about the Quad D.E. Is that it doesn't take up much space at your equipment pad. The 60 sq ft version in this video is about the size of a standard 48 sq ft filter. The 80 sq ft and 100 sq ft versions are about the size of a standard 60 sq ft D.E. Filter. This benefits you if your equipment area is tight and installing a large filter is not possible. The interior of the Quad D.E. Is what sets it apart from your standard D.E. Filter. Instead of a Top Manifold and eight grids you have four cartridges with an easy to remove top manifold that just snaps off of the cartridges. The reason the Quad D.E. Does not have the same filter area as a cartridge filter

PoolRx is a Mineral Technology does two very simple things when used in your pool or spa; it eliminates all algae and will allow you to use less chlorine during the pool season. The active ingredient is Copper Sulphate Pentahydrate (chelated). What Chelated means is that the metals in the PoolRx have been bonded to form two coordinated bonds similar to what Metal Sequestering Agents do. This means that the Metal Ions will remain in the PoolRx unit with no metal ions being introduced into the pool or spa water. PoolRx is Chelated so the metal ions stay within the PoolRx unit itself. Make sure that you choose the right size PoolRX unit so that the treatment will be effective. You can place it either in your skimmer or pump basket. When you first insert the unit run your pool for 3-4 hours. Then run it the normal cycle to get at least one full cycle of water from the pool, into the filter and back into the pool again. The PoolRx unit should last 4-6 months. PoolR

The eBook “Swimming Pool Care The Essential Guide” which I call a vBook because it has over 500 video links. These video links are by category to help you find a video for your specific pool problem or pool need. Looking for an automatic cleaner? I have reviewed most of them and the video links are all here in this book. Note that you must have an internet connection to view the videos. Having a problem with your pump or filter? You can find the solution right in these pages. I had been asked on many occasions if I had a comprehensive guide of all of my videos, so I decided to create one here in this vBook. The design is simple and straightforward. Each section is listed in a specific order and under each section there are articles and more importantly, video links to videos on my YouTube Channel. Here are the Sections covered in the book: Algae Treatment & Green Pool Clean-Up Balancing Your Pool Water Pool Test Kits Cleaning Tools Cleaning Tools Advanced Vacuum