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Swimming pool start-up: complete step-by-step guide
Swimming pool start-up: complete step-by-step guide
Posté leStarting up your pool is a crucial step to fully enjoy your pool from the first fine days.
Restarting your pool requires a methodical approach to ensure crystal-clear, healthy pool water. Discover our complete guide to successfully restarting your pool after winterizing.
When should you restart your swimming pool?
The 15°C temperature rule
The pool should be started as soon as the water temperature reaches 12°C, or 15°C for pools equipped with a salt chlorinator. This rule helps prevent the growth of algae and limits the consumption of treatment products.
Ideal period March-April
March and April are the optimal time to start up your pool. Waiting any longer complicates pool commissioning and increases the need for water treatment products.
Difference between active and passive wintering
Passive winterizing requires a more complex restart than active winterizing. In the case of passive winterizing a pool, filtration was completely stopped, requiring more steps to fill the pool with water.
Complete cleaning of the pool
Cleaning of beaches and water lines
Start by cleaning the edges and pool surrounds with a jet of water, starting from the edges and working outwards. The waterline requires careful cleaning with a sponge and products specially designed for the pool area. Be careful to only use suitable products to preserve your liner .
Cleaning the wall and vacuuming the bottom of the pool
Remove large impurities using a skimmer. Then clean the walls and bottom of the pool with a robot vacuum or manually. This step is essential for the quality of your pool water.
Water treatment and balancing
pH analysis and correction
Checking the pH is a fundamental step in starting up your pool. The ideal value is between 7 and 7.2 to optimize the effectiveness of treatment products. A properly adjusted pH guarantees product effectiveness and swimming comfort.
Mandatory chlorine shock treatment
Perform a chlorine shock treatment to eliminate microorganisms. For a pool filled with water, use a 20g/m³ tablet with continuous filtration for 24 to 48 hours. This chlorine shock treatment is essential for healthy pool water.
Salt pools require special attention during startup. After the initial treatment, you can restart your chlorinator to produce natural chlorine.
Commissioning also requires regular cleaning of the filter and filtration system. Check the pump and filtration clock are working properly before starting.
For a first water installation or a pool put into service after renovation, do not hesitate to configure your pool according to your specific needs.
The chlorine level in your pool should be monitored regularly after commissioning. Successful pool treatment during commissioning guarantees months of worry-free swimming.
This procedure for restarting your pool after winterizing will allow you to quickly enjoy your pool. Water restarted following these steps will ensure optimal quality throughout the summer season.
