In addition to
all the other great products and services we offer, OK Pool
Service also provides many valuable and convenient pool services.
We are proud to be part of SCP’s At Your Service Program, providing
the best and most reliable services for your pool. We help take the
work out of your pool, so you can enjoy the time relaxing with family
and friends.
- Equipment
Repairs
- Weekly
Maintenance Services
- Water
Testing
- Parts
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For more information,
please contact us today!
Pool
Maintenance
As fun as it is
to own a pool, it also takes some important cleaning and maintenance.
Without basic pool care, your pool may develop algae, the water may
change colors, the water may irritate eyes and skin, or many other serious
problems. The good news is that a few simple steps and basic procedures
can prevent problems like these. OK Pool Service has put together the
following quick reference tips for basic pool care for your convenience.
How to Clean
Your Filter
Sand Filter (once a week):
- Turn pump off
- Turn multiport
handle to backwash
- Turn pump on
for 1-2 minutes
- Turn pump off
- Turn multiport
handle to rinse
- Turn pump on
for 30 seconds
- Turn pump off
- Return multiport
handle to filter position
- Turn pump on
Cartridge Filter
(once every 2-4 weeks):
- Turn pump off
- Remove filter
element
- Using garden
hose, spray folds of element to remove dirt and debris
- Replace filter
element and reinstall filter lid
- Turn pump on,
check for leaks which may indicate worn O-ring or misaligned lid
How to Clean
Your Pump Basket
- Turn pump off
- Remove pump
lid
- Remove basket
*
- Using garden
hose or fingers - remove leaves and debris from basket. Do not bang
basket on hard surface - basket may crack.
- Replace clean
basket in pump
- Refill pump
with water for priming (about 1-2 quarts waters)
- Replace pump
lid ** - be sure to clean any dirt or debris from lid O-ring first
- Turn pump on
- stay with pump until system has fully restarted (when water is pumping
from jets and normal pressure is restored)
- *When removing
basket for cleaning make sure debris from basket does not fall back
into pump - this could cause a clogged impeller
- **Clean &
lube lid O-ring monthly
How to Vacuum
Your Pool
- Set up Cleaning
Equipment:
- Attach vac head
to pole
- Attach vac hose
to vac head
- Place vac head
& pole in pool
- Where hose breaks
surface from vac head, begin submerging hose by pushing it under water
which will purge air from hose
- Insert end of
hose in skimmer or vac line
Adjust valves:
- Make sure skimmer
or vac line valve is open
- Close drain
valve slowly
- If using vac
line, close skimmer halfway
- Vacuum pool
slowly moving vac head as far across pool as you can
- When finished,
disconnect end of hose from skimmer or vac line and remove equipment
from pool
- Restore valve
settings *
*If pool was very
dirty, clean basket & backwash or clean filter element
If you have any
questions on anything else, like chemicals or draining your pool for
example, please give us a call at 305.264.8400 or contact us online!
We’re always ready to help!
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Hurricane
Preparedness
Living in an area
that is in the path of many hurricanes, we often receive requests for
tips on how to prepare pools and spas for the storm to minimize damage.
Below are our suggestions for the best procedures to prepare your pool
and spa.
Before the
Storm
Pools:
- Do not empty
your pool or lower it’s water level. It is not necessary to
drain water from your pool.
- Let it overflow;
high water levels in your pool will protect your tile and marble finish
from flying debris. Runoff will be the same as a street, tennis court,
or saturated ground.
- Turn off all
electrical power to your pool at the breaker. This includes pump,
lighting, chlorinators, etc.
- Remove all loose
items from the pool area. All patio furniture, pool toys, pool maintenance
equipment should be secured. Do not throw patio furniture into the
pool; doing so could cause damage to your pool finish.
- Super chlorinate
your pool. This will help prevent algae from forming and the pool
water could be used for washing or flushing toilets if municipal supplies
fail.
- Remove and store
removable child safety fencing. Remember to install the deck caps.
Portable Spas:
- Do not drain
your spa. An empty portable spa may be moved and damaged by powerful
winds.
- Turn off all
electrical power to your spa at the breaker.
- Remove your
spa cover. Store it inside to avoid damage or loss.
- Remove all loose
items from the spa area and store inside.
- Super chlorinate
your spa. This will help prevent bacteria from forming.
After the Storm
Pools:
- Replace child
safety fencing. Store the deck caps for future use.
- Do not empty
your pool. Even if your pool is full of debris, high ground water
levels after the storm could cause structural damage - wait until
water levels fall back to normal.
- Super chlorinate
your pool. Remove as much debris as possible. Take a sample of water
to your local pool professional for analysis at first chance.
- Check pool system
with electricity off for signs of damage. Look for signs of water
intrusion or broken pipes, cracks in filter, etc. If you have any
doubt call your local pool professional before turning on power.
- Be aware! Some
chlorine feeders need special restart care. If you use an automatic
chemical feeder, check with your local pool or spa professional before
restarting.
Portable
Spas:
- Visually check
the spa shell, wood cabinet, and equipment pack for broken pipes,
cracks, and broken or loose electric wires.
- Adjust water
level back to proper height.
- Once you have
checked your equipment and wiring and there are no visible broken
pipes or cut loose wiring, put your breaker on and test the GFIC breaker
system (electrical power to the spa must be available to test GFIC).
- Before any use
of the spa water, it must be checked and analyzed by your local pool
and spa professional for proper sanitizing levels.
For additional information
about hurricane preparedness, please contact
OK Pool Service today!
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