Maintaining your Swimming Pool

 

How your system works:

Your system consists of a pump, which sucks water through the skimmer (top opening with the flapper) and usually through the bottom suction (s) (main drain). The water travels to the filter system. This could be a sand filter, cartridge filter, or diatomaceous earth (DE) filter, no matter what type of filter system you have, you can contact the service team at Backyard Delights for proper care and cleaning instructions. After your water has passed through your filter it is ready to travel through the heating system (if you have one). Heating systems can be gas, electric, solar or other alternative types of systems available. Understanding how to operate your type of heater can save huge amounts of money. If you don’t have a heating system and would like one we will be happy to discuss the system best suited to your needs. From the Heater the water will pass through your Chlorinating system (if you have one), whether it be a salt generator or a tab feeder. These in-line chlorinators are designed to maintain a constant level of sanitizer to your pool water, they are a great asset to your pool equipment. Now that your water has traveled through your entire system it is ready to return to your pool through the jets located just below the surface of the water. Ask one of our professionals about the importance of jet positioning to get the most out of your filter and heating system. Your system should also have a time clock. Normal operation should be approximately 12 hours per day, your individual needs may vary depending on surrounding conditions and bathing load.

Tips on maintaining a clean, healthy pool:

  • Keep your deck clean
  • Keep trees, shrubs and other foliage away from the pool
  • Minimal use of suntan oils
  • Keep pool vacuumed
  • Periodically brush the walls and waterline of your pool
  • Keep your pets out of the pool
  • Maintain proper water levels

Water safety is the #1 concern as a pool owner. Children and non swimmers should never be left alone by the pool for even a few seconds. If you are the “life guard” be sure to bring your phone, towels, radio, whatever you may need with you before allowing anyone into the pool.

I hope this helps you understand how your pool works and how to best take care of it. If you have any questions (and I’m sure you will) feel free to call Backyard Delights, free advice is always available.

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