Can you put chlorine pucks in filter?

Simply putting the chlorine pucks in your skimmer is something you should never do. Putting the pucks directly in the skimmer will dissolve them way to quickly and will send concentrated chlroine through your whole filtration system wearing it down very quickly. The first tip is if you are using a chlorinator.

How do you put chlorine tablets in a filter?

It has long been believed that the ideal place to put your chlorine tablets is in your pool’s skimmer. As the water filters through, it will disperse the chlorine and keep your water at the appropriate level between 1-3 ppm.

Is it OK to put chlorine tablets in pump basket?

It is perfectly acceptable to put chlorine tablets in your skimmer basket. In fact, it is the normal place to put them as the water runs through the basket on its way to the pump so this helps them to dissolve.

How long after putting chlorine tablets in pool Can you swim?

How Long Do I Have To Wait To Swim After Adding Pool Chemicals? It is recommended to wait at least 20 minutes to an hour after adding water balancing chemicals. You should wait 2-4 hours (or one full cycle through the filter) to swim from the moment you use calcium chloride in your pool.

How do you use chlorine granules in a floating dispenser?

Insert one 3-inch chlorine tablet into the open dispenser. Never mix different types of sanitizing chemicals in the dispenser. Don’t throw loose chlorine tablets in the water; they must be used in the dispenser to avoid unwanted chlorine saturation. Replace the lid and turn it clockwise to lock it in place.

How many chlorine tablets do you put in dispenser?

How Many Chlorine Tablets? For smaller hot tubs we recommend 1-3 tablets and for larger hot tubs 3-5 tablets.

How to use chlorine tablets with my Intex pool?

Pour the chlorinated water into the Intex pool, and turn on the pool pump to circulate the chlorinated water throughout the pool. Kimberly Johnson is a freelance writer whose articles have appeared in various online publications including eHow, Suite101 and Examiner.

What kind of filter do you need for an Intex pool?

Algaecides are used to prevent algae growth in a pool. Added weekly, the liquid works to dissolve algae’s outer protective layers, so that chlorine can penetrate. Clarifiers are used to help small pool filters trap tiny particles, coagulating fine contaminants into larger clumps that can be trapped by your Intex pool filter.

Can you use chlorine tablets in an above ground pool?

Do not simply toss the chlorine tablets into the Intex pool as the undissolved tablets will damage the pool liner. Chlorine keeps pools clean. The Intex corporation manufactures a variety of above ground swimming pools and equipment such as pool filters, inflatables and swimming gear.

What should the pH level be in an Intex pool?

With the typical small filters found on Intex pools, regular ‘super-chlorination’ is important for healthy water (and healthy swimmers). Maintaining a good pH level and constant chlorine reading is good enough for some pools, but with a small pool filter and high pool use, your water may need additional help.

Can You Make your own chlorine for an Intex pool?

Don’t worry about it! If you opted for the Intex Salt Chlorinator, you can make your own chlorine by adding Pool Salt to the water. Otherwise, most Intex pools use our 3″ Chlorine Tablets in a floating chlorinator, aka Chlorine Floater.

Can you use a floating chlorine dispenser in pool?

Can get stuck around ladders, or in corners of the pool. Can damage pool walls. Not recommended for vinyl liner pools. Note: A floating chlorine dispenser is only good for tablets, and not to be used with liquid chlorine or granules.