What is chlorine shock treatment?

What is chlorine shock treatment?

Shocking is the process of adding chemicals (usually chlorine) to your pool to: break apart chloramines, also known as combined chlorine. quickly raise your chlorine level. kill algae, bacteria or other harmful pathogens.

Should I use chlorine or non-chlorine shock?

Non-chlorine shock is a good option if you want to get rid of organic debris and murky water and go right back to swimming. It is also effective to reduce combined chlorine. If you have an algae bloom or are worried about extra bacteria from a heavy load of swimmers, only chlorinated shock will do the trick.

Is shock stronger than chlorine?

Using Liquid shock or liquid bleach regularly will increase your pH so make sure you keep an eye on your pH and alkalinity levels. ... This type of shock is much stronger than liquid shock typically has 65 to 75 percent available chlorine.

Should I backwash after shocking pool?

Backwash only as needed. Brush the pool vigorously, several times after shocking the pool. Do not use a solar blanket until chlorine and pH level are normal. ... Improve filtration with a pool filter cleaner or filter aid like Jack's Filter Fiber.

Can you shock a pool two days in a row?

It's pretty tough to over-shock your pool; shocking your pool two days in a row with the proper dosage for your pool volume shouldn't be a problem – and in fact, is sometimes even needed to rid your pool of algae and other contaminants.

What is the purpose of non chlorine shock?

Non-chlorine shock, such as Leslie's Fresh 'n Clear, is an oxidizer. It uses the power of “active oxygen” to destroy contaminants in pool and spa water. This eases the load of your regular FAC residual, allowing that chlorine to stay effective longer. This, in turn, prevents chloramines from building up.

Can you use too much non chlorine shock?

Non-chlorine shock doesn't contain CYA, therefore the CYA levels in the pool won't rise when you use it. ... Too much CYA in the pool can “lock” the pool's free chlorine. If this occurs, the residual chlorine becomes less effective as a sanitizing agent, and water issues will arise.

What chemicals are in pool shock?

• Pool shocks can be chlorine or non-chlorine-based. Chlorine-based pool shocks include calcium hypochlorite, commonly referred to as Cal-Hypo, Lithium Hypochlorite, and dichloroisocyanuric acid, more commonly referred to as Di-Chlor. Non-chlorine-based pool shock is made from potassium monopersulfate.

What is a non chlorine shock?

• Non-chlorine shock contains a combination of oxygen and potassium. It may be known as Oxone, Potassium Monopersulfate, or Potassium Peroxymonosulfate, and is usually abbreviated MPS. There are a lot of potential benefits to non-chlorine shock. It dissolves immediately upon hitting the water and leaves no residue.

How do you use liquid chlorine to shock pool?

• Hold jug of liquid chlorine as far away from your body and as far into the pool as is comfortable and safe. (Do not lean over so far that you risk falling in, simply extend your arm). ... Pour the liquid chlorine into the pool with the jug as close to the water surface as possible in order to prevent splashing.