SAFETY, CLEANING, & CHEMICAL HANDBOOK

Crissy Withrow                 Renée Jeep                     Chad Beasley        

President                   Director of Operations                             Executive Division Manager

cwithow@midwestpool.com                    rjeep@midwestpool.com                             cbeasley@midwestpool.com

314-743-4826                314-73-4870                          816-350-2628

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION                                                                                 PG. 2

SAFETY                                                                                         PG. 2

        PPE

        Instructions located on chemicals/cleaning supplies

        SDS

GENERAL POOL CLEANING                                                                         PG. 2

        Bathrooms

        Pool Deck

        Trashcans

        Facility Area/Pool Entrance

        Guard Room

        Filter Room

        Pool

DAILY TASKS                                                                                        PG. 5

        Before Opening

        During the Day

        Closing

 POOL CHEMISTRY                                                                                 PG. 9

        Basic Water Care & Quality

        Testing Chemicals

        Water Chemistry Levels

        Testing and Adjusting Chlorine and pH Readings

        Filtering Your Pool Water

CHEMICAL HANDLING AND SAFETY                                                                 PG. 10

OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION & NEW GLOBAL HARMONIZATION                                PG. 11

POOL CHEMICALS                                                                                 PG. 13

        List of each chemical used w/ purpose and safety information

ALGAE                                                                                                 PG. 16

POOL WATER CONTAMINATION                                                                 PG. 16

CHEMICAL SPILL                                                                                 PG. 17

MAINTENANCE LOGS                                                                                 PG. 17

        Chemical Log

        Daily Pool Maintenance Sheet

        Safety Checklist

        Water Park Safety Checklist

        Pool Closure Log

        Communication Log

HEALTH DEPARTMENT INSPECTIONS                                                                 PG. 18

CHEMICAL ROOM ADMITTANCE                                                                 PG. 19

INDEX                                                                                                 PG. 20

Deck Vacuum instructions

Skimmer Vacuum Instructions

Skimmer Vacuum for Stingl SR 500

Operating Instructions for Stingl SR 500: Filter

Operating Instructions for Stingl SR 500: Backwash

Leaf Master

Power Washing  

Cleaning a Hair/Lint Basket

Pictures with brief descriptions about various pool equipment  

INTRODUCTION

The purpose of the Safety, Cleaning, and Chemical Handbook is to provide basic information about how to safely deal with cleaning supplies and pool chemicals as well as giving an understanding of the daily maintenance activities. This is just a guide! ALWAYS read labels/instructions on cleaning supplies, pool equipment, and chemicals used at the pool to know exactly how to handle them properly.

SAFETY

Safety is MPM’s number one priority. If a staff member cannot safely add chemicals or perform the daily maintenance, then the staff member needs to notify their supervisor IMMEDIATELY! There are a number of ways to make sure all staff are being safe in and around the aquatic facility.  

• PPE

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) refers to protective clothing, helmets, goggles, or other garments or equipment designed to protect the wearer's body from injury. The hazards addressed by protective equipment include physical, electrical, heat, chemicals, biohazards, and airborne particulate matter.

• INSTRUCTIONS LOCATED ON CHEMICALS/CLEANING SUPPLIES

Each chemical or cleaning supply that is used at the pool will have directions and instructions on how to properly handle that particular chemical.  You need to follow the manufacturer’s guidelines completely.  If a staff member has not been properly trained by their Manager or Field Supervisor then they should not handle any of the chemicals and should contact their Field Supervisor or District Manager immediately.

• SDS

Safety Data Sheet (SDS) (Formerly referred to as Material Safety Data Sheet – MSDS) should be located in the pump room or chemical room (and there is one in the SOP). A SDS contains information about the chemicals used at the pool, how to properly handle them, how to properly store them, and what to do in a chemical emergency/first aid situation. All staff who handle chemicals should read through the SDS before using the chemicals.

GENERAL POOL CLEANING

Check with your District Manager or Field Supervisor for specific cleaners used at your specific facility. Cleaning duties are not limited to the list below, check with your manager about facility specific items/tasks.

• BATHROOMS

Bathrooms are to be cleaned thoroughly at least once daily and should be spot cleaned/stocked throughout the day.  The best time to complete this task is at close.  This way, nothing sits overnight to create an unwanted odor in the morning.  Listed below are step by step instructions for cleaning bathrooms:

• Toilets & Urinals

Supplies: gloves, brush, cleaner, hose, & paper towel.  

Before you begin cleaning, make sure the toilet is flushed and remove toilet paper from the stall.  Lift the seat of the toilet; put the cleaner in the bowl.  Use a brush to scrub inside of the toilet making sure to get under the rim.  Clean rim outside of bowl and bottom of toilet seat.  Flush bowl and use wet paper towel or hose to rinse cleaner off rim and underside of seat.  Use cleaner and brush to clean the toilet seat, then rinse off with a hose or wet towel.  Use cleaner and towel to wipe down the flush handle. Dry toilet seats - do not leave wet.

These same instructions can be followed for a urinal, there just won't be a seat to clean or toilet paper to remove.

• Sinks & Mirrors

Supplies: gloves, paper towels, and glass cleaner.  

Start cleaning the mirror by using a damp paper towel; do not use cleaner unless glass cleaner is available.  Be sure to cover the entire mirror, top to bottom and side to side.  If necessary, use a damp paper towel to wipe off the mirror to help remove streakiness left behind from the cleaner.  

To clean the sink, use a wet paper towel and cleaner.  Start by cleaning the faucet handles and rim of the sink then proceed to the bowl of sink.  Again, use a damp paper towel to wipe down the sink and remove cleaner.  Make sure the sink drain is free of debris.  

If a countertop is present, use a paper towel and cleaner to wipe down followed by a damp cloth.  Be sure to look for areas of soap buildup and to wipe down soap dispensers.

• Showers

Supplies: gloves, cleaner, hose, and paper towels.  

First wipe down shower walls, showerhead, and handle as well as any benches with wet paper towel and cleaner.  Repeat this action on the shower curtain.  Before rinsing shower with a hose, be sure the drain is free of debris and use cleaner on the floor.  Thoroughly rinse the cleaner from shower.

• Stalls

Supplies: cleaner, gloves, and paper towels

Bathroom stalls should be wiped down at least once a day.  Use a wet paper towel and cleaner to wipe down the stall, including the back wall.  Then use a damp paper towel to wipe down stall doors and walls.

• Mats

These must be taken out to be cleaned at least once a week (some facilities require this daily).  This will help with eliminating odors.  To clean mats, first remove stuck on debris then put them on a flat area of the deck near a drain.  Use cleaner on mats, followed by a strong hosing.  Be sure to rinse off both sides of the mat before hanging to dry.

While waiting for mats to dry, first sweep floors to remove debris, including drains.  Then use cleaner on floors followed by a strong hosing.  Do not allow water to sit; use a squeegee to move water down the drain.  Once mats are dry, put them back in place.

To finish cleaning bathrooms, be sure to check soap, toilet paper, and paper towels and restock as necessary.  All trash cans should be emptied, and a new trash can liner put in place.  This does include the sanitary trash bins in the women's restroom, which do need to be emptied daily.  To properly and thoroughly clean bathrooms, this process should take at least 15 minutes.  If you complete these tasks in five minutes, you have not properly cleaned the restrooms.

• POOL DECK

The pool deck must be hosed and scrubbed, or power washed (closed toe shoes must be worn at all times when using a power washer) completely at least once a week.  To keep this task from becoming overwhelming, it is best to break up the deck in sections.

Nightly the deck should be spot washed.  Areas that most frequently need to be washed consist of concession areas and anywhere water does not drain properly throughout the day.  

After the deck is hosed, use a squeegee to move water to drains.  Allowing water to sit for an extended period of time will permit algae growth making the deck appear dirty as well as creating a slip hazard. Make sure deck drains are cleared of debris that may prevent them from draining properly.

• Pool Furniture

Facility furniture needs to be cleaned frequently.  Concession tables should be wiped down with cleaner and rinsed throughout the day and especially at night.  Same procedure goes for concession chairs and countertops as well as any other areas where eating is allowed.  By keeping up on these areas throughout the day, cleaning will not take as long at close.  

Concession areas should always be cleaned at night; by leaving those to wait until morning before cleaning you are encouraging insects and other rodents/animals to come check things out.

Lounge chairs and deck furniture need to be scrubbed weekly.  This is a great rain day task and also easily broken up into sections.  To clean you will need gloves, a furniture brush, cleaner and a hose.  Wet brush with hose and add a small amount of cleaner.  Scrub chairs methodically to remove dirt and grime left behind, and then rinse clean.  Be sure to use a cleaner acceptable for pool furniture.  

• TRASHCANS

Trash cans must be emptied when they become 1/2 – 3/4 full.  Do not take them out sooner as this is a waste of a liner and waiting until they become full can create a mess!  When taking out a liner, be sure to have a new liner ready to be placed into the trash can, especially throughout the day.  Do not take trash out to dumpster and then come back to put a new liner in as chances are the patrons won't wait and then you'll have trash in the bottom of the trashcan waiting for you to dig it out, which no one wants to do.

Trash cans should always be emptied at night, regardless of the amount of trash in the liner. If possible, combine trash into fewer liners. Trash should not sit overnight as curious creatures may leave a bigger mess for you in the morning.

At least once a week, trash cans need to be emptied of all liners and carefully cleaned with cleaner.  This is best done at close so the trash cans can dry overnight.  You will need gloves, paper towels and a cleaner along with a hose.  Trash cans should be cleaned near a drain.  To clean, put some cleaner in the trash can along with water.  Do this with all trash cans and let sit while using cleaner and wet paper towel on trash can lids.  Once lids are cleaned, rinsed and set out to dry, begin cleaning outside of trash cans with cleaner and paper towel.  After that is complete for all trash cans, you should begin rinsing out the inside of cans.

• FACILITY AREA/POOL ENTRANCE

Most of the facilities have a parking lot and a front entrance.  The staff is responsible for making sure that both are trash free and kept looking organized.  If mulch from the landscaping is covering the sidewalk, then sweep the mulch back into the landscaping as well as picking up trash that may have ended up in the landscaping. Make sure the trash cans by the entrance are emptied. If the lighting by the front entrance or parking lot is out, contact your Field Supervisor.  

• GUARD ROOM

It is important to understand that a guard room is not just for staff.  Depending on the size of your facility, it may also serve as the first aid room, storage room, etc. There will be a designated area for staff belongings, first aid supplies, guard tubes/packs and cleaning storage.  It is up to the entire staff to make sure that this room is kept not only organized, but clean as well.  Do not leave food out overnight in the guard room (including trash can) as it will attract rodents and bugs.

Staff belongings should not take up much room.  There is no need for excess clothing, reading material or cell phones in the guard room.  Belongings should be limited to keys, t-shirt and possibly shorts as well as some food.  Whenever possible, these items should be stored in a locker if available (locks will not be provided).  

By keeping facility supplies organized it will be much easier to keep track of inventory as well as allow certain situations, such as first aid, to flow smoothly.  

The guard room is not a 'hang-out' for staff not on stand.  Staff members who are off stand should make a walk-through of the deck and restrooms before taking time to cool off from the sun.  Excess furniture will not be allowed for staff to lounge on while off stand; not only does it appear unprofessional but there is always something that can be done.

        If working at a one guard facility, the guard room should remain locked while on stand.

• FILTER ROOM

Depending on the size of your facility, you may never enter the filter room.  However, it is important that all employees understand the following: the filter room is not a hang-out spot, nor is it an area that employees should be in unless performing a specific task; and no employee should perform any task in the pump room without being trained by the facility Manager or Field Supervisor.  The filter room contains expensive equipment and supplies that are vital to running the pool and can be dangerous to untrained employees.

It is important that a clear path is allowed through the room as well as ventilation being clear.  All chemicals should be stored off the ground, either on pallets or shelves, and clearly labeled.  Any other pool equipment should be stored on shelves or in tubs when available and along walls.  Nothing should block drains or ventilation in the pump room, nor should anything be stored near a motor due to the heat.  You MUST wear closed toed shoes when inside the filter room.

        The filter room should be locked at all times.

• POOL

The major components in keeping pools clean are chemicals, skimming, vacuuming, hair/lint pots, and backwashing. All of these are described separately below but work together to insure the efficiency and quality of a clean pool.

• Skimmers

Skimmers or gutters are responsible for clearing the surface of debris.  In order for these to be able to do their job, it is important that the water level is correct.  For gutters, water should just be up to the rim of the gutters.  For pools with skimmers, the water should be about halfway up the skimmer.  For skimmers or gutters to be most effective, it is important to clear debris from gutter drains or skimmer baskets at least once a day.  Be sure to put debris into a trashcan, not pile it on the deck which will cause the debris to end up right back from where you took it.

                It is also important to manually skim the pools on a daily basis.  

• Vacuuming

Pools should be at least spot vacuumed on a daily basis.  If possible, and depending on the necessity, some pools should be vacuumed in their entirety on a daily basis.  It is best to vacuum in the morning so all debris can settle overnight.  When vacuuming, it is important to go slow as disturbing the water will cause the debris to float and you will be unable to vacuum debris up.

Your pool may also have an auto vacuum that you can leave in the water overnight, make sure to clean the filters of the vacuum daily and remove before opening. Before use, ask the Field Supervisor the proper way to use this vacuum and which pools it can be used in.

                Vacuuming on a regular basis will also help you avoid algae.

For specific directions on vacuuming, you should speak with your Facility Manager or Field Supervisor.  Basic guidelines are covered in the appendix of this manual along with pictures and descriptions.

• Brushing Walls

Scrubbing pool walls at the waterline on a regular basis will help prevent buildup of oily residue.

• Hair/Lint Pots

After vacuuming, it is important to clean out the hair/lint pot(s).  When vacuuming thru skimmers, all of the debris is sent to the hair/lint pot, so while it is out of the pool, it is not out of the filter system and therefore will not allow the system to do its job.  Basic instructions as well as pictures and descriptions are covered in the Appendix of this handbook.  Before completing this task, you should be trained by your Manager or Field Supervisor.  

When cleaning hair/lint pots, remove as much debris as possible into a trashcan.  Do not pile debris in the pump room or on deck.  After removing as much debris as possible, methodically hose down the basket before replacing it in the hair/lint basket.

• Backwashing

Backwashing is the process of reversing the flow of water through the filter system. For many pools, this needs to be done at least once a week if not more, depending upon bather loads or weather (sometimes after a big storm it might be necessary to backwash the pool level down). There are certain signs that you can look for that will let you know if it is time to backwash.  First, the pressure gauge on top of the filter will be at a higher pressure than normal (around 8 to 10 PSI higher). Most filters run around 10 to 15 PSI. Second, you can feel the flow of water coming back to the pool through the returns slowing down.

• Chemicals

Chemicals play a major role in keeping pool water clean and safe for the public to use.  Chemicals are also easily affected by the elements such as the sun and the people using it.  This is why it is important to test and record chemical readings at least every two hours.  We will go through all the chemicals you may use at your facility, their acceptable readings and how they contribute to proper water balance.  

DAILY TASKS

Each facility will have various opening, during the day, and closing duties that will need to be completed.  This is just a basic list and not everything applies to every facility. Check with your facility’s Daily Maintenance Log for a complete list.

• BEFORE OPENING

1. Open locks and doors.  Padlocks must be locked to the fence and keys must be kept in the lockbox or in your possession to prevent theft—DO NOT leave keys sitting on the table.  You will be held financially responsible for having the facility re-keyed if keys are lost or stolen.  Gate should be closed until it is time to open to the public.

2. Clock in.

3. Take and record chlorine and pH readings, then adjust chemicals accordingly.  

4. Check the water level.  

5. Inspect main drain covers in the main pool, wading pool, and spa to ensure they are in place, secure, and unbroken.  Document your inspection on the Daily Maintenance Log.  Call the MPM office if anything is unsecured or broken.

6. Inspect covers for inlets, returns, vacuum, and suction outlets to ensure they are in place, secure, and unbroken.  Document your inspection on the Daily Maintenance Log.  Call the MPM office if anything is unsecured or broken.

7. Inspect the on/off switch to pumps and ensure it is labeled and the location is clearly marked.  Document your inspection on the Daily Maintenance Log.

8. Inspect the skimmer baskets, weirs, lids, and suction outlets to ensure they are clean and free of blockage (empty skimmer baskets when necessary).  Document your inspection on the Daily Maintenance Log.  Call the MPM office if you have any problems.

        10. Check filter equipment:  

                a. Flow meters.

                b. Pressure gauges.

Call your Field Supervisor and/or District Manager if the meters or gauges are not at appropriate levels.

Do not start the motor while patrons are in the pool.

11. Put all safety equipment, including backboard, CPR mask, rescue tube, ring buoy and reaching pole on deck and in position.

12. Put out the sign-in book where applicable.

13. Turn on all bathhouse lights and turn off “night” lights where necessary.

14. Wipe off tables and put umbrellas up.

15. Place and/or straighten the pool furniture where applicable.

16. Vacuum the pool (every day).

17. Skim water surface.

18. Scrub scum line

19. Check bathrooms for stock and cleanliness

• DURING THE DAY

When you are the only guard on duty, the following duties should only take place during the 10 minutes that the pool is cleared of ALL patrons or during adult swim (or at other times when no one is in the water):

1. Test the water

2. Clean the pool tiles with a cleaning agent and scrub brush.  

3. Water the plants (do not use pool water).  

4. Brush pool walls and pool bottom as this will help deter algae growth.  Failure to do so will result in algae growth.

5. Clean 20% of the pool furniture with water and a cleaning agent.  Clean both the front and back of chairs.  Be sure to thoroughly rinse chairs of all cleaning agents.

6. Straighten the pool furniture.

        6.  Go through the bathhouses to spot-clean and pick up trash that is not in the trashcan.  

                a. At a multi-guard pool, this should be done every hour.  

b. At a single-guard pool, this should be done every 2 hours, immediately following chemical tests.

7. Patrol the pool area for trash throughout the day.

8. Record the required information on the Daily Maintenance Log.

• CLOSING

1. Straighten or put away all furniture.

2. Put umbrellas down or store them in a secure area.

        3.   Bathhouses:

                a. Pick up all trash, empty all trash cans, and flush all toilets.

b. Sweep, mop, or hose down bathhouse floors.  Clean the floors, sinks, toilets, and showers with a disinfectant cleaning agent every day.

                c. Restock toilet paper, paper towels, soap, etc. (Make note of inventory)

4. Pick up trash in the pool area and empty trash cans.

5. Backwash when necessary.

6. Clean hair lint pots whenever the filter is backwashed, or the pool is vacuumed.

7. Make sure chlorinator is not set to high overnight

8. Check filter equipment for adequate flow rate and pressure readings to ensure proper filter operation overnight.

9. Check the water level (make sure fill line is off)

10. Complete the Daily Maintenance Log.

11. Straighten and clean the office and filter room.

12. Put safety equipment and pool equipment away.  You will be held financially responsible for replacement of items that are stolen because they were not put away properly.

13. Turn the bathhouse, office, and pump room lights off, and turn “night” lights on.

14. Clock out.

15. Lock all gates and doors.

16. Put the keys in the lockbox.

Note:  Do not wait until the following morning to clean.  MPM clients visit the pool prior to opening and it leaves a bad impression if the facility is not clean.  The daily cleaning duties are to prevent things from getting dirty and to make your job easier. The less preventative cleaning you do, the harder it will be to clean a bigger mess.

POOL CHEMISTRY

• BASIC WATER CARE & QUALITY

• If you find a “0” chlorine reading or the water looks cloudy when you arrive, call your Field Supervisor or District Manager IMMEDIATELY!
• Water quality is a very important factor that needs to be addressed in order to provide swimmers with a safe, disease-free environment.  Staff needs to watch chlorine levels, pH level, flow rate, and filter pressure. To monitor this, the water needs to be tested every two hours and the readings need to be recorded in the Chemical Log. The water testing will allow you to check critical information and make adjustments to keep the pool water safe for all swimmers. The following are two aspects of balanced water that every staff member must be familiar with:

1. Disinfection of pool water with chlorine kills bacteria and oxidizes miniature particles that can cloud the water.  
2. The pH reading of the pool water indicates the acidity of the water.  Pure water has a neutral reading of 7.0.  A reading below 7.0 indicates the water is acidic. A reading higher than 7.0 indicates pH.  The pH of pool water should be kept in the 7.2-7.6 range for the following reasons

• Chlorine is most effective when pH is kept in that range.  Consistent pH readings outside that range can considerably increase the use of chlorine.
• Bather comfort is maximized when pH is kept in that range.  Improper pH balance frequently causes red, burning eyes.
• A low pH reading (below 7.0) creates an acidic solution that is damaging to metal equipment and plaster.
• A high pH reading may cause a scaling problem and cloudy water.

• Before adding chemicals to the pool, review the SDS and the information further in this handbook about Pool Chemicals.
• Chlorine needs to always be in proper range, if readings are not in range and no action is taken, this is grounds for discipline.

• TESTING CHEMICALS

• Always read the directions on the Test Kit before testing the pool water.
• To test chemicals you will need to fill the vial to the appropriate level with water from at least 18 inches below the surface of the water.  Make sure you are not next to a water inlet/return.
• When adding reagents to the water sample, it’s important to hold the reagent bottle straight over the vial to ensure that proper sized drops are being used.
• Do not use your fingers as ‘caps’ to the vials when shaking sample.  The provided caps must be used as oils from your fingers will alter the readings.  
• When comparing water sample to the vial, pick the closest match-do not make up a reading.  
• Chemicals should be tested FIRST thing when you arrive at the pool and then every TWO hours following.

1. Fill the test vial to the designated line.
2. Make sure the bottom of the curve of the water (the meniscus curve) touches the line marked on the vial. Hold it up at eye level to check. This will be more obvious in larger vials.
3. Add reagents to the water sample with the dropper built into the reagent bottle. Hold the dropper straight up and down, not at an angle. If it is held at an angle, the drops may not be the proper size, which will affect the accuracy of the test.
4. Mix the reagent and sample water by gently swirling the sample or carefully turning the capped sample upside down after you add each drop of reagent. Don’t shake the vial or cell. Make sure that you use the cap not your finger, your finger could contaminate the sample.
5. Compare the test vial to the standard.
6. Dispose of the sample down a wastewater drain, not into the pool.
7. Record all test readings on designated Chemical Logs provided.
8. If the chlorine test looks like it is bleaching out or reading higher than a 5.0 PPM then contact your District Manager or Field Supervisor for further instruction.  

• Inside the lid of the blue test kit box are specific instructions on how to test each chemical.

• Reagents 001,002 and 003 OR DPD Powder and Reagent 0871 are for Chlorine.
• Reagent 004 is for testing PH.
• Reagents 007,008 and 009 are for Alkalinity.
• 010, 011 and 012 are for testing Calcium.
• Reagent 013 is for testing Stabilizer.

• If chemicals need to be adjusted, after you add chemicals, the water needs to be checked a half hour later to see if the adjustment achieved the desired chemical reading. Any adjustments should also be noted on the Chemical Logs.

• WATER CHEMISTRY LEVELS

• ADJUSTING CHLORINE & pH READINGS

If your chlorine or pH is not in the ideal range, then contact your Field Supervisor or District Manager for information on how to adjust the chemicals properly.  When adding chemicals, make sure to reference the dosage chart for proper amounts of chemicals to be added to the pool to get the readings back into the ideal range.

NEVER ADD CHEMICALS DIRECTLY TO THE POOL WHEN POOL PATRONS ARE SWIMMING!!         

• FILTERING YOUR POOL WATER

Chemicals alone will not keep the water clean and safe for swimmers.  The water needs to be filtered efficiently 24 hours a day.  To make sure that the water is being filtered efficiently, two factors need to be monitored:

3. Rate-of-Flow

• The rate-of-flow is the rate at which water travels through the filter system.

4. Filter Pressure

• The gauge reading measures the pressure of the water entering the filter tank.

There are gauges on the filter tank that show the pressure and rate-of-flow (flow meter). During your swimming pool orientation, you will learn the proper flow and pressure for your pool. When the levels drop or change, this means the filter is not working efficiently.  If this happens, contact your Field Supervisor or District Manager. You may need to backwash or clean hair-lint pots.

CHEMICAL HANDLING AND SAFETY

1. Under no circumstances should anyone handle any chemicals which they have not been completely trained in handling, or that they feel unsure of handling.  In these cases, the Field Supervisor and/or District Manager should be contacted immediately for proper explanation and training.

2. Use all safety equipment available (goggles, dust mask, gloves, and apron) when using chemicals.  If equipment is unavailable, call the MPM office immediately.

3. Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are provided in the facility binder for each chemical used.  You must read and understand the SDS before handling a chemical.

4. Avoid getting chemicals in your eyes, on your skin, or on your clothing. Always wear safety equipment.

5. Avoid breathing vapors, mist, or dust. Always wear safety equipment.

6. Wash your hands after handling any chemicals.

7. Never, under any circumstances, mix any chemicals together or with an unknown

substance. Use separate scoops for separate chemicals.

8. Use only chemicals that are clearly labeled.  Inform the Field Supervisor and/or District Manager of any unlabeled chemical.

9. Remember to always add chemicals to water, not water to chemicals.

10. The operator/manager on duty at the time of a chlorine delivery is responsible for ensuring all chemicals are stored properly.

11. Do not leave chemicals, including cleaning supplies, where they are accessible to the patrons using the pool.

12. Do not store chemicals close to each other or close to sources of combustion. Chemicals should be stored off the ground in labeled containers locked up.

13. In the event of a spill or accident, contact the MPM office immediately.  

14. When adding chemicals and unsure about the proper dose to be added, contact your Field Supervisor.

OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION & NEW GLOBAL HARMONIZATION

Hazard Communications is understanding the hazards of the substances you are working with in the workplace. Common Hazardous Substances can include – Flammable Liquids, Combustible Material, Compressed Gases, Dust, and Fumes.

Always follow the safety rules on the labels and safety data sheets. Know what to do if you have an accident with a hazardous substance. Every employer must have a written hazard communication plan and a list of hazardous substances on-site.

The OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard has been updated to better protect workers from hazardous chemicals. 2 main components may affect you.

NEW LABELS – in addition to the chemical name and manufacturer’s information, labels now will include:

• Harmonized signal words – to communicate severity of hazard. Only used if required, so there may not be a signal word on every level. There are two words that can appear:
• Danger (Serious) and Warning (Less Serious)
• Pictograms – There are nine pictograms to show the health, physical and environmental hazards.

• Precautionary Statement – describes recommended Prevention, Response, Storage and Disposal techniques to minimize effects of chemical exposure. These can include: “Wear protective gloves,” “Call Poison Control immediately,” “Keep containers tightly closed,” “Dispose of contents in accordance with local regulations.”
• Hazard Statement – describes the chemical’s hazards (IE – keep away from eyes)

SAFETY DATA SHEET - information will be easier to find and understand through the use of standardized 16-section format:

1. Identification - includes product identifier; manufacturer or distributor name, address, phone number; emergency phone number; recommended use; restrictions on use.

2. Hazard(s) identification - includes all hazards regarding the chemical; required label

elements.

3. Composition/information - on ingredients includes information on chemical ingredients; trade secret claims.

4. First-aid measures - includes important symptoms/ effects, acute, delayed; required

treatment.

5. Fire-fighting measures - lists suitable extinguishing techniques, equipment; chemical hazards from fire.

6. Accidental release measures - lists emergency procedures; protective equipment; proper methods of containment and cleanup.

7. Handling and storage - lists precautions for safe handling and storage, including

incompatibilities.

8. Exposure controls/personal protection - lists OSHA's Permissible Exposure Limits (PELs); Threshold Limit Values (TLVs); appropriate engineering controls; personal protective equipment (PPE).

9. Physical and chemical properties - lists the chemical's characteristics.

10. Stability and reactivity - lists chemical stability and possibility of hazardous reactions.

11. Toxicological information - includes routes of exposure; related symptoms, acute and chronic effects; numerical measures of toxicity.

12. Ecological information*

13. Disposal considerations*

14. Transport information*

15. Regulatory information*

16. Other information - includes the date of preparation or last revision.

*OSHA will not enforce because they relate to other agencies

You may see old and new versions of safety data sheets and labels as the new format is transitioned into effect.

Job Specific Topics (include what types of hazardous substances you have on your site).

POOL CHEMICALS

Listed below are some of the chemicals you will be using to maintain proper water balance and some information about each.  Always read the SDS before using these chemicals to get updated information about each:

1. SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE is the same formula as household bleach, but it is about three times stronger.  It is about 13% available chlorine.

                a. Other names:  Liquid chlorine, bleach.

        b. Uses:  Daily chlorination, super-chlorination, and algae control (in pool, on deck, or in locker rooms).

c. Available in:  Bulk deliveries into storage tanks at the pool.  All containers must be properly and completely labeled.

d. Method of introduction into pool water:  It is pumped through tubing from the tanks to an injection point in the pool piping by an electric pump, or it can be hand-fed by pouring directly into the pool, if no patrons are present in the pool.

                e. Effect on pH:  Raises it steadily.

                f. Precautions for handling and first aid procedures: check with the SDS/MSDS

g. In case of spills or accidents, contact the MPM office immediately.  If physician or emergency personnel need additional information, contact your District Manager, Field Supervisor, or the Office. Fill out a report.

2. CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE is usually in granular form, but may also come in tablets.  It is about 65% available chlorine.

                a. Other names:  

                b. Uses: Daily chlorination, super-chlorination, and algae control.

c. Available in:  Various sized drums or buckets.  All containers must be properly and completely labeled.

d. Method of introduction into pool water:  Usually hand-fed by dissolving in a bucket of water and then poured into the pool.  Always mix the chemical into the water, not water into the chemical.

                e. Effect on pH:  Minimal.

f. Cautions:  This chemical can produce a fire or explosion if contaminated by or mixed with organic substances such as paper, oil, gasoline, tri-chlor, etc.  Never mix calcium hypochlorite with another chemical or cleaner.  Never use it in an erosion feeder.  Always store it in the original container, off the floor and away from other chemicals.  Do not get it wet.  Use the scoop only for calcium hypochlorite; it must be kept uncontaminated.  Do not breathe fumes.

                g. Precautions for handling and first aid procedures: check with the SDS/MSDS

h. In case of spills or accidents, contact the MPM office immediately.  If physician or emergency personnel need additional information, contact your District Manager, Field Supervisor, or the Office. Fill out a report.

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3. SODA ASH is a fine white powder that is used to raise the pH of pool water.

                a. Other names:  pH up, sodium carbonate

                b. Uses:  Raising the pH of pool water.

c. Available in:  50 lb. bags or various sizes of buckets.  All containers must be properly and completely labeled.

d. Method of introduction into pool water:  Hand-feed by dissolving the chemical in a bucket of water.  Pour the dissolved solution into the pool.

                e. Effect on pH:  Raises it dramatically.

f. Cautions:  Adding large quantities can cause cloudy water.  If pH in the pool gets below 7.0, DO NOT ADD SODA ASH.  Call your Field Supervisor and/or District Manager immediately for additional instructions.

                g. Precautions for handling and first aid procedures: check with the SDS/MSDS

h. In case of spills or accidents, contact the MPM office immediately.  If physician or emergency personnel need additional information, contact your District Manager, Field Supervisor, or the Office. Fill out a report.

4. MURIATIC ACID is a liquid used to lower the pH of pool water.

a. Other names:  Hydrochloric Acid.  In dry form, it may be called pH down or dry acid.

                b. Uses:  Lowering pool water pH.

c. Available in:  One-gallon jugs in cases of four or 15-gallon drums.  All containers must be properly and completely labeled.

d. Method of introduction into pool water:  Pumped using a chemical feed pump attached to piping with a tube or poured directly into the deep end of the pool or in front of a return inlet, away from metal fixtures, and as low to the water as possible.  Do not splash it.

e. Effect on pH:  Lowers it dramatically.  Use acid sparingly, you can always add more, but once it is added, you cannot take it out.

f. Cautions:  Never add water or anything to acid.  Add acid to water only.  Do not mix acid with chlorine; chlorine gas will result.

                g. Precautions for handling and first aid procedures: check with the SDS/MSDS

h. In case of spills or accidents, contact the MPM office immediately.  If physician or emergency personnel need additional information, contact your District Manager, Field Supervisor, or the Office. Fill out a report.

5. DIATOMACEOUS EARTH is a white powder that is used in some filters to filter the water.

                a. Other names are D.E., Celetom, or filter powder.

b. Uses:  Coats fabric covered elements in filters to filter out particles from pool water.

c. Available in:  Various size bags, usually 50 lbs., or 25 lbs.  All containers must be properly and completely labeled.

d. Method of introduction into pool water:  Added to skimmers or filter pit.  Some pools are also equipped with mixing pots built into the filter piping.  Note:  D.E. is only added to pools that have a compatible type of filter.

                e. Effect on pH:  None.

f. Cautions:  Damage can result in equipment if D.E. is added to filters that do not require it.  Conversely, damage can also result if it is not added to filters that do require it.

                g. Precautions for handling and first aid procedures: check with the SDS/MSDS

h. In case of spills or accidents, contact the MPM office immediately.  If physician or emergency personnel need additional information, contact your District Manager, Field Supervisor, or the Office. Fill out a report.

6. CYANURIC ACID is a white powder that is used to prevent the loss of chlorine residual due to ultraviolet rays or the sun.  It also comes in granular form.

                a. Other names:  Stabilizer, Isocyanuric Acid.

                b. Uses:  Lower chlorine consumption due to ultraviolet rays or the sun.

c. Available in:  100 lb. drums or other smaller containers.  All containers must be properly and completely labeled.

d. Method of introduction into pool water:  Do not add through a skimmer unless you have completely dissolved the powder in warm water, and no crystals are present. Add directly into the pool at close.

                e. Effect on pH:  Lowers slightly.

f. Cautions:  Adding directly into the skimmer can clog the line if it has not been dissolved beforehand.  Do not backwash filters for 24 hours after adding.

                g. Precautions for handling and first aid procedures: check with the SDS/MSDS

h. In case of spills or accidents, contact the MPM office immediately.  If physician or emergency personnel need additional information, contact your District Manager, Field Supervisor, or the Office. Fill out a report.

7. SODIUM BICARBONATE is a fine white powder that is used to raise the alkalinity of pool water.

                a. Other names:  Baking Soda, Bicarbonate of Soda

                b. Uses:  raises alkalinity of the pool  

c. Available in:  50 lb. bags.  All containers must be properly and completely labeled.

d. Method of introduction into pool water:  Hand-feed by dissolving directly into the pool.

                e. Effect on pH:  raise total alkalinity  

f. Cautions:  Adding large quantities can cause cloudy water.  If alkalinity in the pool is not between 80-110 then call your Field Supervisor and/or District Manager immediately for additional instructions.

                g. Precautions for handling and first aid procedures: check with the SDS/MSDS

h. In case of spills or accidents, contact the MPM office immediately.  If physician or emergency personnel need additional information, contact your District Manager, Field Supervisor, or the Office. Fill out a report.

8. CALCIUM CHLORIDE is small white flakes that are used to raise the Calcium Hardness of pool water.

a. Other names:  Calcium Chloride, Calcium Chloride 77-80%, Dowflake Xtra Calcium Chloride 83-87%

                b. Uses:  raises the calcium hardness of the pool  

c. Available in:  50 lb. bags.  All containers must be properly and completely labeled.

d. Method of introduction into pool water:  Hand-feed by dissolving directly into the pool.

                e. Effect on pH:  no effect  

f. Cautions:  Adding large quantities can cause cloudy water.  If calcium in the pool is not between 250-300 then call your Field Supervisor and/or District Manager immediately for additional instructions.

                g. Precautions for handling and first aid procedures: check with the SDS/MSDS

h. In case of spills or accidents, contact the MPM office immediately.  If physician or emergency personnel need additional information, contact your District Manager, Field Supervisor, or the Office. Fill out a report.

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9. CARBON DIOXIDE is an odorless, colorless, nonflammable gas that is used to lower the pH of pool water.

a. Other names: Carbon Dioxide, Gas

                b. Uses:  lowers the pH of the pool  

c. Available in: Deliveries into CO2 storage tanks at pool.  All containers must be properly and completely labeled.

d. Method of introduction into pool water:  Fed through CO2 feeder and injected into the return lines for the pool system

e. Effect on pH:  lowers pH

f. Cautions:  Monitor set points on the feeder control system and once daily check the CO2 level. If the tank drops too much then this could signify a problem or if pH does not come down within its two-hour set, then call your Field Supervisor and/or District Manager immediately for additional instructions.

                g. Precautions for handling and first aid procedures: check with the SDS/MSDS

h. In case of spills or accidents, contact the MPM office immediately.  If physician or emergency personnel need additional information, contact your District Manager, Field Supervisor, or the Office. Fill out a report.

10. SODIUM THIOSULFATE is mostly clear solid powder, crystal, or flake used to lower the chlorine of pool water.

a. Other names:  Sodium Thiosulfate Penta, Thiosulfuric Acid, Disodium Salt

                b. Uses:  lowers the chlorine level in the pool water  

c. Available in:  50 lb. bags.  All containers must be properly and completely labeled.

d. Method of introduction into pool water:  Hand-feed by dissolving directly into the pool.

                e. Effect on pH:  no effect  

f. Cautions:  Adding large quantities can cause cloudy water.  Call your Field Supervisor and/or District Manager before adding this chemical.

                g. Precautions for handling and first aid procedures: check with the SDS/MSDS

h. In case of spills or accidents, contact the MPM office immediately.  If physician or emergency personnel need additional information, contact your District Manager, Field Supervisor, or the Office. Fill out a report.

11. BROMINE are white tablets with halogen odor used to sanitize pool water and balance pH.

a. Other names:  Pool Logic Think Clear Brominating Tablets

                b. Uses:  similar to chlorine, used as a sanitizer.

c. Available in:  25lb and 50lb buckets.  All containers must be properly and completely labeled.

d. Method of introduction into pool water:  Fed through the feeder and injected into the return lines for the pool system

                e. Effect on pH:  helps to balance pH  

f. Cautions:  This chemical can produce a fire or explosion if contaminated by or mixed with organic substances such as paper, oil, gasoline, tri-chlor, etc.  Never mix bromine with another chemical or cleaner.  Never use it in an erosion feeder.  Always store it in the original container, off the floor and away from other chemicals.  Do not get it wet.  Use the scoop only for bromine; it must be kept uncontaminated.  Do not breathe fumes.

                g. Precautions for handling and first aid procedures: check with the SDS/MSDS

h. In case of spills or accidents, contact the MPM office immediately.  If physician or emergency personnel need additional information, contact your District Manager, Field Supervisor, or the Office. Fill out a report.

12. TRICHLORO are white tablets with halogen odor used to sanitize pool water by raising the chlorine.

a. Other names:  Pool Logic Think Clear Stabilized Chlorinating Concentrate In Large 3” Tablets or Small 1” Tablets  

                b. Uses:  raise chlorine, used as a sanitizer.

c. Available in:  25lb buckets.  All containers must be properly and completely labeled.

d. Method of introduction into pool water:  Fed through the feeder and injected into the return lines for the pool system

                e. Effect on pH:  lowers pH

f. Cautions:  This chemical can produce a fire or explosion if contaminated by or mixed with organic substances such as paper, oil, gasoline, tri-chlor, etc.  Never mix calcium hypochlorite with another chemical or cleaner.  Never use it in an erosion feeder.  Always store it in the original container, off the floor and away from other chemicals.  Do not get it wet.  Use the scoop only for calcium hypochlorite; it must be kept uncontaminated.  Do not breathe fumes.

                g. Precautions for handling and first aid procedures: check with the SDS/MSDS

h. In case of spills or accidents, contact the MPM office immediately.  If physician or emergency personnel need additional information, contact your District Manager, Field Supervisor, or the Office. Fill out a report.

ALGAE

Another factor that affects water quality is the presence of algae.  An alga is a single-cell plant that grows in pool water that causes the water to first turn cloudy, then blue/green.  Green or black algae spots may also be noticed growing on the pool floor and walls.  It is best to prevent it rather than try to deal with it once it appears.  Correct water chemistry and frequent brushing helps prevent algae.  If your pool begins to turn a little cloudy, blue/green or algae spores are noticed growing on the walls or floor of the pool, notify the MPM office immediately. Algae on decks as well makes the deck slick, so be sure to clean it off the deck immediately.

POOL WATER CONTAMINATION

• VOMIT

If someone vomits in the pool, the pool should be closed immediately.  Once all people are out of the pool, maintain the pool for 30 minutes at a chlorine level of a minimum of 2.0 ppm and pH at 7.2-7.6, keeping all filtration operating.  Any large pieces of vomitus must be removed from the pool by use of a scoop or mesh device while trying to keep it intact (be sure to disinfect tools after use).  After 30 minutes of treatment time the pool may re-opened.  Record the date, time and response on Contamination and Closure form and make sure to contact your Field Supervisor.

• FECAL MATTER

A fecal accident constitutes a possible major influx of bacterial and protozoan organisms into the pool and water which can then lead to bather contamination and a recreational water illness (RWI).  Whenever there is a fecal accident, the pool is to be immediately closed.  A Field Supervisor or the District Manager needs to be called IMMEDIATELY for further instruction.

Once all of the bathers have exited the pool, the fecal material is to be removed, if possible, with a scoop or net making sure to keep it intact as much as possible.  The scoop/net is to be decontaminated after use. DO NOT VACUUM THE FECAL MATTER.

In the case of solid fecal material, the pool is to be maintained at the normal chlorine level (minimum of 2.0 PPM) for a 30-minute period with a pH of 7.2-7.6 and constant filtration.  Following this procedure, the water must be tested again, and the pool may be reopened if chemical levels are in proper range.  Be sure to record date, time, and action taken in on the Contamination and Closure form.

In the case of diarrheal episodes, call your District Manager or Field Supervisor immediately for further instructions.

CHEMICAL SPILL

Anytime there is a chemical spill, clear the area immediately and call your Field Supervisor or District Manager for further instructions.

MAINTENANCE LOGS

These logs are required and established documents that must be filled out completely and legibly.  These logs are admissible in court.

• CHEMICAL LOG

Chemical Logs can be found in the SOP.  Each person that tests chemicals must write the EXACT time that they tested chemicals, the chemical readings, and the exact adjustments that were made (chemicals added or changes to the controller). MUST BE COMPLETED DAILY and at least every two hours. Reminder: when you make an adjustment you should retest in 30 minutes and record.

• DAILY POOL MAINTENANCE SHEET

Daily Pool Maintenance Sheet contains Opening, During the Day, and Closing Duties and can be found in the SOP.  Only initial the ones that have been completed. Do NOT initial ones that do not apply to your pool or the ones that do not get completed, simply write “n/a” or draw a “—“through the box. MUST BE COMPLETED DAILY.

• SAFETY CHECKLIST

Safety checklist can be found in the SOP.  The checklist should be completed prior to opening the facility.  If something is missing or broken on this checklist contact your Field Supervisor or District Manager immediately. Do NOT check mark “yes” to the ones that do not apply to your pool, simply write “n/a” or draw a “—“through the box. MUST BE COMPLETED DAILY.

• WATER PARK SAFETY CHECKLIST

The Water Park Safety checklist can be found in the SOP.  The checklist should be completed prior to opening the facility.  If something is missing or broken on this checklist contact your Field Supervisor or District Manager immediately. Do NOT check mark “yes” to the ones that do not apply to your pool, simply write “n/a” or draw a “—“through the box. MUST BE COMPLETED DAILY.

• POOL CLOSURE LOG

Pool Closure Log can be found in the SOP.  The log should be written on ANYTIME the pool closes (whether for weather, vomit, fecal accident, chemicals out of range, no attendance, the Client closes the pool early, ANYTIME the pool is not operating during normal operating hours).  Fill the log out completely for what is appropriate for the reason the pool is closing. If the pool is closed for vomit or a fecal accident a Pool Contamination Report MUST be filled out too, which can be found in the SOP.

• COMMUNICATION LOG

Communication Log can be found in the SOP.  The log should be filled out daily with appropriate information. Daily inventory check is necessary to maintain proper amounts of chemicals and cleaning supplies as well as first aid supplies at the pool.  The communication log allows for a quick check of issues, maintenance updates, inventory check, incident check, and pool closures. If there is nothing to report, then state that. Do not just leave the page blank.

HEALTH DEPARTMENT INSPECTIONS

The procedure to follow during a health department inspection:

1. Do not stay with the inspector unless he/she requests that you do so.  Let them do their job and you continue guarding the pool.

2. Should the inspector request you to do something, do what is requested – if you do not know how to do it then call your District Manager or Field Supervisor.  Do not volunteer information.

3. Do not harass or give the inspector a hard time.  Remember, this person has the authority to close your facility.

4. If your facility is closed, call the MPM office immediately (even if the inspector is still on site, call immediately).

5. Inform your Field Supervisor/District Manager immediately after the inspection has taken place.

6. Give the Health Department inspection paperwork to your Field Supervisor during their next visit.

Items that are frequently cited during a health department inspection that can be easily avoided: Store all chemicals off of the floor; Keep the filter room locked; Keep operating records completely filled out; Keep chemicals in proper range.

CHEMICAL ROOM ADMITTANCE

Only authorized staff is allowed in the chemical and pump room. Pool patrons and guests of the facility are never to enter into these rooms. If a staff member suspects someone has broken into the chemical/pump room and stolen chemicals, do not touch anything and contact the MPM office IMMEDIATELY!

INDEX

DECK VACUUM INSTRUCTIONS

1. Plug in the vacuum
2. Take your standard vacuuming pool hose and attach the swivel end of the hose to the vacuum head. Make sure the vacuum head is attached to the tele pole.
3. Stick the vacuum head and hose into the water. Stretch the hose until it is straight. Then from the vacuum head sink the hose by forcing it downward into the water, until water comes out the other end.
4. The other end will be attached to the suction side of the vacuum once full of water.
5. Fill the hair/lint pot on the vacuum completely with water
6. Make sure the discharge side is going to a deck drain or waste drain NOT INTO THE POOL and a discharge hose is attached to the vacuum
7. With the vacuum discharge valve halfway open
8. Turn it on
9. You will know it is prime and working when you can see the flow of water going through the hair/lint pot and coming out of the discharge side
10. You can control how hard or soft the vacuum sucks by opening or closing         the suction valve.
11. Move slowly as you vacuum, this way you don’t stir everything up on the floor
12. *IF you are having trouble getting the vacuum primed, make sure that the swivel end of the hose is on the vacuum head in the water, NOT the vacuum on the deck. Also, check the hair/lint pot on the vacuum to make sure it is cleaned, and the lid is secured.  
13. If the vac head is being sucked to the floor, make sure it is not missing any wheels.

SKIMMER VACUUMING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Plug all but one of the skimmers in the pool (only use a correct size rubber plug - # 10 or #12 or a tennis ball.)  Anything smaller will get stuck in the pipe
2. Attach the swivel end of the pool hose to the vacuum head; make sure the vacuum head is attached to the tele pole.
3. Stick the vacuum head and hose into the water. Stretch the hose until it is straight. Then from the vacuum head sink the hose by forcing it downward into the water, until water comes out the other end.
4. Without lifting the hose out of the water, stick it in the suction side of the skimmer you left open.
5. Remember to vacuum slowly so you don’t stir up everything on the bottom that you are trying to vacuum.
6. If you need more suction, you can close the main drain valve a little bit.
7. Clean the hair/lint basket of the pool pump and when finished be sure to unplug skimmers.

SKIMMER VACUUMING FOR STINGL SR 500 ONLY

1. Hit the Off/Stop button.
2. Set the Vacuum up in the skimmer.
3. Hit the Maint/Clean button. (The internal and external alarm will ring. The Maint/Clean mode will only run for 30 minutes or until the Off/Stop button has been hit. If you are not done vacuuming by 30 minutes, hit the Maint/Clean button again, and the timer will reset.
4. Plug all the skimmers in the pool except one (you can the correct size rubber plug either a #10 or #12 or a tennis ball) *Be sure not to drop a plug too small in, or it will get stuck in the pipe
5. Attach the swivel end of the pool hose to the vacuum head; make sure the vacuum head is attached to the tele pole.
6. Stick the vacuum head and hose into the water. Stretch the hose until it is straight. Then from the vacuum head sink the hose by forcing it downward into the water, until water comes out the other end.
7. Without lifting the hose out of the water, stick it in the suction side of the skimmer you left open.
8. Remember to vacuum slowly so you don’t stir up everything on the bottom that you are trying to vacuum.
9. If you need more suction, you can close the main drain valve a little bit.
10. When you are done vacuuming hit the off/Stop button.
11. Close the main drain and skimmer valves.
12. Clean out the hair/lint basket.
13. Remove any plugs you put in other skimmers. Make sure the skimmer baskets are clean before you put them back.
14. Open main drain and skimmer valves
15. Hit the on/run button twice for cont. (continuous)
16. Make sure the screen says pump on before walking away.
17. Put away all vacuuming equipment.

System Errors:

When an error occurs the internal and external alarm will sound. The cause or type of error will be displayed on two alternating messages. Press the Off/Stop button to clear the alarm and error message and return to the Off/Stop mode.

• System Error 15 or 17: clogged baskets or pump trap, blocked drain, improper valve setting.
• Solution: Remove debris/clean baskets Verify valves are set for normal operation.
• System Error 16 or 17: Stuck skimmer weir, water level too low, high filter pressure.
• Solution: Verify that weirs function smoothly, top off to regular operation level, backwash or clean filter as needed.  

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR STINGL SR 500 ONLY: FILTER

1. Make sure both main drain and skimmer valves are open all the way.
2. Make sure the hair/lint pot and skimmers are clean of all debris.
3. Hit the On/Run button twice so the screen reads cont. (continuous). It will take a minute to start. The screen will read Pump Start; do not walk away until the screen reads Pump On.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR STINGL SR 500 ONLY: BACKWASH

1. Hit the Off/Stop button.
2. Switch filter(s) into backwash mode.
3. Hit the On/Run button twice so the screen reads cont. (continuous). It will take a minute to start. The screen will read Pump Start; do not walk away until the screen reads Pump On.
4. Let the pump run for 1-2 minutes.
5. Hit the Off/Stop button.
6. Switch filter(s) into filter mode.
7. Hit the On/Run button twice so the screen reads cont. (continuous). It will take a minute to start. The screen will read Pump Start; do not walk away until the screen reads Pump On

LEAF MASTER

• Do not try to use a normal pool vacuum to clean up big piles of leaves and muck you will only make a big mess in the hair/lint pot and cause yourself more work. Use a leaf master to do the job. This way you can dispose of the leaves and muck properly.
• Attach the leaf master to a pole
• Attach a garden hose with enough slack to clean the entire area needed
• Turn on garden hose
• Clean the bag out often for easy mobility in the water

POWER WASHING

• Make sure you are wearing tennis shoes. Do not wear flip flops or open toed shoes.
• You must be 16 and over to use a power washer.
• Make sure the power washer is filled with gas and oil.
• Then attach the garden hose to the female hose connection on the power washer
• Attach the sprayer and hose to the second connection.
• Make sure you have enough extra hose to move around to get a big area.
• Once the sprayer, and hose have been straightened out pull the trigger
• Turn the water on.
• Then pull the starter rope. (You might have to set choke)
• Once the power washer is on, wash in a back forth motion. This way you get all the dirt. Be mindful of your feet. DO NOT CROSS THE SPRAYER OVER YOUR FEET. YOU CAN EASILY CUT THEM.

CLEANING A HAIR/LINT BASKET

1. Turn pump off  
2. Close main drain and skimmer valves.
3. Remove the Pump lid.
4. Remove basket, using a hose or wire brush clean out all debris into a proper wastebasket (do not leave debris on floor or deck).
5. Put the basket back in the pot
6. Fill the hair lint pot with water.
7. If there is an o-ring, make sure it is seated correctly.
8. Put the lid back on.
9. Open the main drain and skimmer valves.
10. Turn the pump on

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