Metals – Discoloured Water
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Identify the colour of the water (to determine cause): Iron = greenish tint to the water (often described as Roses Lime); Copper = dark green to emerald tint to water; Manganese = violet tint to the water

  1. It is advisable to ensure that the chlorine level is 1ppm or less when starting the treatment.
  2. Add 625ml Metal Out for every 25,000 litres of pool water.
  3. Do not shock treat or oxidise the pool for a week.
  4. Balance the pH to between 7.2 and 7.6.
  5. Ensure that the Total Alkalinity is within ideal range.
  6. When maximum results are achieved, treat with Filter Plus as per the directions on the packaging. Monitor filter pressure and backwash as required

The cause of tinted (coloured) water is almost always due to metals in the water, now in suspension – so tests may be negative!

After metal treatments, using pH-neutral Ultra-Chlor is advised.