3 Steps to a Simple Pool Opening

Clean and fill Remove the cover, clear out debris, and fill the water to the correct level.

Balance before shocking Run the filter for a couple hours first. Then test and adjust pH and alkalinity to 7.4–7.6 before adding any chlorine. Shocking with unbalanced pH wastes chemicals.

Shock, filter, and wait Add shock, let the filter run 24 hours, then vacuum when debris settles. Add algaecide. Backwash the filter when pressure rises. You will be swimming in three days, not three weeks.