How To Winterize Your
POOL & SPA
How To Winterize Your Pool & SPA
With WINTERPROOF™ Pool Water System Antifreeze
Take care of your pool by getting it ready for winter and protecting it from the cracks caused by the drop in temperature. WINTERPROOF™ with BURST GUARD™ -50˚C Guarantee provides up to 1 year protection from the date of purchase against any bursting and cracking up to -50°C in all your pool pipes and waterlines, when used as per the directions of the pool manufacturer and the directions on the label. Follow these simple steps to keep your pool in great shape for the warm weather to come – hopefully sooner, rather than later!
Since every pool is different, always follow directions from your pool manufacturer when winterizing your pool. Directions may vary depending on your pool type.
Before we begin, it’s important that you know to not dilute the WINTERPROOF™ Pool Water System Antifreeze product. Any water remaining in the lines and drains will cause the product to expand and damage waterlines. Bring product to room temperature before using.
A wrench, Winter chemical treatment, A surface cleaning brush, An air compressor or wet-dry vacuum cleaner,
Styrofoam skimmer plugs, A garden hose, And WINTERPROOF™ water system antifreeze for pools.
Start by cleaning your pool. Skim the water with a skimmer net. Remove any leaves or debris. Then, brush the sides with a pool brush. Clean the skimmer baskets and vacuum all surfaces.
If you have a water heater, turn it off. Then backwash your pool according to the manufacturer’s instructions. After backwashing, turn the filter back on and let it run for 3 to 5 minutes. Until the water in the sight glass is clear. Shut off the system and turn the valve to RINSE. Run the system for 30 seconds. Now turn it off. Lower the water to below the skimmers.
It’s time to clean the filter, skimmer and pump basket. Remove all unused chlorine product from the chlorinator. Spray cartridge filter elements with cleaner. Then rinse with a garden hose and remove debris.
Disassemble filter elements and store them away for winter. Sand filters don’t need to be taken apart unless you’re changing the sand.
Drain the plumbing lines to prevent trapped water from freezing and cracking – or worse – bursting your pipes. Just connect an air compressor or wet-dry vacuum cleaner to the pool pump. Make sure you’re using low pressure. Blow out the water in the lines through the skimmer, main drain and return lines.
Pour in the WINTERPROOF™ Antifreeze for pools. Depending on the size of your pool and water lines, you will need one to three jugs of WINTERPROOF™ Antifreeze for pools. Then, close off the skimmer and returns with winterizing plugs. Check your manufacturer’s instructions.
Start by opening the pressure relief valve near the pressure gauge. Next, remove all the remaining plugs from the filter system. Also remove the site glass and pressure gauge. Store them in the pump strainer basket inside the pump and cover the system. Follow your manufacturer’s instructions.
If your pool has a heater, drain it completely before the first frost. This will help prevent damage from freezing water in the heater and piping.
Pull the winter cover over your pool. Make sure it’s secure and in good condition.
For optimal performance, change the product in the Pool water system and plumbing system every year.
Under certain circumstances, product may appear slushy or frozen. However, even in extreme temperatures up to -50°C, WINTERPROOF™ Water System Antifreeze for Pools is guaranteed to prevent pipes, waterlines and plumbing system from bursting when used as per the directions of the Pool manufacturer and as per directions on the label.
THIS PRODUCT IS NOT DESIGNED AS A HEAT TRANSFER FLUID FOR CLOSED LOOP SYSTEMS OR AS ANTIFREEZE FOR INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES.
DISPOSAL OF USED WATER SYSTEM ANTIFREEZE: Observe local laws and regulations
In the event of any inconsistency between the directions on the label and this step-by-step guide, the directions on the label shall prevail.
*The information above and contained in this document is intended to provide general guidelines on winterizing. Recochem assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of the information contained herein and disclaims any liability for the omissions, errors, or outcome of any project. It is the responsibility of the reader to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, rules, codes, and regulations for a project. The reader must always take proper safety precautions and exercise caution when taking on any project. If there is any question or doubt in regards to any element of a project, please consult a licensed professional.
Pool & SPA
THE BENEFITS OF USING WINTERPROOF™ POOL WATER SYSTEM ANTIFREEZE
- 1BURST GUARD™ Guarantee -50˚C.
- 2Made for Canadian winters.
- 3Avoid costly repairs and long-term damage.
- 4Peace of mind that your investment is safe and sound while you’re not using it.
- 5Reduce maintenance costs in the future by taking preventative protection measures now.
- 6Protect the long-term life of your property with corrosion inhibitor formula.
- 7Preventative measures now mean less spent on bills, and more time spent making memories.
