One common question regarding maintaining a swimming pool that many pool owners ask is: can you put too much shock in a pool? It is also important to use the correct amounts of chemicals to sanitize the pool properly, as with most pool maintenance tasks. In this blog post, we’re going to explore this question as well as the importance of tools like your robot pool cleaner, and how the two work together in addition to your pool shock.
What Is Pool Shock?
Pool shock is a concentrated source of chlorine or other sanitizing compounds used to sanitize and purify the water in pools and spas, killing bacteria and algae. You generally use it when the pool water looks cloudy or when you have high levels of organic matter. Adding shock keeps your pool clean enough to swim.
How Much Pool Shock to Add
Using too much pool shock is one of the most common problems pool owners experience. It is important to shock your pool regularly, but adding too much can lead to negative problems as well. The biggest concern is excess chlorine in the pool water, which can cause skin and eye irritation. In addition, it could also damage the pool’s equipment.
If you’re not sure how much shock to use, it’s always a smart idea to test your pool’s existing chemical levels. A pool testing kit can be used to test the chlorine in the water and ensure the shock is added accordingly.
Are ’Shocking Too Much’ Damaging Your Pool Equipment?
Yes, excess shock can be damaging to your pool equipment, such as your pool vacuum, skimmer, and robot pool cleaner. “Chlorine levels can be very high, and that will break down rubber seals and gaskets over time.” If pH levels are not balanced, this can lead to shortening the life of your swimming pool robot cleaner, ie. Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra, which needs safe water conditions to work efficiently.
How Does a Robotic Pool Cleaner Help with Shock Maintenance?
Shocking your pool is essential, but it’s just one step of a comprehensive maintenance routine. Pool vacuum robots like the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Pro help in maintaining a debris-free pool and make sure the chemicals are distributed evenly in the water. These robots can also assist in clearing away dead algae and debris that shock treatment is designed to kill.
Do you need to use the vacuum on the pool before putting shock?
Before you add shock, it’s essential to vacuum your pool. Debris, dirt and algae in the pool can neutralize the chemicals. Vacuuming first allows shock to sanitize the water. Here’s where a good pool cleaning robot, like a swimming pool robot cleaner, saves time and effort. Removing unwanted debris from a pool with a vacuum cleaner makes a big difference—once your pool is clean, shock will work much better.
How to Add Shock to Your Pool
This is a step-by-step overview that shows how to add shock to your pool the right way:
Switch Off Except for the Shock: Begin by switching off the pump and, if you have one, any pool robots (so that the shock is not instantly eradicated).
Dissolve the Shock: Depending on the shock you purchase, it may need to be diluted in a bucket before being added to the pool. This allows the shock to dissipate more quickly and prevents it from staining the pool’s surfaces.
Distribute Shock Uniformly: Gradually add the diluted shock solution to the edge of the pool, especially in areas where the water does not circulate as often, such as the corners.
Allow Circulation: Make sure to leave the water circulating properly for 2–3 hours before turning on the pump, as well as your pool robotic pool cleaner, so that the shock can evenly disperse.
Repeat Water Test: Once the pool has had a chance to circulate, test the water again for chemical levels. From October 2023 you need to balance it out by adjusting your ph or chlorine levels accordingly.
Does Your Pool Robot Capture Algae Following Shocking?
The pool robot (beatbot aquasense 2) is very good at removing trash such as dead algae, leaves, dirt, etc. However, it is capable of picking up some algae, although it may take longer to fully clear the pool after a shock treatment. While shocking the pool kills the algae, your robot cleaner will need to retrieve the dead algae from the pool and filter it out of the water.
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So, in closing, you can’t just shock your way into the maintenance of your pool. Shocking your pool is crucial for sanitization, but you should abide by the right guidelines and not add too much shock. Furthermore, a high-quality robot pool cleaner like the Beatbot is a great asset to keep the pool clean and safe. Combine regular vacuuming, shock treatment, and a pool cleaning robot: This will ensure your swimming pool is properly maintained.
