Module 10 · 10 chapters · ~3 hrs

Pool Startups

Proper activation and 90-day treatment for new or resurfaced pools to cure surfaces safely.

Module chapters

What you'll learn in this module

Each chapter below corresponds to one lesson or video. Links marked with → take you into our reference library for a deeper write-up on the same topic.

01
Pre-Fill Preparation and Fill Day
Source water testing, equipment setup, and why a continuous fill matters.
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02
Initial 28-Day Intensive Startup Phase
Daily brushing, acid/alkalinity, calcium sequestration, NPC method.
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03
Chemical Balancing Timeline (Days 1-30)
pH/TA priority, sequesterants, gradual sanitizer introduction.
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04
Mid-Term Monitoring (Days 30-60)
Stabilizing chlorine/CYA, hardness control, weekly testing.
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05
Long-Term Stabilization (Days 60-90)
Full system checks, client education, warranty tips, handover to regular service.
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06
Surface-Specific Startup Variations
Plaster, Pebble, Quartz — each has its own startup rules.
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07
Source Water Analysis and Pre-Treatment
Testing fill water and pre-treating for metals, hardness, or high pH.
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08
Brushing and Vacuuming Schedules During Cure
Daily brushing, vacuum-to-waste, and why filter choice matters during startup.
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09
Avoiding Common Mistakes
Early automation, over-acidification, and the 5 mistakes that ruin plaster.
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10
Documentation and Client Communication
What to record and report during startup to protect the warranty.
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Module 11: Typical Pool Cleaning (By Steps)

The standard weekly service visit, step by step.

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