INTEX POOL MAINTENANCE For Beginners (Step-By-Step PLAN)

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Once you master these 3 basic rules of Intex Pool maintenance, you'll be able to keep your Intex, EasySet, Quickset, Coleman or any smaller above-ground pool clean and clear all season long.

⏰ Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Intex Pool Maintenance
01:56 - Rule #1. Balance Your Water Chemistry
02:34 - Chemicals For Intex Pools
03:10 - Balance Alkalinity and pH
04:12 - Adjust Your Cyanuric Acid (CYA)
05:05 - Add Sanitizer (Chlorine Granules or 1-Inch Tablets)
05:49 - Supplement With Mineral System
06:14 - How Do You Need To Wait After Adding Chemicals?
06:38 - Shock Your Pool Once A Week
08:01 - How Much Shock Should You Add?
08:46 - Should You Test Calcium Hardness
09:02 - Chemistry Checklist and Summary
09:30 - Rule #2. Maintain Good Pool Circulation
09:42 - Run Your Filter Pump 8 Hours Daily
09:58 - Aim Return Jets 45 Degrees Towards Bottom
10:24 - Cartridge Filter Cleaning and Maintenance
11:09 - Sand Filter Cleaning and Maintenance
12:07 - Empty Skimmer and Pump Baskets Weekly
12:23 - Circulation Checklist and Summary
12:54 - Rule #3. Keep A Simple Cleaning Routine
13:11 - Cleaning Supplies For Intex Pools
13:23 - Skim Pool Every Other Day
13:37 - Brush Pool Every Other Day
13:52 - Vacuum Pool Weekly
14:37 - Wipe Down Surfaces Weekly
14:52 - Cleaning Checklist and Summary
15:09 - Pool Care Cheat Sheet