Swimming Pool Chemical Dosing Guide: Chlorine and PoolSan Systems

Chlorine Vs PoolSan

PoolSan is a revolutionary chlorine-free swimming pool system designed for easy maintenance, safe water quality, and eco-friendly pool management. Ideal for domestic and commercial pools, PoolSan replaces traditional chlorine with a copper-based ionic solution, ensuring clear, healthy water without harmful chlorine exposure.

What Is PoolSan?

PoolSan is a saturated ionic aqueous solution containing:

• Copper

• Silver

• Zinc

• Aluminium

• Gold

These natural mineral ions work in two ways:

1. Eliminate algae and bacteria – ions disrupt enzyme processes and cell structures of microorganisms.

2. Enhance filtration – charged particles aggregate and are trapped by the pool filter.

The result is a stable PoolSan residual, maintaining water safety and hygiene until the ions are used up.

PoolSan Dosing Guidelines

Example for a 60,000-litre pool:

Application Instructions:

1. PoolSan Liquid: Pour half into the filter intake, the other half evenly around the pool.

2. PoolSan Regenerator+: Scatter powder over the pool (two-thirds over the deep end) with the filter running. Wait 15 minutes before bathing.

3. Maintain copper residual at 0.4–0.8 mg/L using a PoolSan pool tester.

Notes:

• Maximum UK/EU copper limit: 2 mg/L – PoolSan remains well below this.

• Test and maintain pH between 6.8–7.4.

• Use Regenerator+ for cloudy or green water, or to restore PoolSan activity after heavy use.

Step-by-Step Start-Up Guide

1. Calculate pool volume:
   Length x Width x Average Depth = Pool Volume
   Example: 18m x 8m x 1.5m = 216,000 litres

2. Test and adjust pH:
   Maintain 7.0–7.4, target 7.2, using PoolSan pH+ or pH-

3. Initial PoolSan dosing:

   • Check copper level before dosing

   • 1 L per 50–60,000 litres of pool water

   • Example: 90,000-litre pool = 1.5 L PoolSan

4. Initial PoolSan Regenerator dosing:

   • 20 g per 1,000 litres

   • Example: 50,000-litre pool = 1 kg Regenerator+

5. Ongoing maintenance:

   • Weekly dosing for active pools

   • Every 4 weeks for low usage

   • Adjust based on copper readings (0.4–0.8 mg/L)

   • Maintain oxygen levels (Regenerator+) between 3–8 mg/L

PoolSan Regenerator+

• Purpose: Shock treatment, clears cloudy or green water, restores sanitizer activity

• Dosage: 200 g per 10,000 litres

• Application: Add directly to pool with good circulation, before or after bathing (15 minutes wait)

• Frequency: Weekly during active use or once per 4 weeks when pool is inactive

Regenerator+ Dosage Table:

PoolSan Pool Testing Guide

Using 3-Section Vial PoolSan Tester:

1. Rinse compartments with pool water, fill to top with water from 30 cm below surface

2. Add tablets:

   • Left: Phenol Red (pH)

   • Middle: Copper No.1 (PoolSan level)

   • Right: DPD No.4 (Oxygen / Regenerator level)

3. Stir Copper tablet to dissolve

4. Replace lid, invert to mix, hold against natural light

5. Read results:

   • pH: 7.0–7.4 target 7.2

   • Copper (PoolSan): 0.4–0.7 mg/L

   • Oxygen (Regenerator+): 3–8 mg/L

Notes: Use electronic testers or strips if preferred. Adjust doses accordingly.

Advantages of PoolSan

• Chlorine-Free: Reduces irritation, asthma risk, and chemical exposure

• Environmentally Friendly: Minimizes chemical footprint

• Safe for Staff: Easier handling, compliant with COSHH regulations

• Commercially Proven: Meets BSI PAS-39 standards for public pools

• Globally Recognised: Approved in Norway and used in major hotel chains like Hilton

• Easy Transition: Compatible with existing pools, simple to switch from chlorine