Pool Cert Flash 8. Outdoor Pool Care

Question 1

What must be done to all unprotected metal parts of chemical feeders to pretect against weathering for outdoor pools?

Answer 1

Clean and grease

Question 2

For outdoor pool closures, what should be done with pressure gauges?

Answer 2

Stored in a warm dry area.

Question 3

When preparing a recirculation pump for pool closing, what must be inspected and repaired if necessary.

Answer 3

The impeller casing must be drained and inspected for wear.

Question 4

What other procedures must be taken for outdoor pool pumps upon seasonal closing?

Answer 4

1. Lubricate pump according to manufacturer’s instructions. 2. Cover or remove and store electric motor to protect from moisture.

Question 5

What system lines must be drained to prevent freezing?

Answer 5

Pool inlets, city water lines to the toilets, drinking fountains, showers, etc.

Question 6

What must be done to properly protect toilets and urinals, hot water heater, and storage tanks upon seasonal closing?

Answer 6

All tanks must be drained or flushed and emptied.

Question 7

How should pool fixtures be prepared for seasonal closing?

Answer 7

Drain mixing basins, filter piping, hair and lint strainers, chemical solution tanks, suction cleaner hoses and store suction cleaner hoses in a warm dry area.

Question 8

How should diving boards be stored?

Answer 8

Warm dry area on a flat surface.

Question 9

For seasonal closing of outdoor pools, leaving water in the pool or completely draining is optional. If you leave water in the pool, what is the required drainage level?

Answer 9

6” below the side wall inlets.

Question 10

What must be done with chemicals being stored for seasonal closures?

Answer 10

Must be labeled and identified. Store in dry space accessible to authorized personnel only.

Question 11

Before pool openings, what inspections and repairs should be performed approximately one month before opening?

Answer 11

Inspect pool walls, bottom and deck. Repair chips and cracks.

Question 12

You do not have to flush lines leading to and from the pool, T or F.

Answer 12

F. You must flush all lines with fresh water.

Question 13

What is the proper cleaning solution for scrubing the sides of the pool, not removing stains?

Answer 13

1.5 ounces of soap and 1.5 ounces of trisodium phosphate (TPS) per gallon of water.

Question 14

Flowmeters should be ______ and stored in a warm dry area.

Answer 14

Drained / Removed

Question 15

The filter must be ____ thoroughly, completely drained, and inspected for any repair needs.

Answer 15

Backwashed

Question 16

The filter elements of ______ filters must be cleaned and examined for breaks or deterioration.

Answer 16

Diatomaceous Earth

Question 17

If the pool is drained, check the operation of the ______ valve or the under-drain system if provided.

Answer 17

Hydrostatic Relief

Question 18

____ all lines subject to freezing.

Answer 18

Drained / Removed

Question 19

The master _____ switch must be turned off and securely fastened.

Answer 19

Electrical

Question 20

Prior to opening, thoroughly examine the pool walls, bottom, and deck and _____ any cracks

Answer 20

Repair

Question 21

A 5 percent solution of _____ and water may be used to remove stains.

Answer 21

Muriati Acid

Question 22

Do not mix muriatic acid and _____ solutions.

Answer 22

Hypochlorite

Question 23

The water pH should be maintainted between _____ and _____. The free chlorine residual must be maintained between ____ and ____ ppm.

Answer 23

7.2 and 7.6, 1.0 and 4.0 ppm