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5kg pH Plus - Alkali (Soda Ash)
pH Plus / Increaser (Alkali) in granule form to raise the pH level of water. Ideal pH is 7.4 - 7.6
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pH Plus / Alkali / Soda Ash (Sodium Carbonate).
Alkali for increasing the pH of swimming pool water.
Directions for Use:
1. Acid/alkaline conditions are measured on the "pH" scale which ranges from 0 to 14.
2. Ideal bathing conditions exist at a slightly alkaline level of 7.2 to 7.6 with total alkalinity of 80/120mg/litre (ppm). This range will also allow most effective use of other swimming pool chemicals.
3. Use a Test Kit to establish the pH value of the pool water.
4. If the reading is below 7.2, add this product at the rate of 500gm (18oz) per 45m³ (10,000 gallons) of pool water. For spas add at a rate of 25gm per 2.27m³ (500 gallons).
5. Always pre-dissolve the product in warm water follwoing the instructions below.
6. Continue filtration and re-test after approx 24 hours.
7. If necessary, repeat treatment until reading of between 7.2 and 7.6 is obtained.
8. The inability to maintain pH levels may indicate a water imbalance. In such cases consult your pool specialist.
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This product has been listed as a potentially hazardous product. This will usually be as a result of its chemical make-up. For more information on the exact chemical safety data please refer to our Swimming Pool Chemical Data Sheets areas within the downloads section. You will find the full information you require on this product however if there is further information you require please do not hesitate to contact our customer service team on 0800 328 4150 or technical department on 01747 839608.
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