Potassium
Monopersulfate (Non-chlorine Shock)
Shocking
is the introudction
of a large amount of a chemical that causes contaiminants in the pool to
be oxidized (burned off). The most common contaiminant is chloramines, which
is the combination of chlorine and ammonia. These compounds are strong eye
irritants and produce a strong chlorine odor. They are eliminated by oxidation.
Oxidation can be accomplished by several means, the most common is the introduction
of a chlorine shock, the second is non-chlorine shock. Non-Chlorine shock
provides tremendous versatilty for pool and spa owners as well as pool professionals,
it is the oxidizer of choice, where the introduction of chlorine, which
increases chlorine levels, may be irritating to some bathers.
Advantages of Using a non-chlorine Shock:
Dissolves
quickly and will not bleach or fade liners.
It works well with chlorine, bromine and other alternate sanitizers.
A contaiminant free pool, allows the sanitizer to work more efficiently.
Enhances water clarity.
Water
Balance:
Regardless of the type of shock used, it is important to maintain proper
water balance to protect equipment and pool surfaces from corrosion and
scalling. Some shocks containing Potassium Monopersulfate are acidic and
periodic checking of the alkalinity and pH should be performed. Potassium
Monopersulfate, does not cantain calcium and hence will not increase calcium
levels or cloud the water like some calcium based shocks.
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