BioGuard Strip-Kwik removes oil and grease from any type of filter. Proper filtration and chemical treatments are equally important in maintaining good swimming pool water. Body oils and suntan lotions, which collect in the pool filter, reduce the filter's efficiency. Use of this product promotes better filtration, lengthens filter cycles, and reduces maintenance costs. This product should be used twice each season for residential pools and every six weeks in heavily used pools and commercial pools

Directions

For D.E. and Cartridge Filters:

Rinse the cartridge or element with a garden hose prior to applying product. Using a clean spray bottle with full strength product, evenly coat elements or cartridge. Wait 10 minutes; then using a garden hose, thoroughly rinse for 5 minutes. Then, using a large clean plastic bucket, soak for 1 hour in a solution of 1 part product to three parts water. Rinse thoroughly with a garden hose before use.

For Sand Filters:

Remove any chlorine product from the skimmer prior to product application. If the pool is equipped with a chemical feeder (chlorinator or brominator) the device should be turned off by closing the inlet valve prior to product application. Backwash the filter as normal. Turn pump off. Pour the appropriate amount of product directly into the skimmer. See the chart on the back of the bottle for the exact amount to use based on filter type. Turn the pump on long enough to allow product to move into the filter. Turn the pump off. Wait one hour with pump off. With the filter selector in the backwash position, turn the pump on and backwash until waste water is clear. Do not allow product to return to the pool.

If the filter has not been degreased within the past 12 months, use double the recommended amount of product.

Maintenance Dose for Sand Filters:

This product can be used at every backwash to prevent the buildup of grease and oil. Remove any chlorine product from the skimmer. If the pool is equipped with a chemical feeder, this device should be turned off by closing the inlet valve prior to product addition. While the filter is backwashing, add 8 oz of product directly into the skimmer. Do not allow product to return to the pool. Continue to backwash until the waste water is clear.