https://simplecast.com Rule Your Pool Rule Your Pool is a podcast by Orenda Technologies. This show was created for pool owners, operators, and service pros who want the best water quality possible. If you want to know what's really going on with your swimming pool chemistry, this might be the podcast for you. Each week, we'll cover a new topic related to swimming pools, water chemistry, or indoor air quality. With our help, you'll be able to rule your pool without over-treating it with chemicals and wasting money. 2022 - Orenda Technologies en Wed, 8 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Wed, 8 Apr 2026 13:00:12 +0000 https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com Rule Your Pool https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/7e1fb0ad-27e6-4f4a-83c7-5e05d9d4c1d3/ec1841cc-4ae9-4086-8df2-1b0e5f2b6d9c/3000x3000/rule-your-pool-podcast-art-3000px.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com episodic Rule Your Pool is a podcast by Orenda Technologies. This show was created for pool owners, operators, and service pros who want the best water quality possible. If you want to know what's really going on with your swimming pool chemistry, this might be the podcast for you. Each week, we'll cover a new topic related to swimming pools, water chemistry, or indoor air quality. With our help, you'll be able to rule your pool without over-treating it with chemicals and wasting money. Eric Knight false https://feeds.simplecast.com/ZhC_J4WB swimming pool, rule your pool, orenda academy, orenda technologies, pool chemicals, water chemistry, water treatment, pool chemistry, orenda, watershape Eric Knight ruleyourpool@gmail.com 4764f6d0-9712-11f0-9aaa-0d76a5679fdb 132f069b-f214-4848-8d4a-1e1b0da80dd7 Reverse Osmosis (RO) Filtration (w/ Matt Mueller) [00:00] - Intro

[01:50] - Matt Mueller's Background

[08:49] - Issues that Led to Reverse Osmosis

[11:03] - Draining and Refilling Depends on Tap Water Chemistry

[12:33] - The RO Process

[17:17] - The RO Experience, from a Customer's Perspective

[21:34] - Is Dilution the Solution to Pollution?

[23:14] - Density Stratification

[29:36] - How Low Should You Go?

[34:32] - What is Osmosis?

[36:09] - Is it Drinking Water Safe?

[37:27] - Flow Rates

[39:00] - How Much Does RO Filtration Cost?

[41:19] - Biofouling

[46:06] - What Can Be Removed from Water?

[47:10] - Closing

 

 

 

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]]> Wed, 8 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Matt Mueller) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/reverse-osmosis-filtration-matt-mueller-fK4DMCnd [00:00] - Intro

[01:50] - Matt Mueller's Background

[08:49] - Issues that Led to Reverse Osmosis

[11:03] - Draining and Refilling Depends on Tap Water Chemistry

[12:33] - The RO Process

[17:17] - The RO Experience, from a Customer's Perspective

[21:34] - Is Dilution the Solution to Pollution?

[23:14] - Density Stratification

[29:36] - How Low Should You Go?

[34:32] - What is Osmosis?

[36:09] - Is it Drinking Water Safe?

[37:27] - Flow Rates

[39:00] - How Much Does RO Filtration Cost?

[41:19] - Biofouling

[46:06] - What Can Be Removed from Water?

[47:10] - Closing

 

 

 

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]]> Reverse Osmosis (RO) Filtration (w/ Matt Mueller) Eric Knight, Matt Mueller 00:52:32 23+ year pool pro Matt Mueller reached out to teach about Reverse Osmosis (RO) filtration for swimming pools. It's far more fascinating than I thought. Matt talks about concepts like density stratification, biofouling and more. 23+ year pool pro Matt Mueller reached out to teach about Reverse Osmosis (RO) filtration for swimming pools. It's far more fascinating than I thought. Matt talks about concepts like density stratification, biofouling and more. reverse osmosis filtration, how to lower cya in a pool, reduce calcium hardness in a pool, ro filtration, pool filtration, lower cya, reverse osmosis pool, ro for pools, total dissolved solids, reduce tds in a pool, osmosis, reduce cya false full 187 11330eab-09f3-42d8-b713-305d4e518bb4 186. NEW COURSE! C4633: Advanced Inflatable Watershape Installation Workshop

You asked, so we answered. 

Thanks to feedback from students, instructors and sponsors like you, we are pleased to announce a new advanced construction course, addressing an underserved segment of the swimming pool industry.

Construction 4633:
Advanced Inflatable Watershape Installation Workshop (8)

This eight (8) hour course packs in two days worth of information into one action-packed workshop.  You will learn the five fundamental steps to selecting and installing an inflatable watershape.

Learn how to select the right inflatable watershape for your clients to harmonize with the aesthetic of their home's architectural style and their landscape design. Apply our core design principles to WOW your clients and make their dream become reality.

 

What you will learn

Installation techniques and best practices

  • Leak prevention and repair (besides duct tape)
  • Ongoing maintenance, including:
    • Avoiding swimming with sharp objects
    • Maximum chemical levels to avoid a lawsuit
  • Crafting a limited lifetime warranty that absolves you of any and all responsibility for literally anything that can go wrong
  • Tips and techniques for effective photography of the completed project to add to your portfolio

 

Cost: $8,000

...or just 8 easy payments of $1000, if you want to be like that. And oh yeah...

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]]> Wed, 1 Apr 2026 16:12:03 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/186-new-course-c4633-advanced-inflatable-watershape-installation-workshop-MhKflad_

You asked, so we answered. 

Thanks to feedback from students, instructors and sponsors like you, we are pleased to announce a new advanced construction course, addressing an underserved segment of the swimming pool industry.

Construction 4633:
Advanced Inflatable Watershape Installation Workshop (8)

This eight (8) hour course packs in two days worth of information into one action-packed workshop.  You will learn the five fundamental steps to selecting and installing an inflatable watershape.

Learn how to select the right inflatable watershape for your clients to harmonize with the aesthetic of their home's architectural style and their landscape design. Apply our core design principles to WOW your clients and make their dream become reality.

 

What you will learn

Installation techniques and best practices

  • Leak prevention and repair (besides duct tape)
  • Ongoing maintenance, including:
    • Avoiding swimming with sharp objects
    • Maximum chemical levels to avoid a lawsuit
  • Crafting a limited lifetime warranty that absolves you of any and all responsibility for literally anything that can go wrong
  • Tips and techniques for effective photography of the completed project to add to your portfolio

 

Cost: $8,000

...or just 8 easy payments of $1000, if you want to be like that. And oh yeah...

Happy April Fools Day.

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]]> 186. NEW COURSE! C4633: Advanced Inflatable Watershape Installation Workshop Eric Knight 00:02:36 NEW COURSE! For years, Watershape University has been focused on concrete pool construction, design and engineering. It's time we finally expand into an underserved market segment in our industry. This new course, C4633: Advanced Inflatable Watershape Installation Workshop, is an eight (8) hour, action-packed workshop where we teach two days worth of valuable information into one. NEW COURSE! For years, Watershape University has been focused on concrete pool construction, design and engineering. It's time we finally expand into an underserved market segment in our industry. This new course, C4633: Advanced Inflatable Watershape Installation Workshop, is an eight (8) hour, action-packed workshop where we teach two days worth of valuable information into one. false full 186 3c4823df-3279-4cb6-a315-fe2d0155807d Allergic to Chlorine? A Microbiology Lesson (w/ Roy Vore, Ph.D.) [00:00] - Intro

[01:10] - Degrees of Chlorine Exposure

[03:51] - Our Bodies Produce Chlorine

[08:16] - Drinking Water is Chlorinated

[10:27] - Combined Chlorine and other Disinfection Byproducts (DBPs)

[16:07] - Prolonged Exposure to Chloramines and Bacteria

[23:28] - Is Swimmer's Ear an RWI?

[27:03] - Disinfection Contact Times (CT) and Cleaning Agents

[28:13] - Organic and Inorganic Chloramines

[30:09] - Chemistry by Committee

[39:43] - Our Industry Lacks Academic Research

[42:20] - CMAHC

[44:21] - Back to Bather Comfort and Irritation

[47:55] - Signs of Trouble

[50:00] - Closing

 

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]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Roy Vore) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/allergic-to-chlorine-a-microbiology-lesson-w-roy-vore-kQgmWTNw [00:00] - Intro

[01:10] - Degrees of Chlorine Exposure

[03:51] - Our Bodies Produce Chlorine

[08:16] - Drinking Water is Chlorinated

[10:27] - Combined Chlorine and other Disinfection Byproducts (DBPs)

[16:07] - Prolonged Exposure to Chloramines and Bacteria

[23:28] - Is Swimmer's Ear an RWI?

[27:03] - Disinfection Contact Times (CT) and Cleaning Agents

[28:13] - Organic and Inorganic Chloramines

[30:09] - Chemistry by Committee

[39:43] - Our Industry Lacks Academic Research

[42:20] - CMAHC

[44:21] - Back to Bather Comfort and Irritation

[47:55] - Signs of Trouble

[50:00] - Closing

 

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]]> Allergic to Chlorine? A Microbiology Lesson (w/ Roy Vore, Ph.D.) Eric Knight, Roy Vore 00:57:32 Microbiologist and the world's leading recreational water illness expert Dr. Roy Vore joins the podcast to share the truth about chlorine "allergy" symptoms, chloramines, and much more. Microbiologist and the world's leading recreational water illness expert Dr. Roy Vore joins the podcast to share the truth about chlorine "allergy" symptoms, chloramines, and much more. disinfection byproducts, trihalomethane, water quality, rwi, pool disinfection, cryptosporidium, recreational water illness, chlorine, chlorination, allergic to chlorine, roy vore, combined chlorine, itchy skin in pool, chloramine, breakpoint chlorination, swimmer discomfort, dr. roy vore, chlorine allergy, crypto in pools false full 185 e368890d-d9eb-4576-8af4-705bb7882d3f Personalized Pool Chemistry (w/ Keegan Rivera) [00:00] - Intro

[01:12] - Keegan's Background

[03:45] - Using Engineering to Simplify Pool Care Advice

[05:43] - The Reality of Algaecides

[07:07] - Access to Information has Increased

[08:55] - Personalized Calculations for YOUR Pool

[10:56] - Common Homeowner Questions

[12:31] - Take the Quiz, Order your Kit, and Customize it as Needed

[14:22] - PersonalizedPool.com, and the My Pool Plan app

[21:43] - This is innovative and the first of its kind

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]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:51:56 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Keegan Rivera, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/personalized-pool-chemistry-w-keegan-rivera-HCSGHTOM [00:00] - Intro

[01:12] - Keegan's Background

[03:45] - Using Engineering to Simplify Pool Care Advice

[05:43] - The Reality of Algaecides

[07:07] - Access to Information has Increased

[08:55] - Personalized Calculations for YOUR Pool

[10:56] - Common Homeowner Questions

[12:31] - Take the Quiz, Order your Kit, and Customize it as Needed

[14:22] - PersonalizedPool.com, and the My Pool Plan app

[21:43] - This is innovative and the first of its kind

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]]> Personalized Pool Chemistry (w/ Keegan Rivera) Keegan Rivera, Eric Knight 00:23:38 Eric sits down with a good friend and founder of PersonalizedPool.com, a direct-to-homeowner service that builds upon the Orenda program and Orenda app, giving specific pool chemistry recommendations based on a questionnaire. Is this the future of chemical recommendations and convenience? Eric sits down with a good friend and founder of PersonalizedPool.com, a direct-to-homeowner service that builds upon the Orenda program and Orenda app, giving specific pool chemistry recommendations based on a questionnaire. Is this the future of chemical recommendations and convenience? orenda calculator, pool program, pool chemistry education, personalized pool, my pool plan app, orenda chemical kit, pool chemical kit false full 184 f05094ba-4ef2-4b95-b15d-700638b35fed AI: My Unsolicited Opinions [00:00] - Intro

[00:55] - I remember when AI came out

[03:03] - An uncertain future

[04:23] - AI recognizes AI

[06:24] - Truth and reality are blurred now

[07:26] - The Trades are the future

[09:07] - Humanity must prevail

[10:46] - Mass disruption

[12:05] - Automation is already here

[14:27] - Closing

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]]> Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/ai-unsolicited-opinions-SLART24w [00:00] - Intro

[00:55] - I remember when AI came out

[03:03] - An uncertain future

[04:23] - AI recognizes AI

[06:24] - Truth and reality are blurred now

[07:26] - The Trades are the future

[09:07] - Humanity must prevail

[10:46] - Mass disruption

[12:05] - Automation is already here

[14:27] - Closing

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]]> AI: My Unsolicited Opinions Eric Knight 00:19:27 Eric shares his opinions about AI technology in a new and surprising way. Hopefully it serves as a wakeup call to learn skills, and embrace technology so it doesn't replace you. Eric shares his opinions about AI technology in a new and surprising way. Hopefully it serves as a wakeup call to learn skills, and embrace technology so it doesn't replace you. swimming pool education, pool service, ai, large language models, ai displacement, artificial intelligence, pool construction false full 183 f259d564-a816-4e68-ad24-fed53d91249b Understanding Adjusted Alkalinity 00:00] - Intro

[00:36] - Adjusted Alkalinity on a Pool Store Printout

[01:34] - Adjusted Alkalinity = Carbonate Alkalinity

[03:10] - Cyanurate and Borate also contribute to Total Alkalinity

[04:42] - Increasing CYA increases TA. About 1/3 of CYA is Cyanurate Alkalinity

[06:14] - Is Adjusted Alkalinity the "Real" Alkalinity?

[07:37] - One Breath Summary

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]]> Sun, 8 Mar 2026 11:45:56 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/adjusted-alkalinity-jAZ__CCt 00:00] - Intro

[00:36] - Adjusted Alkalinity on a Pool Store Printout

[01:34] - Adjusted Alkalinity = Carbonate Alkalinity

[03:10] - Cyanurate and Borate also contribute to Total Alkalinity

[04:42] - Increasing CYA increases TA. About 1/3 of CYA is Cyanurate Alkalinity

[06:14] - Is Adjusted Alkalinity the "Real" Alkalinity?

[07:37] - One Breath Summary

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]]> Understanding Adjusted Alkalinity Eric Knight 00:09:13 A pool store printout shows "adjusted alkalinity", but presented as if it's the "real" alkalinity. It is only used for LSI and pH ceiling calculations, not acid dosing. Acid doses are based on TOTAL alkalinity, because cyanurate and borate contribute to the TA, and acid will neutralize on them too. A pool store printout shows "adjusted alkalinity", but presented as if it's the "real" alkalinity. It is only used for LSI and pH ceiling calculations, not acid dosing. Acid doses are based on TOTAL alkalinity, because cyanurate and borate contribute to the TA, and acid will neutralize on them too. orenda calculator, adjusted alkalinity, lsi calculation, total alkalinity vs. ph, ph ceiling, pool chemistry, carbonate alkalinity, ph control, acid dosing false full 182 66f4853b-b6f3-479a-a527-23c1c71604a3 Swim School Chemistry (w/ Olympian Davis Tarwater) 00:00] - Intro

[02:20] - Davis Tarwater's background

[08:24] - Water quality challenges

[18:20] - Swimmer irritation

[24:31] - Embrace the pH rise and plan for it

[26:56] - Closing

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]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/swim-school-chemistry-davis-tarwater-CgM34FTJ 00:00] - Intro

[02:20] - Davis Tarwater's background

[08:24] - Water quality challenges

[18:20] - Swimmer irritation

[24:31] - Embrace the pH rise and plan for it

[26:56] - Closing

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]]> Swim School Chemistry (w/ Olympian Davis Tarwater) Eric Knight 00:30:18 2012 Olympic Gold Medalist swimmer Davis Tarwater joins the show to talk about how Orenda chemistry and alkalinity management fundamentally changed the water quality in his swim schools. It's a different way of thinking, and the results are undeniable. 2012 Olympic Gold Medalist swimmer Davis Tarwater joins the show to talk about how Orenda chemistry and alkalinity management fundamentally changed the water quality in his swim schools. It's a different way of thinking, and the results are undeniable. false full 181 814ea327-96b7-4b4d-bb40-6d1aaabeeb37 Dad Mode: Unlocked [00:00] - Intro

[01:43] - New Baby and 2026 Goals

[05:44] - Service 2211 has been recorded, and will soon be online

[07:48] - 2026: A Building Year for Watershape U

[09:01] - Watershape U = Education + Reinforcement and Networking

[12:10] - The new WU Service Track

[13:33] - Upcoming WU Classes at Shows

[20:20] - Closing

[21:27] - Service 2211: Essential Water Chemistry - Unit A, Part 1

[24:49] - Learning Outcomes and Introduction

[27:13] - A.1 Hydrolysis, Saturation and Solubility

[31:51] - A.2 Water Chemistry Ranges

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]]> Thu, 29 Jan 2026 23:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/dad-mode-unlocked-_mw2jiHd [00:00] - Intro

[01:43] - New Baby and 2026 Goals

[05:44] - Service 2211 has been recorded, and will soon be online

[07:48] - 2026: A Building Year for Watershape U

[09:01] - Watershape U = Education + Reinforcement and Networking

[12:10] - The new WU Service Track

[13:33] - Upcoming WU Classes at Shows

[20:20] - Closing

[21:27] - Service 2211: Essential Water Chemistry - Unit A, Part 1

[24:49] - Learning Outcomes and Introduction

[27:13] - A.1 Hydrolysis, Saturation and Solubility

[31:51] - A.2 Water Chemistry Ranges

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]]> Dad Mode: Unlocked Eric Knight 00:35:42 A first-time father, Eric reflects on this new chapter in his life, updates the audience on WU classes and the Service education track, and gives a 15-min taste of the 8-hour water chemistry course, Service 2211: Essential Water Chemistry. A first-time father, Eric reflects on this new chapter in his life, updates the audience on WU classes and the Service education track, and gives a 15-min taste of the 8-hour water chemistry course, Service 2211: Essential Water Chemistry. pool service, water chemistry, orenda, pool chemistry, watershape university, pool education false full 180 c1121312-e09f-4fef-8b0d-9b9e67f32640 Winterizing Pools Against Crystals (w/ Rob Romano and Bill Drakeley) [00:00] - Intro

[00:33] - Pool industry lifers

[07:25] - How pools are winterized in the Northeast

[11:51] - How cold is too cold to plaster?

[16:50] - Calcium chloride in the plaster mix

[22:06] - Freeze damage protection

[27:40] - Dilution's impact on the LSI during the winter

[33:51] - Testing fill water, and smart winterizing

[36:10] - Company culture of learning

[45:21] - Scale vs. calcium crystals

[52:50] - Accountability

[1:00:40] - Water and air physics

[1:10:38] - Closing

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]]> Fri, 26 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Rob Romano, Bill Drakeley, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/winter-crystals-NuVfpntq [00:00] - Intro

[00:33] - Pool industry lifers

[07:25] - How pools are winterized in the Northeast

[11:51] - How cold is too cold to plaster?

[16:50] - Calcium chloride in the plaster mix

[22:06] - Freeze damage protection

[27:40] - Dilution's impact on the LSI during the winter

[33:51] - Testing fill water, and smart winterizing

[36:10] - Company culture of learning

[45:21] - Scale vs. calcium crystals

[52:50] - Accountability

[1:00:40] - Water and air physics

[1:10:38] - Closing

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]]> Winterizing Pools Against Crystals (w/ Rob Romano and Bill Drakeley) Rob Romano, Bill Drakeley, Eric Knight 01:14:13 Rob Romano and Bill Drakeley join the show to talk about winterizing concrete pools, and the issues with calcium crystals they have seen. Is it water chemistry, or workmanship? Or both? Rob Romano and Bill Drakeley join the show to talk about winterizing concrete pools, and the issues with calcium crystals they have seen. Is it water chemistry, or workmanship? Or both? orenda startup, pool scale, pool service, calcite crystals, winter crystals, plaster startup, pool startup, pool chemistry, watershape university, winter scale, calcium crystals in pool, pool startup chemistry, calcium crystals, pool plaster false full 179 65db1998-19d9-4a99-b8ed-041f137bcf96 Protecting Pool Plaster (w/ Jeff Smith)

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]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jeff Smith) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/protecting-pool-plaster-jeff-smith-m56lLq1x

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]]> Protecting Pool Plaster (w/ Jeff Smith) Eric Knight, Jeff Smith 00:26:16 Eric is joined by Jeff Smith, President of Alan Smith Pool Plastering in Orange, California to talk about their Service Pro Appreciation Day on March 7, 2026. Eric is joined by Jeff Smith, President of Alan Smith Pool Plastering in Orange, California to talk about their Service Pro Appreciation Day on March 7, 2026. orenda startup, pool service, jeff smith, plaster startup, pool startup, pool chemistry, watershape university, pool startup chemistry, alan smith pool plastering, pool plaster false full 178 7c9f7fb2-cdf1-4f59-8c6e-b89d82225f70 Reinforced PVC Membranes (w/ Tony Jordan and Jeremy Heersink) [00:00] - Preface - Education Vacation Recap

[03:10] - Actual Introduction

[09:13] - New WU Class - C3291: Reinforced PVC Membrane Workshop

[14:35] - PVC membranes in cold climates

[16:33] - Installation and costs

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]]> Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jeremy Heersink, Tony Jordan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/reinforced-pvc-membranes-nbx94wBo [00:00] - Preface - Education Vacation Recap

[03:10] - Actual Introduction

[09:13] - New WU Class - C3291: Reinforced PVC Membrane Workshop

[14:35] - PVC membranes in cold climates

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]]> Reinforced PVC Membranes (w/ Tony Jordan and Jeremy Heersink) Eric Knight, Jeremy Heersink, Tony Jordan 00:34:12 Jeremy Heersink (from Poolside by CGT) and Tony Jordan (from Renolit) join the show to introduce a fourth category of pool type: the Reinforced PVC Membrane. They will be teaching C3291 in Atlantic City for four hours, for a hands-on introduction workshop to the material and how it is installed. Jeremy Heersink (from Poolside by CGT) and Tony Jordan (from Renolit) join the show to introduce a fourth category of pool type: the Reinforced PVC Membrane. They will be teaching C3291 in Atlantic City for four hours, for a hands-on introduction workshop to the material and how it is installed. vinyl pool, reinforced pvc membrane pool, pool renovation, watershape university, in ground swimming pool, cgt, poolside by cgt, renolit false full 177 7db16481-3e84-476a-aa2b-844054e0d189 Essential Pool Equipment Taught by the Masters (w/ Rocco Russo) [00:00] - Intro

[01:12] - Introducing Rocco Russo

[06:15] - AI Displacement vs. Tribal Knowledge

[08:49] - 2025 Trainer of the Year

[20:50] - What to expect from S1311: Essential Pool Equipment - The Core Four

[33:44] - Closing

 

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]]> Wed, 26 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Rocco Russo) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/essential-pool-equipment-rocco-russo-1OWWZQ13 [00:00] - Intro

[01:12] - Introducing Rocco Russo

[06:15] - AI Displacement vs. Tribal Knowledge

[08:49] - 2025 Trainer of the Year

[20:50] - What to expect from S1311: Essential Pool Equipment - The Core Four

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]]> Essential Pool Equipment Taught by the Masters (w/ Rocco Russo) Eric Knight, Rocco Russo 00:39:55 Rocco Russo, national trainer from Fluidra (Jandy, Polaris, Zodiac, etc.) to talk about the creation of the new Watershape University course, Service 1311: Essential Pool Equipment - The Core Four. Rocco Russo, national trainer from Fluidra (Jandy, Polaris, Zodiac, etc.) to talk about the creation of the new Watershape University course, Service 1311: Essential Pool Equipment - The Core Four. fluidra, the core four, pool service, jandy, watershape university, swimming pool equipment, rocco russo false full 176 8e23b1e5-67ff-4882-9d56-0ef517b9726e Tile Mastery (w/ Jimmy Reed) [00:00] - Introducing Jimmy Reed

[07:58] - Weeks of precise prep work before tile goes in

[12:12] - The challenge is the point.

[13:46] - The Art and Science of Tile Work

[15:23] - C2611: Essential Tile Workshop

[18:58] - Closing

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]]> Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jimmy Reed) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/tile-mastery-jimmy-reed-60xr3Ma1 [00:00] - Introducing Jimmy Reed

[07:58] - Weeks of precise prep work before tile goes in

[12:12] - The challenge is the point.

[13:46] - The Art and Science of Tile Work

[15:23] - C2611: Essential Tile Workshop

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]]> Tile Mastery (w/ Jimmy Reed) Eric Knight, Jimmy Reed 00:25:57 Jimmy Reed (founder of Rock Solid Tile) joins the show to talk about the artistry and mastery of advanced tile work, and talks about what to expect in the C2611 Essential Tile Workshop we're offering at the Watershape University Education Vacation on December 5-6 in Phoenix. Jimmy Reed (founder of Rock Solid Tile) joins the show to talk about the artistry and mastery of advanced tile work, and talks about what to expect in the C2611 Essential Tile Workshop we're offering at the Watershape University Education Vacation on December 5-6 in Phoenix. c2611, jimmy reed, mosaic pool tile, hands on tile education, glass tile pool, watershape university, watershape tile class, rock solid tile, jimmy reed tile false full 175 d29ea83a-9e9a-449d-b118-b5eb61a0b153 Hands-on Plastering Education (w/ Jon Temple) [00:00] - Intro

[01:32] - Introducing Tempool

[04:33] - Common denominator lately: Residue

[06:21] - Easily distorted mix ratios

[23:22] - Rock-to-Rock Pebble Finish Exposure

[24:54] - Standardizing Systems

[26:50] - Exposure problems and Hot starts

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]]> Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jon Temple, Johan Temple) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/hands-on-plastering-jon-temple-8UP8OoDj [00:00] - Intro

[01:32] - Introducing Tempool

[04:33] - Common denominator lately: Residue

[06:21] - Easily distorted mix ratios

[23:22] - Rock-to-Rock Pebble Finish Exposure

[24:54] - Standardizing Systems

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]]> Hands-on Plastering Education (w/ Jon Temple) Eric Knight, Jon Temple, Johan Temple 00:36:05 Jon and Johan Temple, from Tempool, Inc. join the show to talk about the state of the pool plastering industry, best practices, and why hands-on education is so important. Jon and Johan Temple, from Tempool, Inc. join the show to talk about the state of the pool plastering industry, best practices, and why hands-on education is so important. wu plaster class, concrete pools, plaster exposure, tempool, pool startup, watershape university, pool plaster surface, pebble pool finish, pool plaster false full 174 beca4b01-0b3e-445b-b7bd-fcc3d7476877 Shotcrete Science (w/ Charles Hanskat, P.E.) [00:00] - Introducing Charles Hanskat, P.E.

[01:26] - Shotcrete History

[06:39] - Shotcrete depends on velocity for compaction

[09:44] - Wet mix vs. Dry mix. What's right for you?

[11:38] - Water, Cement, and Time

[15:39] - Slump

[17:58] - Compressive strength

[19:46] - Aggregates

[21:25] - Standards and Minimums

[24:36] - Shrinkage and Cracks

[32:10] - Ideal conditions and Curing

[39:21] - Weepers

[42:29] - WU and ASA Shotcrete Certifications

[46:15] - Closing

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]]> Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Charles Hanskat) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/shotcrete-science-charles-hanskat-zlCfkvuv [00:00] - Introducing Charles Hanskat, P.E.

[01:26] - Shotcrete History

[06:39] - Shotcrete depends on velocity for compaction

[09:44] - Wet mix vs. Dry mix. What's right for you?

[11:38] - Water, Cement, and Time

[15:39] - Slump

[17:58] - Compressive strength

[19:46] - Aggregates

[21:25] - Standards and Minimums

[24:36] - Shrinkage and Cracks

[32:10] - Ideal conditions and Curing

[39:21] - Weepers

[42:29] - WU and ASA Shotcrete Certifications

[46:15] - Closing

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]]> Shotcrete Science (w/ Charles Hanskat, P.E.) Eric Knight, Charles Hanskat 00:49:23 Charles Hanskat, P.E., the Executive Director of the American Shotcrete Association (ASA) joins the show to discuss shotcrete and what should be expected when constructing a concrete pool shell. Charles Hanskat, P.E., the Executive Director of the American Shotcrete Association (ASA) joins the show to discuss shotcrete and what should be expected when constructing a concrete pool shell. american shotcrete association, cement, shotcrete, concrete pool, pool shotcrete, watershape university, pool construction false full 173 aa5e16ed-44be-4bdc-8eb9-6f7ca4871eb8 Social Kick (w/ Bryan Lundquist) [00:00] - Introducing Bryan Lundquist

[02:15] - Swimming Talk

[15:48] - Cloudy water, from a swimmer's perspective

[20:53] - Changing expectations of water quality

[27:09] - ChloramineConsulting.com

[29:33] - Showering before swimming, and not peeing in the pool

[36:27] - Swimming in natural water (a lake)

[40:24] - Unqualified Pool Advice

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]]> Wed, 1 Oct 2025 15:17:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Bryan Lundquist) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/social-kick-bryan-lundquist-Aw__Ubcf [00:00] - Introducing Bryan Lundquist

[02:15] - Swimming Talk

[15:48] - Cloudy water, from a swimmer's perspective

[20:53] - Changing expectations of water quality

[27:09] - ChloramineConsulting.com

[29:33] - Showering before swimming, and not peeing in the pool

[36:27] - Swimming in natural water (a lake)

[40:24] - Unqualified Pool Advice

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]]> Social Kick (w/ Bryan Lundquist) Eric Knight, Bryan Lundquist 00:44:42 Eric reconnects with an old swimming teammate from Team Elite, Bryan Lundquist. Bryan hosts the popular podcast "Social Kick", and joins the show to talk swimming, water and air quality, and changing the culture of swimming. Eric reconnects with an old swimming teammate from Team Elite, Bryan Lundquist. Bryan hosts the popular podcast "Social Kick", and joins the show to talk swimming, water and air quality, and changing the culture of swimming. olympic swimming, world records, pool clarity, social kick, social kick podcast, swimming pool professional, pool water quality false full 172 d0fc5684-e5bf-459d-b7b4-c3507b348cde My statement of purpose. [00:00] - Intro

[00:58] - To pool professionals.

[05:41] - To you, the individual listener.

[08:47] - To the industry in general.

[11:28] - To homeowners.

[18:30] - To me.

[21:20] - Upcoming education events.

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]]> Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/my-statement-of-purpose-R8FRYRhO [00:00] - Intro

[00:58] - To pool professionals.

[05:41] - To you, the individual listener.

[08:47] - To the industry in general.

[11:28] - To homeowners.

[18:30] - To me.

[21:20] - Upcoming education events.

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]]> My statement of purpose. Eric Knight 00:25:18 Eric outlines his WHY. His purpose for not only creating this podcast, but for being in the industry in the first place. Eric outlines his WHY. His purpose for not only creating this podcast, but for being in the industry in the first place. pool ownership, pool industry, swimming pool professional, residential pool false full 171 3e3b5403-cc86-4844-b383-44847d6c3e7a Rebirth. You asked for more podcasts and great information.  But instead, we brought Eric back.

The new email address is ruleyourpool@gmail.com.

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]]> Wed, 17 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/rebirth-tZOzefCX You asked for more podcasts and great information.  But instead, we brought Eric back.

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]]> Rebirth. Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight 00:24:02 Eric and Jarred return to reclaim their place among the top 17 swimming pool podcasts. Eric and Jarred return to reclaim their place among the top 17 swimming pool podcasts. orenda, pool podcast, eric knight, watershape university, hasa false full 170 12f50635-8a4e-48f8-9154-19073e078d8e Thank you. Thank you to all of you who have listened to this podcast over the years.  You are greatly appreciated, and I hope you found value in what you learned here. It has been an honor.

-- Eric 

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]]> Wed, 2 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/thank-you-Sj4pVN9C Thank you to all of you who have listened to this podcast over the years.  You are greatly appreciated, and I hope you found value in what you learned here. It has been an honor.

-- Eric 

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]]> Thank you. Eric Knight 00:22:42 Eric says goodbye in his last episode before taking the helm as Executive Director at Watershape University. Eric says goodbye in his last episode before taking the helm as Executive Director at Watershape University. eric knight, watershape university false full 169 f69d1998-64b0-423b-a1d1-a4c68dd91486 What are chlorides? 00:00 - Introduction

01:21 - Halogens on the Periodic Table of Elements

02:48 - Valence states

06:17 - Chlorides and stainless steel

09:44 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 22 Jan 2025 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/what-are-chlorides-QtuNS5PT 00:00 - Introduction

01:21 - Halogens on the Periodic Table of Elements

02:48 - Valence states

06:17 - Chlorides and stainless steel

09:44 - Closing

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]]> What are chlorides? Eric Knight 00:13:02 Eric talks about the difference between the valence states of the chlorine atom. Cl+ is different from chlorides, which are Cl-. Chlorides are inert, but they can be recharged into chlorine gas with a salt chlorine generator, and they also interfere with stainless steel's chromium oxide layer, helping chlorine corrode it. Eric talks about the difference between the valence states of the chlorine atom. Cl+ is different from chlorides, which are Cl-. Chlorides are inert, but they can be recharged into chlorine gas with a salt chlorine generator, and they also interfere with stainless steel's chromium oxide layer, helping chlorine corrode it. electron transfer, oxidation, chlorides, pool corrosion, chloride, chromium oxide, pool chemistry, electrochemical corrosion, pool heater, chlorine valence states, corrosion in natatorium, corrosion in pool, metal corrosion false full 168 ecb618a1-9c86-499f-be4f-04b78a0f3b94 Los Angeles Wildfire Relief 00:00 - Introduction

01:07 - Close to home

05:37 - Worse smoke and ash than forest fires

11:37 - our condolences

14:00 - How we are going to help

21:39 - Closing

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Our deepest condolences to all affected by these fires. These hit close to home, as so many of our customers and HASA employees have been evacuated, and many of whom have lost everything.  Our prayers are with you.

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]]> Wed, 15 Jan 2025 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Miguel Chavez, Terry Arko) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/la-wildfire-relief-s8MExUrx 00:00 - Introduction

01:07 - Close to home

05:37 - Worse smoke and ash than forest fires

11:37 - our condolences

14:00 - How we are going to help

21:39 - Closing

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Natural disasters like the wildfires in Los Angeles are painful reminders that no matter how much we think we have domesticated nature, nature is always more powerful than we are.

Our deepest condolences to all affected by these fires. These hit close to home, as so many of our customers and HASA employees have been evacuated, and many of whom have lost everything.  Our prayers are with you.

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]]> Los Angeles Wildfire Relief Eric Knight, Miguel Chavez, Terry Arko 00:24:11 Terry, Miguel and Eric discuss the devastating wildfires in greater Los Angeles, and what our industry can do about it to help those directly affected. Terry, Miguel and Eric discuss the devastating wildfires in greater Los Angeles, and what our industry can do about it to help those directly affected. palisades fire, swimming pools wildfire, eaton fire, los angeles fire, wild fires and pools, pasadena wildfire, los angeles wildfire false full 167 f3d7ec2e-943d-415d-99e6-b844064ddaeb Water's Story (w/ Jim Lauria and Terry Arko) 00:00 - Introduction

01:52 - Jim Lauria and Mazzei

07:53 - Leonardo da Vinci and water

11:46 - Podcast: Water We Talking About?

15:14 - The Blue Mind - Wallace J. Nichols

20:13 - Water must be coaxed.

23:10 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 1 Jan 2025 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jim Lauria, Terry Arko) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/waters-story-with-jim-lauria-8sQYHa0w 00:00 - Introduction

01:52 - Jim Lauria and Mazzei

07:53 - Leonardo da Vinci and water

11:46 - Podcast: Water We Talking About?

15:14 - The Blue Mind - Wallace J. Nichols

20:13 - Water must be coaxed.

23:10 - Closing

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]]> Water's Story (w/ Jim Lauria and Terry Arko) Eric Knight, Jim Lauria, Terry Arko 00:26:26 Terry invites Jim Lauria, the VP of sales for Mazzei Injector Company, onto the podcast. Jim hosts a podcast called "Water we talking about?" Jim caught our attention with an article about how Leonardo Da Vinci's fascination with water. Jim has a passion for telling water's story, and so do we. Terry invites Jim Lauria, the VP of sales for Mazzei Injector Company, onto the podcast. Jim hosts a podcast called "Water we talking about?" Jim caught our attention with an article about how Leonardo Da Vinci's fascination with water. Jim has a passion for telling water's story, and so do we. mazzei, leonardo da vinci, pool chemistry, mazzei injector, water, waters story false full 166 4b3fd8ee-a86d-4088-9e38-ee286bb20889 Can a pool heater have both corrosion AND scale? 00:00 - Introduction

01:18 - Non-LSI causes of corrosion 

03:34 - Scenario 1: Chasing pH and range chemistry

09:05 - Acid abuse vs. containing pH

10:15 - Pouring undiluted acid can scale heaters?

13:06 - Scenario 2: Stray current / electrochemical corrosion

15:51 - Closing

16:27 - Watershape University - Service 1211: Essential Water Chemistry Class

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]]> Wed, 18 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/pool-heater-corrosion-and-scale-co_ppyZ7 00:00 - Introduction

01:18 - Non-LSI causes of corrosion 

03:34 - Scenario 1: Chasing pH and range chemistry

09:05 - Acid abuse vs. containing pH

10:15 - Pouring undiluted acid can scale heaters?

13:06 - Scenario 2: Stray current / electrochemical corrosion

15:51 - Closing

16:27 - Watershape University - Service 1211: Essential Water Chemistry Class

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]]> Can a pool heater have both corrosion AND scale? Eric Knight 00:20:22 Expanding on last episode (164), Eric talks about a few scenarios where a pool heater can both corrode AND scale. There are several reasons beyond water balance that can cause corrosion, and chasing pH usually makes things worse. Expanding on last episode (164), Eric talks about a few scenarios where a pool heater can both corrode AND scale. There are several reasons beyond water balance that can cause corrosion, and chasing pH usually makes things worse. electron transfer, oxidation, pool corrosion, scale in pool heater, copper staining, pool chemistry, electrochemical corrosion, pool heater, corrosion in natatorium, corrosion in pool, pool heater corrosion, metal corrosion false full 165 9dabc08f-5b46-4efd-a58d-ab2f264dec0d Understanding Metal Corrosion 00:00 - Reminder: Watershape University Service 1211: Essential Water Chemistry class (8-hour certification)

04:50 - What is corrosion?

09:23 - Moisture, Condensation, and Corrosion

14:39- Metallurgist's explanation of corrosion

16:43 - What types of metals corrode?

23:48 - Residential pool corrosion

25:17 - Bonding against stray current

30:05 - Black flakes in the pool

31:44 - How to fix and prevent corrosion

35:07 - Closing 

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]]> Wed, 11 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/understanding-metal-corrosion-naBBu6kf 00:00 - Reminder: Watershape University Service 1211: Essential Water Chemistry class (8-hour certification)

04:50 - What is corrosion?

09:23 - Moisture, Condensation, and Corrosion

14:39- Metallurgist's explanation of corrosion

16:43 - What types of metals corrode?

23:48 - Residential pool corrosion

25:17 - Bonding against stray current

30:05 - Black flakes in the pool

31:44 - How to fix and prevent corrosion

35:07 - Closing 

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]]> Understanding Metal Corrosion Eric Knight 00:38:04 Thanks to the help of a metallurgist, Eric does his best to explain metal corrosion in a simplified way. It's an electrochemical reaction where electrons are transferred between an anode and cathode. Thanks to the help of a metallurgist, Eric does his best to explain metal corrosion in a simplified way. It's an electrochemical reaction where electrons are transferred between an anode and cathode. electron transfer, oxidation, indoor pool rust, redox reaction, pool corrosion, stainless steel, rust, pool chemistry, indoor pool corrosion, stainless steel corrosion, electrochemical corrosion, corrosion in natatorium, corrosion in pool, metal corrosion false full 164 b87c23f8-dfba-42fe-9c8f-e5af14f1afff The Three Constants 00:00 - Introduction

00:12 - New Watershape University Class: Service 1211 - Essential Water Chemistry

05:42 - One big question each year

08:59 - Constant 1: Water will always return to its natural state

09:44 - Constant 2: Henry's Law

10:37 - Constant 3: Gravity

12:49 - Example of all three constants in one pool

19:59 - The three constants are eternal

21:52 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 27 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/three-constants-cBl3zNrO 00:00 - Introduction

00:12 - New Watershape University Class: Service 1211 - Essential Water Chemistry

05:42 - One big question each year

08:59 - Constant 1: Water will always return to its natural state

09:44 - Constant 2: Henry's Law

10:37 - Constant 3: Gravity

12:49 - Example of all three constants in one pool

19:59 - The three constants are eternal

21:52 - Closing

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]]> The Three Constants Eric Knight 00:23:02 Eric discusses three constants that pool owners and professionals can always rely on. Like them or not, they have always been there, and they are not going away. Eric discusses three constants that pool owners and professionals can always rely on. Like them or not, they have always been there, and they are not going away. henry's law, constants in pools, variables in pools, swimming pool chemistry, water chemistry, lsi, swimming pool false full 163 fc75b8a5-057d-4bdc-a2dd-550432c514e4 Scale and Scum Lines on Pool Furniture (w/ Mike Collins, TenJam) SUPPORT HURRICANE HELENE VICTIMS: https://www.wryker.com/collections/helene-disaster-relief .  Check out with promo code HELENE.  What you buy will be matched buy Wryker Supply. Enter your shipping address, but the promo code will ensure the products go on a pallet for delivery to Samaritan's Purse.

 

00:00 - Introduction

00:49 - What is TenJam?

04:08 - Water inside pool furniture

07:33 - Why scum lines and calcium scale forms on pool furniture

14:46 -Clean up and prevention 

21:41 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 20 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Mike Collins, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/scale-and-scum-lines-on-pool-furniture-Rt6YLEZW SUPPORT HURRICANE HELENE VICTIMS: https://www.wryker.com/collections/helene-disaster-relief .  Check out with promo code HELENE.  What you buy will be matched buy Wryker Supply. Enter your shipping address, but the promo code will ensure the products go on a pallet for delivery to Samaritan's Purse.

 

00:00 - Introduction

00:49 - What is TenJam?

04:08 - Water inside pool furniture

07:33 - Why scum lines and calcium scale forms on pool furniture

14:46 -Clean up and prevention 

21:41 - Closing

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]]> Scale and Scum Lines on Pool Furniture (w/ Mike Collins, TenJam) Mike Collins, Eric Knight 00:23:31 Eric sits down with Mike Collins from TenJam pool furniture to discuss scale formation and scum lines on plastic pool furniture. Eric sits down with Mike Collins from TenJam pool furniture to discuss scale formation and scum lines on plastic pool furniture. pool scum line, algae inside pool furniture, scale in pool, calcium scale on pool furniture, calcium carbonate scale, plastic pool furniture, calcium line in pool, scum line, pool furniture false full 162 a053c633-a9b4-4f26-9fd0-3b444531edf0 Integration with PaythePoolman (w/ Teresa Berry) SUPPORT HURRICANE HELENE VICTIMS: https://www.wryker.com/collections/helene-disaster-relief .  Check out with promo code HELENE.  What you buy will be matched buy Wryker Supply. Enter your shipping address, but the promo code will ensure the products go on a pallet for delivery to Samaritan's Purse.

 

00:00 - Introduction

01:05 - Teresa Berry

05:29 - The origins of PaythePoolman

08:19 - Problems addressed

11:35 - What constants can you rely on?

25:05 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 6 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Teresa Berry) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/paythepoolman-integration-Aj4Y2bpT SUPPORT HURRICANE HELENE VICTIMS: https://www.wryker.com/collections/helene-disaster-relief .  Check out with promo code HELENE.  What you buy will be matched buy Wryker Supply. Enter your shipping address, but the promo code will ensure the products go on a pallet for delivery to Samaritan's Purse.

 

00:00 - Introduction

01:05 - Teresa Berry

05:29 - The origins of PaythePoolman

08:19 - Problems addressed

11:35 - What constants can you rely on?

25:05 - Closing

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]]> Integration with PaythePoolman (w/ Teresa Berry) Eric Knight, Teresa Berry 00:27:37 Eric is joined by Teresa Berry to discuss the new Orenda Calculator integration with PaythePoolman, a pool business software that has been helping pool pros since 2015. Eric is joined by Teresa Berry to discuss the new Orenda Calculator integration with PaythePoolman, a pool business software that has been helping pool pros since 2015. orenda calculator, pool professional, paythepoolman, orenda app, pool business software false full 161 db59fd60-202e-4a76-a162-136cfc9d2aad The Undeniable Power of Water SUPPORT HURRICANE HELENE VICTIMS: https://www.wryker.com/collections/helene-disaster-relief .  Check out with promo code HELENE.  What you buy will be matched buy Wryker Supply. Enter your shipping address, but the promo code will ensure the products go on a pallet for delivery to Samaritan's Purse.

 

00:00 - Introduction

03:03 - Hurricane Helene

07:14 - How much rain and flooding?

09:06 - Gravity is a constant

12:44 - Pools are just domesticated water

15:21 - Don't fight water.

16:53 - Announcing WU 1211: Basic Water Chemistry

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]]> Wed, 23 Oct 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/undeniable-power-of-water-W2YsPqSy SUPPORT HURRICANE HELENE VICTIMS: https://www.wryker.com/collections/helene-disaster-relief .  Check out with promo code HELENE.  What you buy will be matched buy Wryker Supply. Enter your shipping address, but the promo code will ensure the products go on a pallet for delivery to Samaritan's Purse.

 

00:00 - Introduction

03:03 - Hurricane Helene

07:14 - How much rain and flooding?

09:06 - Gravity is a constant

12:44 - Pools are just domesticated water

15:21 - Don't fight water.

16:53 - Announcing WU 1211: Basic Water Chemistry

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]]> The Undeniable Power of Water Eric Knight 00:19:15 SUPPORT HURRICANE HELENE VICTIMS: https://www.wryker.com/collections/helene-disaster-relief . Check out with promo code HELENE. What you buy will be matched buy Wryker Supply. Enter your shipping address, but the promo code will ensure the products go on a pallet for delivery to Samaritan's Purse. Eric reflects on the horrific devastation from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the raw power of flood water, and a reminder that swimming pools are just samples of domesticated water. It's unwise to fight it. SUPPORT HURRICANE HELENE VICTIMS: https://www.wryker.com/collections/helene-disaster-relief . Check out with promo code HELENE. What you buy will be matched buy Wryker Supply. Enter your shipping address, but the promo code will ensure the products go on a pallet for delivery to Samaritan's Purse. Eric reflects on the horrific devastation from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the raw power of flood water, and a reminder that swimming pools are just samples of domesticated water. It's unwise to fight it. floodwater, hurricane milton, raw power of water, nature of water, hurricane helene, hurricane damage, flood water damage, swimming pool hurricane, hurricanes and pools false full 160 eeef8dd6-3f60-4a5b-88c2-ab4242672d5e Cyanuric Acid Testing and its Limitations (w/ Joe Sweazy) 00:00 - Introduction

02:27 - Testing frequency

05:11 - Melamine reagent for CYA testing

08:32 - Diluting the sample

13:32 - More testing precision at low CYA levels

17:51 - The future of CYA testing

21:17 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 16 Oct 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Joe Sweazy) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/cya-testing-limitations-E_OVcO3E 00:00 - Introduction

02:27 - Testing frequency

05:11 - Melamine reagent for CYA testing

08:32 - Diluting the sample

13:32 - More testing precision at low CYA levels

17:51 - The future of CYA testing

21:17 - Closing

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]]> Cyanuric Acid Testing and its Limitations (w/ Joe Sweazy) Eric Knight, Joe Sweazy 00:23:29 Joe Sweazy joins the show to talk about cyanuric acid (CYA) testing and its limitations. Joe Sweazy joins the show to talk about cyanuric acid (CYA) testing and its limitations. cya in pool, cyanuric acid test, swimming pool chemistry, water chemistry test, how to test cyanuric acid, isocyanurate, cyanuric acid, cya testing, swimming pool test, how to test cya in a pool false full 159 e6a6c2bd-060d-4b9f-b654-1461ce47d6f0 Calcium Phosphate Scale 00:00 - Introduction

02:15 - Credit to whom it is owed

03:14 - What is calcium phosphate?

08:42 - Formula for calcium phosphate precipitation

14:34 - Lab results (thanks Que Hales!)

16:05 - How to identify and prevent calcium phosphate scale

19:43 - Closing 

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]]> Wed, 9 Oct 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/calcium-phosphate-scale-vFhQgDwj 00:00 - Introduction

02:15 - Credit to whom it is owed

03:14 - What is calcium phosphate?

08:42 - Formula for calcium phosphate precipitation

14:34 - Lab results (thanks Que Hales!)

16:05 - How to identify and prevent calcium phosphate scale

19:43 - Closing 

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]]> Calcium Phosphate Scale Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:22:57 Eric and Jarred dive deep on calcium phosphate scale, aka hydroxylapatite, and how it differs from calcium carbonate. Eric and Jarred dive deep on calcium phosphate scale, aka hydroxylapatite, and how it differs from calcium carbonate. orthophosphate, hydroxylapatite, swimming pool chemistry, scale in pool heater, calcium phosphate, phosphates in pool, hydroxyapatite, calcium scale in pool, phosphates, types of scale in pools false full 158 e4a1e222-93ff-4d53-9fdf-3fd33559b82d Measuring Chemicals: Volume vs. Weight 00:00 - Introduction

02:29 - Three most profitable tools for pools

06:16 - Dry scoop vs. Liquid measuring cup

09:56 - Product percentages

12:59 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 2 Oct 2024 05:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/chemical-volume-vs-weight-MAU2Cdj1 00:00 - Introduction

02:29 - Three most profitable tools for pools

06:16 - Dry scoop vs. Liquid measuring cup

09:56 - Product percentages

12:59 - Closing

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]]> Measuring Chemicals: Volume vs. Weight Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:14:56 Jarred returns to the podcast to talk about dry weight vs. liquid volume, and how it relates to pool chemicals. We also discuss chlorine product percentages and what they mean. Jarred returns to the podcast to talk about dry weight vs. liquid volume, and how it relates to pool chemicals. We also discuss chlorine product percentages and what they mean. dry chemicals, product percentages, swimming pool chemistry, volume vs mass, cal hypo percent, how to measure pool chemicals, volume vs weight, pool chemicals, cal hypo false full 157 dedd4d26-d904-4ec0-be7d-f10a94c71b29 Closing time, one last call for calcium 00:00 - Introduction

05:09 - Previous winterization podcast episodes

06:22 - WHY do we winterize the Orenda way?

07:44 - Three winterization fundamentals

08:16 - Mechanical and physical closing processes

11:18 - Water quality over winter

14:14 - Closing kits

16:26 - Our recommended closing chemicals

18:24 - Water balance over winter

24:15 - Vinyl liner and fiberglass winter damage

25:35 - Pool cover types matter

27:13 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 11 Sep 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/closing-time-one-last-call-for-calcium-36Ccn20K 00:00 - Introduction

05:09 - Previous winterization podcast episodes

06:22 - WHY do we winterize the Orenda way?

07:44 - Three winterization fundamentals

08:16 - Mechanical and physical closing processes

11:18 - Water quality over winter

14:14 - Closing kits

16:26 - Our recommended closing chemicals

18:24 - Water balance over winter

24:15 - Vinyl liner and fiberglass winter damage

25:35 - Pool cover types matter

27:13 - Closing

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]]> Closing time, one last call for calcium Eric Knight 00:30:13 Eric goes in depth on closing the pool for the winter (winterization), what the fundamental objectives are, and why. Eric goes in depth on closing the pool for the winter (winterization), what the fundamental objectives are, and why. pool closing, orenda closing, orenda winterization, pool cover, how to winterize a swimming pool, lsi balance, winter pool chemistry, pool winterization, pool lsi false full 156 fd4869db-30c0-4b70-92a5-a7e34e43cd3b Understanding non-chlorine shock (w/ Terry Arko) 00:00 - Introduction

01:08 - Non-chlorine alternatives

03:06 - Disinfection and sanitization (5 and 3-log reductions)

05:16 - Affinity

07:49 - Oxidation

09:21 - What is non-chlorine shock?

12:06 - Non-chlorine shock vs. combined chlorine?

16:01 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 4 Sep 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Terry Arko) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/non-chlorine-shock-sNW4Kv_9 00:00 - Introduction

01:08 - Non-chlorine alternatives

03:06 - Disinfection and sanitization (5 and 3-log reductions)

05:16 - Affinity

07:49 - Oxidation

09:21 - What is non-chlorine shock?

12:06 - Non-chlorine shock vs. combined chlorine?

16:01 - Closing

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]]> Understanding non-chlorine shock (w/ Terry Arko) Eric Knight, Terry Arko 00:17:20 Terry Arko joins the show once again to talk about non-chlorine shock, specifically the oxidizer product called potassium peroxymonopersulfate, aka monopersulfate or just MPS. Terry Arko joins the show once again to talk about non-chlorine shock, specifically the oxidizer product called potassium peroxymonopersulfate, aka monopersulfate or just MPS. non chlorine shock, potassium monopersulfate, pool chemistry, non-chlorine oxidizer, oxidizer, potassium peroxymonopersulfate false full 155 dd97cb36-b026-4010-a1cf-42d613c4cafe Foam and Defoamers (w/ Terry Arko) 00:00 - Introduction

01:18 - Soap

06:02 - Water temperature, soft water, and foam

12:11 - Defoamer products

17:16 - Proactive foam management: enzymes and chitosan

24:14 - When to drain and refill a spa

27:24 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 28 Aug 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Terry Arko) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/foam-and-defoamers-xjJaXka0 00:00 - Introduction

01:18 - Soap

06:02 - Water temperature, soft water, and foam

12:11 - Defoamer products

17:16 - Proactive foam management: enzymes and chitosan

24:14 - When to drain and refill a spa

27:24 - Closing

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]]> Foam and Defoamers (w/ Terry Arko) Eric Knight, Terry Arko 00:31:28 Terry Arko joins the show to explain why foam occurs in hot tubs and pools, what defoamer products are, how they work, and some better alternatives that don't contribute to the long-term problem. Terry Arko joins the show to explain why foam occurs in hot tubs and pools, what defoamer products are, how they work, and some better alternatives that don't contribute to the long-term problem. spa foam, defoaming product, hot tub foam, defoamer, spa defoamer, pool foam, silicone oil, spa foaming, foam in pool, hot tub foaming false full 154 a5772452-89ac-4c99-a113-27f06d816c19 AirBNB, VRBO, and other vacation rental pools and spas 00:00 - Introduction

01:27 - Unpredictable bather load? Get back to basics.

03:05 - Back to the Four Pillars

04:12 - Four Pillars Action Steps

08:31 - We don't know what happens in these pools

10:17 - Rapidly changing water temperature

14:49 - Pool/Spa Combos

16:22 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 21 Aug 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/vacation-rentals-zAs5FBYc 00:00 - Introduction

01:27 - Unpredictable bather load? Get back to basics.

03:05 - Back to the Four Pillars

04:12 - Four Pillars Action Steps

08:31 - We don't know what happens in these pools

10:17 - Rapidly changing water temperature

14:49 - Pool/Spa Combos

16:22 - Closing

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]]> AirBNB, VRBO, and other vacation rental pools and spas Eric Knight 00:17:36 Eric answers a customer's question about vacation rental properties and their unpredictable bather loads and temperature swings. Eric answers a customer's question about vacation rental properties and their unpredictable bather loads and temperature swings. cold water chemistry, vrbo, cold pool water, rental pool, vacation property with pool, airbnb, vacation rental false full 153 33756320-b6c9-4947-9f69-ceee6fc50632 Automatic pool covers and water chemistry 00:00 - Introduction

01:29 - Why pool covers change pool chemistry

03:09 - Rain and snow dilution

03:48 - Auto-covers and plaster issues

05:00 - Salt chlorine generators and covered pools

09:11 - Breathable pool covers?

10:08 - Trichlor feeders on pools with autocovers

12:55 - Creative ways to off-gas CO2 from a covered pool

14:43 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 14 Aug 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/auto-covers-and-chemistry-4D0pRB_a 00:00 - Introduction

01:29 - Why pool covers change pool chemistry

03:09 - Rain and snow dilution

03:48 - Auto-covers and plaster issues

05:00 - Salt chlorine generators and covered pools

09:11 - Breathable pool covers?

10:08 - Trichlor feeders on pools with autocovers

12:55 - Creative ways to off-gas CO2 from a covered pool

14:43 - Closing

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]]> Automatic pool covers and water chemistry Eric Knight 00:16:39 Eric walks through the impact that pool covers have on pool chemistry throughout the season. In short, they block dilution and the off-gassing of CO2. Eric walks through the impact that pool covers have on pool chemistry throughout the season. In short, they block dilution and the off-gassing of CO2. pool cover, automatic pool cover, salt pool, pool autocover, pool covers and winterization false full 152 75852d82-b795-4166-9ce7-9b90896f6018 Saharan dust blowing across the Atlantic Ocean 00:00 - Introduction

00:58 - Saharan dust research

02:07 - What is Saharan dust?

03:15 - Why Saharan dust is important to our global ecosystem

07:20 - How Saharan dust impacts swimming pools

08:23 - Saharan dust is similar to wildfires and Haboob dust storms

10:11 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 7 Aug 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/sahara-dust-4DFtif1Q 00:00 - Introduction

00:58 - Saharan dust research

02:07 - What is Saharan dust?

03:15 - Why Saharan dust is important to our global ecosystem

07:20 - How Saharan dust impacts swimming pools

08:23 - Saharan dust is similar to wildfires and Haboob dust storms

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]]> Saharan dust blowing across the Atlantic Ocean Eric Knight 00:11:50 Eric explains a global phenomenon that most of us are probably unaware of. 182 million tons of dust from the Sahara Desert blows across the Atlantic ocean, and our ecosystem depends on it...mainly because that dust is loaded with phosphorus. How does that dust impact pools in the western hemisphere? Eric explains a global phenomenon that most of us are probably unaware of. 182 million tons of dust from the Sahara Desert blows across the Atlantic ocean, and our ecosystem depends on it...mainly because that dust is loaded with phosphorus. How does that dust impact pools in the western hemisphere? saharan dust in swimming pools, saharan dust phosphorus, saharan dust, dust in pool, sahara dust, saharan dust across atlantic false full 151 5698e2f3-1251-4904-a9e1-95bca56bac34 Mid-summer update 2024 00:00 - Introduction

03:29 - LaMotte integration with 601 discs

04:41 - App login vs. Orenda Academy login

06:28 - Watershape University course

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]]> Wed, 31 Jul 2024 21:18:31 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/mid-summer-update-2024-nd5PtI_G 00:00 - Introduction

03:29 - LaMotte integration with 601 discs

04:41 - App login vs. Orenda Academy login

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]]> Mid-summer update 2024 Eric Knight 00:07:50 Eric briefly updates the audience on the Orenda App projects and the new Watershape University chemistry course being created. This would have been an Olympic preview, but due to technical difficulties with our last guest, we will have to re-record after the Olympics. Eric briefly updates the audience on the Orenda App projects and the new Watershape University chemistry course being created. This would have been an Olympic preview, but due to technical difficulties with our last guest, we will have to re-record after the Olympics. lamotte, orenda academy, watershape university, lamotte spintouch, orenda app false full 150 53f48d3a-6740-4c24-b538-74f592f2329d A Pulmonologist's Perspective on Indoor Air Quality, and Blood/Water Chemistry (w/ Mike Fields, MD) 00:00 - Introduction

01:01 - Why Dr. Fields contacted us

04:58 - Indoor pools and HVAC design

09:59 - What are weezing and asthma?

14:25 - Medications for breathing issues

20:22 - What is a pulmonologist?

22:37 - Explaining chloramines and the pool smell

32:13 - Contamination Sources

34:56 - Blood and water chemistry

42:55 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 24 Jul 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Dr. Mike Fields) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/pulmonologist-mike-fields-dT8waIpN 00:00 - Introduction

01:01 - Why Dr. Fields contacted us

04:58 - Indoor pools and HVAC design

09:59 - What are weezing and asthma?

14:25 - Medications for breathing issues

20:22 - What is a pulmonologist?

22:37 - Explaining chloramines and the pool smell

32:13 - Contamination Sources

34:56 - Blood and water chemistry

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]]> A Pulmonologist's Perspective on Indoor Air Quality, and Blood/Water Chemistry (w/ Mike Fields, MD) Eric Knight, Dr. Mike Fields 00:47:05 Eric is joined by Dr. Mike Fields, a pediatric pulmonologist. Mike has swimmers as patients with lung issues and breathing problems due to swimming indoors. The discussion touches on indoor pool air quality, and the similarities between blood and water chemistry. Eric is joined by Dr. Mike Fields, a pediatric pulmonologist. Mike has swimmers as patients with lung issues and breathing problems due to swimming indoors. The discussion touches on indoor pool air quality, and the similarities between blood and water chemistry. lifeguard lung, indoor pool air quality, chloramines, pulmonologist, swimmer cough, water chemistry, carbonic acid, indoor air quality, endemic granulomatous pneumonitis, coughing while swimming, blood chemistry false full 149 526193f2-730f-4320-a0a2-d90f6af4fe4b Sunlight, UV, clouds, and chlorine destruction 00:00 - Introduction

01:30 - Using chlorine vs. Losing chlorine

06:42 - UV degradation (photolysis) of chlorine

08:11 - Electromagnetic radiation and light from the Sun

11:10 - Low and medium pressure UV disinfection systems

14:32 - Fluence (focused intensity)

17:54 - How sunlight destroys chlorine

19:49 - Minimal CYA is necessary

23:59 - Summary

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]]> Wed, 17 Jul 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/sunlight-uv-clouds-and-chlorine-destruction-iYXCDq0B 00:00 - Introduction

01:30 - Using chlorine vs. Losing chlorine

06:42 - UV degradation (photolysis) of chlorine

08:11 - Electromagnetic radiation and light from the Sun

11:10 - Low and medium pressure UV disinfection systems

14:32 - Fluence (focused intensity)

17:54 - How sunlight destroys chlorine

19:49 - Minimal CYA is necessary

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]]> Sunlight, UV, clouds, and chlorine destruction Eric Knight 00:27:40 Eric dives deep into solar radiation, focusing on ultraviolet light and how it destroys chlorine, even on cloudy, rainy days. He nerds out with fancy new words like fluence and photolysis. Eric dives deep into solar radiation, focusing on ultraviolet light and how it destroys chlorine, even on cloudy, rainy days. He nerds out with fancy new words like fluence and photolysis. uv disinfection, protect chlorine, uv in pools, ultraviolet, chlorine, pool chemistry, cyanuric acid, chlorine stabilizer, swimming pool false full 148 89903635-8f84-4e7b-98b9-07ab6ccbba10 The voice of Olympic Swimming (w/ Rowdy Gaines) 00:00 - Introduction

02:06 - Rowdy Gaines, from swimming to broadcasting

04:56 - The evolution of competitive swimming

16:18 - 2024 Olympic Trials

22:37 - Water and air quality in pools

28:43 - Step Into Swim foundation

35:41 - Game: Unqualified Answers

45:57 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 10 Jul 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Rowdy Gaines, Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/voice-of-olympic-swimming-rowdy-gaines-DL14p2eE 00:00 - Introduction

02:06 - Rowdy Gaines, from swimming to broadcasting

04:56 - The evolution of competitive swimming

16:18 - 2024 Olympic Trials

22:37 - Water and air quality in pools

28:43 - Step Into Swim foundation

35:41 - Game: Unqualified Answers

45:57 - Closing

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]]> The voice of Olympic Swimming (w/ Rowdy Gaines) Rowdy Gaines, Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:49:04 Eric and Jarred are honored to have Olympic swimming champion and the voice of Olympic swimming, Rowdy Gaines. We talk swimming, water and air quality, Step Into Swim, and pointless pool trivia at the end. Eric and Jarred are honored to have Olympic swimming champion and the voice of Olympic swimming, Rowdy Gaines. We talk swimming, water and air quality, Step Into Swim, and pointless pool trivia at the end. olympic swimming, drowning prevention, learn to swim, step into swim, swim across america, swimming lessons, rowdy gaines false full 147 09bbd9f4-6e30-487c-84af-a0a5e3c56452 Orenda App version 5.0, LaMotte SpinTouch integration and our new Chemical Calculator 00:00 - Introduction

01:23 - What's new in the Orenda App version 5.0?

05:43 - LaMotte SpinTouch integration

13:43 - The new Chemical Calculator

17:08 - Login is required for these new features

22:07 - Demonstrating the new Chemical Calculator

27:08 - The website Orenda Calculator™

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]]> Wed, 3 Jul 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/orenda-version5-lamotte-integration-S8htZedd 00:00 - Introduction

01:23 - What's new in the Orenda App version 5.0?

05:43 - LaMotte SpinTouch integration

13:43 - The new Chemical Calculator

17:08 - Login is required for these new features

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]]> Orenda App version 5.0, LaMotte SpinTouch integration and our new Chemical Calculator Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:34:02 Jarred and Eric talk about the release of the Orenda App update, version 5.0. It features the new bluetooth integration with the LaMotte WaterLink Spintouch® test kit, a brand new chemical calculator, and a login for future saving of results. Jarred and Eric talk about the release of the Orenda App update, version 5.0. It features the new bluetooth integration with the LaMotte WaterLink Spintouch® test kit, a brand new chemical calculator, and a login for future saving of results. orenda calculator, swimming pool app, lamotte, orenda, pool calculator, lamotte spintouch, orenda app, waterlink spintouch, pool chemistry results, pool chemical calculator false full 146 a4b73d76-f033-4e95-aafd-9a159620a1da Preventing Shoulder and Back Injuries (w/ Paul Cagle, MD) 00:00 - Introduction

02:10 - Dr. Paul Cagle, shoulder surgeon

06:02 - Scenario: lifting heavy buckets in and out of a pickup truck bed

11:32 - Protecting your back muscles

17:27 - Preventative strengthening exercises

21:06 - Most common shoulder injuries that lead to surgery

25:47 - Brushing a pool safely

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]]> Wed, 26 Jun 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Dr. Paul Cagle) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/preventing-shoulder-back-injuries-vad2dqqv 00:00 - Introduction

02:10 - Dr. Paul Cagle, shoulder surgeon

06:02 - Scenario: lifting heavy buckets in and out of a pickup truck bed

11:32 - Protecting your back muscles

17:27 - Preventative strengthening exercises

21:06 - Most common shoulder injuries that lead to surgery

25:47 - Brushing a pool safely

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]]> Preventing Shoulder and Back Injuries (w/ Paul Cagle, MD) Eric Knight, Dr. Paul Cagle 00:31:13 Eric convinced Dr. Paul Cagle, a world-renowned shoulder surgeon still in his scrubs after conducting surgery, to join the podcast and speak about shoulder and back injuries, preventative care, and the seemingly small injury risks we all encounter when servicing swimming pools. Eric convinced Dr. Paul Cagle, a world-renowned shoulder surgeon still in his scrubs after conducting surgery, to join the podcast and speak about shoulder and back injuries, preventative care, and the seemingly small injury risks we all encounter when servicing swimming pools. shoulder injury, shoulder surgeon, prevent shoulder injury, orenda, paul cagle, swimming pools false full 145 5fd5758f-8a9f-478b-ad8e-8c57891d55a7 Full Transparency - Changes are Coming 00:00 - Introduction

02:20 - Updating bicarbonate's pKa from 6.14 to 6.27

08:24 - Orenda app integration with a test kit

08:51 - The new calculator

15:02 - Account login

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]]> Wed, 12 Jun 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/full-transparency-changes-coming-3epP3v9W 00:00 - Introduction

02:20 - Updating bicarbonate's pKa from 6.14 to 6.27

08:24 - Orenda app integration with a test kit

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]]> Full Transparency - Changes are Coming Eric Knight 00:18:13 Eric discloses some changes coming to the Orenda App and educational materials. Eric discloses some changes coming to the Orenda App and educational materials. orenda calculator, pka, orenda, orenda app, swimming pools false full 144 c2ce19b8-77d7-40dd-aef4-7dba5b8cdcf5 Understanding Cyanurate Alkalinity 00:00 - Introduction

05:50 - Does the Orenda Calculator™ adjust alkalinity for CYA?

09:44 - pH buffering system: acids and conjugate bases

12:49 - Hydrogens move around, but don't go away

16:01 - pKa values

19:05 - Cyanuric acid and Cyanurate ion

22:13 - More CYA increases buffering capacity

25:15 - Using chlorine vs. Losing chlorine

28:52 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 5 Jun 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/cyanurate-alkalinity-u23hAsOE 00:00 - Introduction

05:50 - Does the Orenda Calculator™ adjust alkalinity for CYA?

09:44 - pH buffering system: acids and conjugate bases

12:49 - Hydrogens move around, but don't go away

16:01 - pKa values

19:05 - Cyanuric acid and Cyanurate ion

22:13 - More CYA increases buffering capacity

25:15 - Using chlorine vs. Losing chlorine

28:52 - Closing

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]]> Understanding Cyanurate Alkalinity Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:30:30 Jarred and Eric break down cyanurate alkalinity, and how it buffers pH and factors into the LSI formula. The Orenda Calculator already factors it in automatically. Jarred and Eric break down cyanurate alkalinity, and how it buffers pH and factors into the LSI formula. The Orenda Calculator already factors it in automatically. pka, total alkalinity, ph and acid, ph buffer, cyanurate alkalinity, swimming pool chemistry, water chemistry, orenda, acid and conjugate base, types of alkalinity, ph buffering, carbonate alkalinity, buffering system, swimming pools, alkalinity, alkalinity of water false full 143 16f94ae1-9959-4fd1-8005-94c8687efd85 Understanding pH buffering systems and pKa values 00:00 - Introduction

03:16 - pH buffering

04:43 - Bicarbonate, cyanurate and borate

06:41 - pH is based on H2O and hydrolysis

09:56 - Carbonate alkalinity means dissolved CO2 determines pH

11:51 - Bicarbonate converts into carbonate at 8.3 pH

13:22 - High TA, more buffering capacity, more acid demand

15:19 - Acids and conjugate bases

18:16 - pKa values and buffering strength

20:52 - What does pKa stand for?

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]]> Wed, 22 May 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/ph-buffering-systems-and-pka-values-bKHM3VxB 00:00 - Introduction

03:16 - pH buffering

04:43 - Bicarbonate, cyanurate and borate

06:41 - pH is based on H2O and hydrolysis

09:56 - Carbonate alkalinity means dissolved CO2 determines pH

11:51 - Bicarbonate converts into carbonate at 8.3 pH

13:22 - High TA, more buffering capacity, more acid demand

15:19 - Acids and conjugate bases

18:16 - pKa values and buffering strength

20:52 - What does pKa stand for?

23:05 - Closing

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]]> Understanding pH buffering systems and pKa values Eric Knight 00:25:35 Eric dives deep into alkalinity chemistry, explaining how pH buffering systems work, and the concept of a pKa value. Eric dives deep into alkalinity chemistry, explaining how pH buffering systems work, and the concept of a pKa value. pka, total alkalinity, ph and acid, ph buffer, cyanurate alkalinity, swimming pool chemistry, water chemistry, orenda, acid and conjugate base, types of alkalinity, ph buffering, carbonate alkalinity, buffering system, swimming pools, alkalinity, alkalinity of water false full 142 082c29e7-05e6-4d45-8c85-9ab448d88f95 Cicadas (and other small dead animals) in Swimming Pools 00:00 - Introduction

02:25 - Cicada broods every 13 or 17 years

05:44 - What do cicadas do?

07:03 - Cicadas and swimming pools

08:56 - What do cicadas introduce into swimming pool water?

10:44 - How to get cicadas out of the pool

11:29 - Other small dead animals in pools

13:02 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 8 May 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/cicadas-in-pools-ioI_tnvz 00:00 - Introduction

02:25 - Cicada broods every 13 or 17 years

05:44 - What do cicadas do?

07:03 - Cicadas and swimming pools

08:56 - What do cicadas introduce into swimming pool water?

10:44 - How to get cicadas out of the pool

11:29 - Other small dead animals in pools

13:02 - Closing

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]]> Cicadas (and other small dead animals) in Swimming Pools Eric Knight 00:14:45 Eric records outside amongst the deafening roar of millions of cicadas in Charlotte. Cicadas and other small animals that may wind up in the pool can affect water chemistry. Eric records outside amongst the deafening roar of millions of cicadas in Charlotte. Cicadas and other small animals that may wind up in the pool can affect water chemistry. cicadas in pools, cicada, pool service, animals in swimming pools, orenda, dead animal in pool, swimming pools, bugs in pools false full 141 6909e484-6fc2-4975-a969-e9271cc637e8 Tools for the Modern Pool Pro, with Skimmer + Orenda (w/ Niki Acosta and Jack Nelson) 00:00 - Introduction

01:06 - How did Niki and Jack get involved in Skimmer?

06:08 - What's new with Skimmer?

09:56 - State of Pool Service Report

12:38 - Skimmer's Orenda Calculator integration

18:03 - The modern pool pro

20:06 - How does Skimmer want their customers to use this?

22:22 - The LSI quantifies water balance

25:42 - Tracking, Trending, and Forecasting

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]]> Wed, 1 May 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Niki Acosta, Jack Nelson) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/skimmer-orenda-integration-ZWqpQ9U4 00:00 - Introduction

01:06 - How did Niki and Jack get involved in Skimmer?

06:08 - What's new with Skimmer?

09:56 - State of Pool Service Report

12:38 - Skimmer's Orenda Calculator integration

18:03 - The modern pool pro

20:06 - How does Skimmer want their customers to use this?

22:22 - The LSI quantifies water balance

25:42 - Tracking, Trending, and Forecasting

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]]> Tools for the Modern Pool Pro, with Skimmer + Orenda (w/ Niki Acosta and Jack Nelson) Eric Knight, Niki Acosta, Jack Nelson 00:31:39 Eric interviews Niki and Jack from Skimmer to discuss their vision for raising the bar in the pool industry with technology. Skimmer's integration with the Orenda Calculator is part of developing customers into Modern Pool Professionals. Eric interviews Niki and Jack from Skimmer to discuss their vision for raising the bar in the pool industry with technology. Skimmer's integration with the Orenda Calculator is part of developing customers into Modern Pool Professionals. orenda calculator, pool professional, pool service, orenda, getskimmer.com, modern pool pro, skimmer app, orenda app, pool software false full 140 ed46bbf5-2a06-423a-8042-8d9194d2fb25 Scaling Up your Pool Business with PoolBrain + Orenda (w/ Adam Beech) 00:00 - Introduction

02:06 - What is PoolBrain?

04:40 - The pains of running a large pool service business

06:48 - A lack of data

09:42 - The power of standardization and checklists

14:43 - Growing vs. Scaling

21:58 - PoolBrain + Orenda Calculator™ integration

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]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Adam Beech) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/poolbrain-orenda-adam-beech-zTIVAfeC 00:00 - Introduction

02:06 - What is PoolBrain?

04:40 - The pains of running a large pool service business

06:48 - A lack of data

09:42 - The power of standardization and checklists

14:43 - Growing vs. Scaling

21:58 - PoolBrain + Orenda Calculator™ integration

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]]> Scaling Up your Pool Business with PoolBrain + Orenda (w/ Adam Beech) Eric Knight, Adam Beech 00:29:35 Eric interviews the CEO and founder of PoolBrain, a routing software for swimming pool service companies. They talk about the growing pains of a pool service business and how PoolBrain has integrated the Orenda Calculator to expand its capabilities for the pool pro in the field. Eric interviews the CEO and founder of PoolBrain, a routing software for swimming pool service companies. They talk about the growing pains of a pool service business and how PoolBrain has integrated the Orenda Calculator to expand its capabilities for the pool pro in the field. orenda calculator, poolbrain, pool brain, orenda, orenda app, pool software, adam beech false full 139 2876b8b1-f3c3-467f-bcd9-c24d889b2289 The case against column-pouring acid 00:00 - Introduction

03:25 - Column-pouring video in Eric's Pool

06:51 - Explanation

08:26 - Wrap up

 

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]]> Wed, 17 Apr 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/column-pouring-acid-Z0bWu5_z 00:00 - Introduction

03:25 - Column-pouring video in Eric's Pool

06:51 - Explanation

08:26 - Wrap up

 

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]]> The case against column-pouring acid Eric Knight 00:10:05 Eric demonstrates why column-pouring undiluted acid into a pool is a bad idea. Food coloring and muriatic acid show the acid going straight to the floor. Eric demonstrates why column-pouring undiluted acid into a pool is a bad idea. Food coloring and muriatic acid show the acid going straight to the floor. how to add acid to a pool, swimming pool chemistry, column pour, orenda, food coloring, muriatic acid, dilute acid false full 138 3fcbdb01-00a7-4f10-8136-1d6408b3173a Self-Serving Pseudo-Science (w/ Terry Arko) 00:00 - Introduction

03:13 - Myth 1: ANSI-11 Standards NEVER allow water chemistry outside the ranges

05:12 - Myth 2: It's important to give water what it wants to "make water happy"

10:01 - Myth 3: The pH is constantly increasing outside of the acceptable range stated in Standard 11, and there are no options

14:40 - Myth 4: Water balance indexes indicate whether water is scaling or corrosive to surfaces and metals

20:12 - Myth 5: In a pool using chlorine and cyanuric acid, keeping the pH in the acceptable range is not important. Chlorine is controlled by the CYA.

29:03 - Myth 6: To control algae, it is important to maintain a certain ratio of CYA to free chlorine

33:54 - Myth 7: Chlorine lock

36:15 - Myth 8: Chlorine demand is caused by high phosphates and nitrates

37:45 - Myth 9: Using bleach in a pool does not raise pH

48:00 - Wrap up

 

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03:13 - Myth 1: ANSI-11 Standards NEVER allow water chemistry outside the ranges

05:12 - Myth 2: It's important to give water what it wants to "make water happy"

10:01 - Myth 3: The pH is constantly increasing outside of the acceptable range stated in Standard 11, and there are no options

14:40 - Myth 4: Water balance indexes indicate whether water is scaling or corrosive to surfaces and metals

20:12 - Myth 5: In a pool using chlorine and cyanuric acid, keeping the pH in the acceptable range is not important. Chlorine is controlled by the CYA.

29:03 - Myth 6: To control algae, it is important to maintain a certain ratio of CYA to free chlorine

33:54 - Myth 7: Chlorine lock

36:15 - Myth 8: Chlorine demand is caused by high phosphates and nitrates

37:45 - Myth 9: Using bleach in a pool does not raise pH

48:00 - Wrap up

 

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]]> Self-Serving Pseudo-Science (w/ Terry Arko) Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan, Terry Arko 00:51:53 Eric, Terry and Jarred address a class that not-so-subtly calls us out (but not by name) for pushing "FALSE" information to the pool industry and beyond. Their class "debunks" 9 myths, which are each discussed in this episode. Eric, Terry and Jarred address a class that not-so-subtly calls us out (but not by name) for pushing "FALSE" information to the pool industry and beyond. Their class "debunks" 9 myths, which are each discussed in this episode. phta, water quality, ansi standard 11, water chemistry, orenda, myths, pool chemistry false full 137 47c3b93b-afc5-4890-8701-56791b2bf5e5 Understanding Oxidation-Reduction Potential (ORP) 00:00 - Introduction

01:00 - ORP is a water quality subject

02:39 - Chlorine oxidizes by stealing electrons

04:25 - Why is ORP used in swimming pools?

06:26 - Is ORP measured as conductivity?

07:21 - Factors that affect ORP - pH, CYA, water temperature

08:23 - pH and ORP

11:19 - ORP accuracy is based on fixed pH and chlorine levels

13:22 - Cyanuric acid and ORP

14:24 - Water temperature and ORP

16:20 - Ways to increase ORP

19:23 - Wrap up

 

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]]> Fri, 15 Mar 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/understanding-orp-qgyDl7xo 00:00 - Introduction

01:00 - ORP is a water quality subject

02:39 - Chlorine oxidizes by stealing electrons

04:25 - Why is ORP used in swimming pools?

06:26 - Is ORP measured as conductivity?

07:21 - Factors that affect ORP - pH, CYA, water temperature

08:23 - pH and ORP

11:19 - ORP accuracy is based on fixed pH and chlorine levels

13:22 - Cyanuric acid and ORP

14:24 - Water temperature and ORP

16:20 - Ways to increase ORP

19:23 - Wrap up

 

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]]> Understanding Oxidation-Reduction Potential (ORP) Eric Knight 00:20:47 Eric dives deep into Oxidation-Reduction Potential and why it's used in swimming pools. How is ORP measured, and what does it tell us? What affects it? Eric dives deep into Oxidation-Reduction Potential and why it's used in swimming pools. How is ORP measured, and what does it tell us? What affects it? oxidation, water quality, swimming pool orp, orenda, orp, redox reactions, oxidation reduction potential false full 136 46cb7517-5514-49be-8777-9b2dd5e727b9 Chlorine's pH impact in swimming pools (w/ Terry Arko) 00:00 - Introduction

01:12 - Old habits and beliefs about chlorine and acid

07:04 - Liquid chlorine (sodium hypochlorite)

11:07 - Our bodies produce HOCl too

12:13 - HOCl will become HCl (aka muriatic acid)

16:00 - Cal hypo (calcium hypochlorite)

21:30 - Sodium Dichlor (dichloro-s-triazinetrione)

21:46 - Trichlor (tricoloro-s-triazinetrione)

26:36 - Saltwater chlorine generators (SWG)

30:43 - Chlorine gas (Cl2)

33:16 - Closing

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]]> Wed, 21 Feb 2024 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Terry Arko) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/chlorines-ph-impact-in-pools-mSGQxNRf 00:00 - Introduction

01:12 - Old habits and beliefs about chlorine and acid

07:04 - Liquid chlorine (sodium hypochlorite)

11:07 - Our bodies produce HOCl too

12:13 - HOCl will become HCl (aka muriatic acid)

16:00 - Cal hypo (calcium hypochlorite)

21:30 - Sodium Dichlor (dichloro-s-triazinetrione)

21:46 - Trichlor (tricoloro-s-triazinetrione)

26:36 - Saltwater chlorine generators (SWG)

30:43 - Chlorine gas (Cl2)

33:16 - Closing

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]]> Chlorine's pH impact in swimming pools (w/ Terry Arko) Eric Knight, Terry Arko 00:35:46 Terry Arko joins Eric to talk about the pH impact of each chlorine product used in swimming pools. What is actually going on when these chlorine products dissolve in water? Terry Arko joins Eric to talk about the pH impact of each chlorine product used in swimming pools. What is actually going on when these chlorine products dissolve in water? chlorine gas, chlorine ph impact, ph of saltwater, sodium hypochlorite, orenda, chlorine, liquid chlorine, cal hypo, ph of chlorine false full 135 b6e747f0-2e41-49d6-91b5-9a85b45f6a8d Is the Orenda Calculator™ true to the LSI formula? Or different? 00:00 - Introduction

01:35 - We have learned from past mistakes

04:40 - The history of the Orenda Calculator™ formula

05:51 - Dr. Langelier's original formula = pH - pHs

10:47 - Revisions to the LSI in 1942, 1964, 1965 and beyond

12:32 - Technology is not limited by reference charts

14:29 - The LSI charts today are based on the updates by John Wojtowicz

17:22 - Wojtowicz wrote about the pH Ceiling concept

19:19 - The most precise LSI calculator in the world

22:55 - Wrap up 

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]]> Wed, 14 Feb 2024 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/is-the-orenda-calculator-lsi-true-to-the-lsi-formula-I0ts3EIL 00:00 - Introduction

01:35 - We have learned from past mistakes

04:40 - The history of the Orenda Calculator™ formula

05:51 - Dr. Langelier's original formula = pH - pHs

10:47 - Revisions to the LSI in 1942, 1964, 1965 and beyond

12:32 - Technology is not limited by reference charts

14:29 - The LSI charts today are based on the updates by John Wojtowicz

17:22 - Wojtowicz wrote about the pH Ceiling concept

19:19 - The most precise LSI calculator in the world

22:55 - Wrap up 

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]]> Is the Orenda Calculator™ true to the LSI formula? Or different? Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:25:43 Eric and Jarred explain the Orenda Calculator's LSI formula and the research trail behind it, citing all the papers that have evolved the LSI formula into what it is today, and why it is slightly different than the LSI reference chart. Eric and Jarred explain the Orenda Calculator's LSI formula and the research trail behind it, citing all the papers that have evolved the LSI formula into what it is today, and why it is slightly different than the LSI reference chart. orenda customers, orenda, lsi, langelier saturation index, lsi calculator, lsi formula false full 134 f40774ab-cf2a-4348-b4f5-c57ccbb5689b From the booth at the 2024 Northeast Pool & Spa Show 00:00 - Introduction

00:16 - Christian Shirilla, River Pools

08:13 - Jarred's amnesia

08:44 - Terry Arko, HASA

14:42 - Jonathan Heller, MikvahTech

24:19 - Kevin Cooley, Goudy Pools

32:36 - Miguel Chavez, Orenda

38:27 - Closing

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]]> Sat, 3 Feb 2024 18:52:02 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jonathan Heller, Kevin Cooley, Christian Shirilla, Jarred Morgan, Miguel Chavez, Terry Arko) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/from-the-booth-2024-northeast-pool-and-spa-show-GwGEWgmz 00:00 - Introduction

00:16 - Christian Shirilla, River Pools

08:13 - Jarred's amnesia

08:44 - Terry Arko, HASA

14:42 - Jonathan Heller, MikvahTech

24:19 - Kevin Cooley, Goudy Pools

32:36 - Miguel Chavez, Orenda

38:27 - Closing

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]]> From the booth at the 2024 Northeast Pool & Spa Show Eric Knight, Jonathan Heller, Kevin Cooley, Christian Shirilla, Jarred Morgan, Miguel Chavez, Terry Arko 00:39:52 Eric and Jarred visit with people while sitting at our trade show booth in Atlantic City at the 2024 Northeast Pool and Spa Show. Eric and Jarred visit with people while sitting at our trade show booth in Atlantic City at the 2024 Northeast Pool and Spa Show. pool and spa show, orenda customers, atlantic city, trade show, orenda, northeast pool and spa show false full 133 0e8f14af-256c-4781-9ce7-f60d4a685ea5 Unnaturally Natural 00:00 - Introduction

00:35 - Water will naturally balance itself

03:34 - Problems above 8.3 pH

04:46 - Chlorine breaks away from CYA at a higher pH

06:24 - Unnaturally Natural

07:56 - Orenda's Four Pillars

09:59 - 2024 learning objectives

11:37 - Closing

 

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]]> Wed, 10 Jan 2024 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/unnaturally-natural-G11QFDgx 00:00 - Introduction

00:35 - Water will naturally balance itself

03:34 - Problems above 8.3 pH

04:46 - Chlorine breaks away from CYA at a higher pH

06:24 - Unnaturally Natural

07:56 - Orenda's Four Pillars

09:59 - 2024 learning objectives

11:37 - Closing

 

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]]> Unnaturally Natural Eric Knight 00:12:50 Eric outlines how to manually put water in its natural state so that both water balance and water quality can be maintained. Eric outlines how to manually put water in its natural state so that both water balance and water quality can be maintained. water treatment, water's natural state, water quality, lsi water balance, pool disinfection, water chemistry, orenda, lsi, water balance, water physics false full 132 49391cd9-467e-4bf0-b1bc-1c0da9bbfa79 Chemical product percentages and molar weight ratios 00:00 - Introduction

03:48 - Molecular weight

07:30 - Avogadro's Number - the mol

09:28 - Molar weights of pool chlorine products

11:11 - Trichlor percentages

14:52 - Dichlor percentages

17:14 - Calcium hypochlorite percentages

19:36 - Sodium hypochlorite (liquid bleach) percentages

23:03 - The Orenda Calculator™ does these equations for you

25:06 - Chlorine byproducts

27:21 - Wrap up

 

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]]> Wed, 20 Dec 2023 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/chemical-percentages-and-molar-weights-3IeAbtL5 00:00 - Introduction

03:48 - Molecular weight

07:30 - Avogadro's Number - the mol

09:28 - Molar weights of pool chlorine products

11:11 - Trichlor percentages

14:52 - Dichlor percentages

17:14 - Calcium hypochlorite percentages

19:36 - Sodium hypochlorite (liquid bleach) percentages

23:03 - The Orenda Calculator™ does these equations for you

25:06 - Chlorine byproducts

27:21 - Wrap up

 

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]]> Chemical product percentages and molar weight ratios Eric Knight 00:33:05 When looking at a pool chemical product label, what do the percentages actually mean? Eric explains these percentages and how molecular mass is converted into practical weight (g/mol) are calculated and compared. When looking at a pool chemical product label, what do the percentages actually mean? Eric explains these percentages and how molecular mass is converted into practical weight (g/mol) are calculated and compared. grams per mol, dichlor, trichlor, water chemistry, orenda, chemistry equations, liquid chlorine, molecular weight, cal hypo, chlorine percent false full 131 155bad4b-1b4a-4634-868f-ce8accaa7e22 Recap of the 2023 Int'l Pool and Spa Show 00:00 - Introduction

01:10 - Podcast growth

02:11 - Int'l Pool & Spa Show

05:13 - Watershape University Essential Plaster class (C3611)

09:26 - Pool Nation Awards / HASA Afterparty

14:06 - Honest education remains our top priority

18:06 - Closing out 2023

19:36 - Routing Softwares

21:18 - Closing

 

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]]> Wed, 6 Dec 2023 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/recap-2023-intl-pool-spa-show-osJXnR1K 00:00 - Introduction

01:10 - Podcast growth

02:11 - Int'l Pool & Spa Show

05:13 - Watershape University Essential Plaster class (C3611)

09:26 - Pool Nation Awards / HASA Afterparty

14:06 - Honest education remains our top priority

18:06 - Closing out 2023

19:36 - Routing Softwares

21:18 - Closing

 

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]]> Recap of the 2023 Int'l Pool and Spa Show Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:23:01 Eric and Jarred recap the 2023 Int'l pool and spa show, the Pool Nation Awards, and do what they can when they can to reach 200 listeners by the end of the year. Eric and Jarred recap the 2023 Int'l pool and spa show, the Pool Nation Awards, and do what they can when they can to reach 200 listeners by the end of the year. pool and spa show, pool nation, trade show, orenda, watershape university, hasa false full 130 e980e0b7-5aa7-4b83-b79b-5fbaf9095621 Top Questions of 2023 00:00 - Introduction

03:19 - Can't hold chlorine for a week?

09:05 - Can I maintain a pool at a higher pH?

12:38 - Where can I buy Orenda products?

15:34 - Calcium flakes in salt pools

18:53 - Why does pH keep climbing on a new plaster pool?

22:25 - Fiberglass chalking vs. scale

24:08 - Know your actual water chemistry before calling us

29:37 - Moving forward into 2024

32:04 - Grant's macho interruption

33:04 - Price increases. Are you accounting for them?

38:14 - Closing

 

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]]> Wed, 15 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/top-questions-of-2023-kEuPL91w 00:00 - Introduction

03:19 - Can't hold chlorine for a week?

09:05 - Can I maintain a pool at a higher pH?

12:38 - Where can I buy Orenda products?

15:34 - Calcium flakes in salt pools

18:53 - Why does pH keep climbing on a new plaster pool?

22:25 - Fiberglass chalking vs. scale

24:08 - Know your actual water chemistry before calling us

29:37 - Moving forward into 2024

32:04 - Grant's macho interruption

33:04 - Price increases. Are you accounting for them?

38:14 - Closing

 

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]]> Top Questions of 2023 Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:39:56 Eric and Jarred revisit the most frequently asked questions of 2023, and look forward into 2024. Eric and Jarred revisit the most frequently asked questions of 2023, and look forward into 2024. high ph in pool, pool service, water chemistry, orenda, chlorine loss, pool chemistry, cyanuric acid, flakes in pool false full 129 3da092a4-9b11-4f0a-979a-f9a7ff0aaf08 Alkalinity's complicated relationship with chlorine 00:00 - Introduction

00:59 - Relationship 1: High alkalinity can lead to chlorine loss via sunlight

03:41 - Coincidence vs. Cause

04:32 - pH, chlorine and CYA graph

07:36 - Chlorine leaves CYA when the pH gets high enough

09:11 - How alkalinity is involved

11:32 - Relationship 2: Chlorine can increase alkalinity

12:17 - Excess hydroxides in liquid chlorine and cal hypo accumulate

14:30 - Chemistry of chlorination

15:59 - Chlorine hydroxide byproducts

17:41 - Summary

 

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]]> Wed, 1 Nov 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/alkalinitys-complicated-relationship-with-chlorine-_7pljDXr 00:00 - Introduction

00:59 - Relationship 1: High alkalinity can lead to chlorine loss via sunlight

03:41 - Coincidence vs. Cause

04:32 - pH, chlorine and CYA graph

07:36 - Chlorine leaves CYA when the pH gets high enough

09:11 - How alkalinity is involved

11:32 - Relationship 2: Chlorine can increase alkalinity

12:17 - Excess hydroxides in liquid chlorine and cal hypo accumulate

14:30 - Chemistry of chlorination

15:59 - Chlorine hydroxide byproducts

17:41 - Summary

 

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]]> Alkalinity's complicated relationship with chlorine Eric Knight 00:19:49 Eric explains two lesser-known relationships between chlorine and alkalinity. Eric explains two lesser-known relationships between chlorine and alkalinity. total alkalinity, cyanurate, chlorine demand, high ph in pool, ph ceiling, water chemistry, orenda, chlorine loss, cyanuric acid, carbonate alkalinity, liquid chlorine false full 128 2aaae6b9-8366-4aa3-9ec6-f2e7065e00ef The man who rules his pool 00:00 - 🎶 The man who rules his pool 

02:36 - How I ruled my pool this summer

03:43 - Spreadsheet documentation

04:42 - Pool Volume: approximately 24,000 gallons

06:05 - May 9-14: Green pool cleanup

07:57 - May 14: Balance the LSI

12:08 - Leaves, debris, vacuuming and dilution

13:45 - Weekly liquid chlorine and CV-600 enzymes

15:02 - Two major rain storms and mud slides

16:46 - Add it all up

17:59 - Alkalinity: maintained thanks to liquid chlorine?

21:47 - Other products used

24:24 - Summary

26:43 - Chlorination

 

 

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]]> Wed, 25 Oct 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/the-man-who-rules-his-pool-N42NJfxQ 00:00 - 🎶 The man who rules his pool 

02:36 - How I ruled my pool this summer

03:43 - Spreadsheet documentation

04:42 - Pool Volume: approximately 24,000 gallons

06:05 - May 9-14: Green pool cleanup

07:57 - May 14: Balance the LSI

12:08 - Leaves, debris, vacuuming and dilution

13:45 - Weekly liquid chlorine and CV-600 enzymes

15:02 - Two major rain storms and mud slides

16:46 - Add it all up

17:59 - Alkalinity: maintained thanks to liquid chlorine?

21:47 - Other products used

24:24 - Summary

26:43 - Chlorination

 

 

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]]> The man who rules his pool Eric Knight 00:30:08 Eric outlines everything done to his fixer-upper pool this year. Ever since the green pool cleanup was completed on May 14, physics has taken control of the water, making it incredibly reliable and predictable. Every chemical and action has been documented throughout the year, so Eric explains exactly how he ruled his pool. Eric outlines everything done to his fixer-upper pool this year. Ever since the green pool cleanup was completed on May 14, physics has taken control of the water, making it incredibly reliable and predictable. Every chemical and action has been documented throughout the year, so Eric explains exactly how he ruled his pool. henry's law, eric's pool, high ph in pool, water chemistry, green pool, orenda, langelier saturation index, enzymes in pool, liquid chlorine, pr-10000, cv-600 false full 127 41dce562-8bb3-49ad-9479-7a1b1113587c Commercial Swimming Pools (w/ Dennis Ingram) 00:00 - Brief introduction

00:41 - CV-600's eye-opening results in commercial pools

03:34 - Filter purge

05:59 - Scale issues

07:19 - Phosphates

10:54 - UV

12:20 - LSI in commercial pools

14:36 - pH and alkalinity, overdosing acid feeders

19:24 - Closing

 

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]]> Wed, 18 Oct 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Dennis Ingram) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/commercial-swimming-pools-dennis-ingram-NVuvOh66 00:00 - Brief introduction

00:41 - CV-600's eye-opening results in commercial pools

03:34 - Filter purge

05:59 - Scale issues

07:19 - Phosphates

10:54 - UV

12:20 - LSI in commercial pools

14:36 - pH and alkalinity, overdosing acid feeders

19:24 - Closing

 

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]]> Commercial Swimming Pools (w/ Dennis Ingram) Eric Knight, Dennis Ingram 00:20:07 Eric and Dennis discuss commercial pools and the common issues Dennis has observed in them over the last several decades. Dennis shares how Orenda products and the app have helped him and his customers in the field. Eric and Dennis discuss commercial pools and the common issues Dennis has observed in them over the last several decades. Dennis shares how Orenda products and the app have helped him and his customers in the field. indoor pool air, iaq, chloramines, water chemistry, orenda, indoor air quality, source-capture exhaust, enzymes in pool, chloramine, dennis ingram, paddock evacuator, cv-600, natatorium false full 126 128a9e13-4135-406a-bdcc-0f4954676fac Indoor Air Quality, and Remembering Derek Ingram (w/ Dennis Ingram) 00:00 - Long introduction

02:23 - Remembering Derek Ingram

10:47 - Introducing Dennis Ingram

13:33 - Origins of the Paddock Evacuator

17:08 - Indoor pool chemistry

19:36 - Developing the Evacuator into the standard of care

23:53 - A paradigm shift in natatorium HVAC design

28:15 - Derek's legacy

 

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]]> Wed, 4 Oct 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Dennis Ingram) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/ian-derek-ingram-dennis-ingram-wp9q7L7J 00:00 - Long introduction

02:23 - Remembering Derek Ingram

10:47 - Introducing Dennis Ingram

13:33 - Origins of the Paddock Evacuator

17:08 - Indoor pool chemistry

19:36 - Developing the Evacuator into the standard of care

23:53 - A paradigm shift in natatorium HVAC design

28:15 - Derek's legacy

 

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]]> Indoor Air Quality, and Remembering Derek Ingram (w/ Dennis Ingram) Eric Knight, Dennis Ingram 00:36:15 In this episode, we honor the life and work of Derek A. Ingram, one of the few architects of the technology used to clear out chloramine pollution in indoor swimming pools. Without Derek's work, tens of thousands, if not hundreds of thousands of swimmers would still be exposed to harmful chloramines. Tragically, Derek recently passed away after a 20-month battle with ALS. In this episode, we are joined by Derek's father, Dennis Ingram, a veteran commercial pool builder and service professional. joins us. In this episode, we honor the life and work of Derek A. Ingram, one of the few architects of the technology used to clear out chloramine pollution in indoor swimming pools. Without Derek's work, tens of thousands, if not hundreds of thousands of swimmers would still be exposed to harmful chloramines. Tragically, Derek recently passed away after a 20-month battle with ALS. In this episode, we are joined by Derek's father, Dennis Ingram, a veteran commercial pool builder and service professional. joins us. indoor pool air, derek ingram, iaq, chloramines, water chemistry, orenda, indoor air quality, source-capture exhaust, enzymes in pool, chloramine, dennis ingram, paddock evacuator, cv-600, natatorium false full 125 9b93efe5-12bf-4f99-9976-cf223eb60167 Chemical Conflicts | Specialty Chemicals 00:00 - Long introduction and housekeeping

05:02 - What are specialty chemicals?

07:25 - Metal removers

10:17 - Citric acid (ascorbic or vitamin C)

12:09 - SC-1000 conflicts with chlorine initially

13:55 - Sequestering agents vs. phosphate removers

17:43 - Enzymes vs. polymers

18:44 - Enzymes vs. various products (hydrocarbons)

20:46 - Orenda's philosophy

23:23 - Closing

 

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]]> Wed, 27 Sep 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/chemical-conflicts-specialty-chemicals-ip3g21Ni 00:00 - Long introduction and housekeeping

05:02 - What are specialty chemicals?

07:25 - Metal removers

10:17 - Citric acid (ascorbic or vitamin C)

12:09 - SC-1000 conflicts with chlorine initially

13:55 - Sequestering agents vs. phosphate removers

17:43 - Enzymes vs. polymers

18:44 - Enzymes vs. various products (hydrocarbons)

20:46 - Orenda's philosophy

23:23 - Closing

 

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]]> Chemical Conflicts | Specialty Chemicals Eric Knight 00:27:40 Closing out our 4-part series on chemical conflicts, Eric discusses metal and stain removers, SC-1000 and chlorine, sequestering agents and phosphate removers, and enzymes vs. polymers and other products. Closing out our 4-part series on chemical conflicts, Eric discusses metal and stain removers, SC-1000 and chlorine, sequestering agents and phosphate removers, and enzymes vs. polymers and other products. algaecide, specialty pool chemical, water chemistry, orenda, polymer clarifier, phosphate remover, enzymes in pool, sequestering agent, pr-10000, chelating agent, sc-1000, cv-600 false full 124 cf50a4be-4611-4677-9892-f189cb423308 Chemical Conflicts | Alternative Sanitizers (w/ Terry Arko) 00:00 - Introduction

01:01 - Biguanides

03:45 - Hydrogen Peroxide

05:37 - Bromine

07:06 - Secondary Systems

10:51 - Wrap up

 

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]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Terry Arko) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/chemical-conflicts-alternative-sanitizers-alQTtEHE 00:00 - Introduction

01:01 - Biguanides

03:45 - Hydrogen Peroxide

05:37 - Bromine

07:06 - Secondary Systems

10:51 - Wrap up

 

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]]> Chemical Conflicts | Alternative Sanitizers (w/ Terry Arko) Eric Knight, Terry Arko 00:12:59 Terry and Eric continue the conversation about chemical conflicts, and in this episode they focus on chlorine alternatives. Biguanides, hydrogen peroxide, bromine, and secondary systems. Terry and Eric continue the conversation about chemical conflicts, and in this episode they focus on chlorine alternatives. Biguanides, hydrogen peroxide, bromine, and secondary systems. biguanide, orenda, hydrogen peroxide, chlorine, pool chemistry, chlorine alternatives, ozone, secondary disinfection systems, uv system, pool care, pool water quality false full 123 9a8916c0-0b0b-4358-bce1-0304f8f5035c Chemical Conflicts | Algaecides (w/ Terry Arko) 00:00 - Introduction

01:03 - Types of algaecides

01:52 - Copper sulfate

04:54 - Quat and Polyquat (quaternary ammonia)

08:11 - Enzymes conflict with polyquat algaecide too

09:53 - Sodium bromide

13:35 - Mineral systems and ionized metals

16:09 - Ammonium sulfate and Dimethyl ammonium chloride

19:14 - Polymers

20:13 - Wrap up

 

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]]> Wed, 13 Sep 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Terry Arko) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/chemical-conflicts-algaecides-N_LmnETb 00:00 - Introduction

01:03 - Types of algaecides

01:52 - Copper sulfate

04:54 - Quat and Polyquat (quaternary ammonia)

08:11 - Enzymes conflict with polyquat algaecide too

09:53 - Sodium bromide

13:35 - Mineral systems and ionized metals

16:09 - Ammonium sulfate and Dimethyl ammonium chloride

19:14 - Polymers

20:13 - Wrap up

 

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]]> Chemical Conflicts | Algaecides (w/ Terry Arko) Eric Knight, Terry Arko 00:22:34 Terry and Eric discuss different types of algaecides and the byproducts they leave behind. Spoiler alert, chlorine conflicts with all of them. Terry and Eric discuss different types of algaecides and the byproducts they leave behind. Spoiler alert, chlorine conflicts with all of them. algaecide, polyquat, orenda, chlorine, pool chemistry, sodium bromide, quaternary ammonia, algicide, pool care false full 122 e88beb4c-25eb-4e72-b448-42e49d479e26 Chemical Conflicts | Chlorine 00:00 - Introduction

04:54 - Rule 1: Never let chlorine touch any other chemical

07:16 - Rule 2: In commercial pools, pick ONE type of chlorine

09:11 - Rule 3: Keep acid stored with separate spill containment

11:44 - Rule 4: For residential pools, only one primary chlorine type, and possibly one secondary chlorine stored separately

12:36 - Trichlor feeders need to be installed correctly

15:15 - Rule 5: Saltwater pools can use a secondary chlorine shock (but not in-line)

17:10 - Rule 6: Create physical separation between chemicals in your vehicle

19:00 - Mistakes happen...even Eric is guilty

20:33 - Chlorine "conflicts" in water

22:41 - Summary

 

 

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]]> Wed, 23 Aug 2023 18:28:54 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/chemical-conflicts-chlorine-XkwResV1 00:00 - Introduction

04:54 - Rule 1: Never let chlorine touch any other chemical

07:16 - Rule 2: In commercial pools, pick ONE type of chlorine

09:11 - Rule 3: Keep acid stored with separate spill containment

11:44 - Rule 4: For residential pools, only one primary chlorine type, and possibly one secondary chlorine stored separately

12:36 - Trichlor feeders need to be installed correctly

15:15 - Rule 5: Saltwater pools can use a secondary chlorine shock (but not in-line)

17:10 - Rule 6: Create physical separation between chemicals in your vehicle

19:00 - Mistakes happen...even Eric is guilty

20:33 - Chlorine "conflicts" in water

22:41 - Summary

 

 

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]]> Chemical Conflicts | Chlorine Eric Knight 00:24:26 After a borderline-grammy-worthy intro, Eric discusses the volatility of all different chlorine types, and how they should and should not be used, handled and stored. This is the first of a multi-episode series on chemical conflicts. After a borderline-grammy-worthy intro, Eric discusses the volatility of all different chlorine types, and how they should and should not be used, handled and stored. This is the first of a multi-episode series on chemical conflicts. chlorine conflict, pool chlorine, trichlor, calcium hypochlorite, safe chemical use, chlorine and acid, orenda, chlorine, pool chemical safety, pool chemistry, liquid chlorine, cal hypo, pool care false full 121 92858860-8f0d-4962-82a7-c83ad21b682e Understanding Biofilms (w/ Darla Goeres, Ph.D.) 00:00 - Introduction

04:07 - What is a biofilm?

07:36 - Biofilms encompass more than previously known

11:48 - Microbially-induced corrosion

17:14 - Are all biofilms bad?

20:26 - Biofilms are like Jell-o

24:32 - Biofilm ingredients and chlorine resistance

28:17 - Kill vs. Removal

32:23 - Prevention vs. Remediation

36:42 - How clean is clean?

40:01 - Log-reductions in disinfection

42:53 - How to remove and how to prevent biofilms in pools

48:15 - Where to learn more about biofilms

 

 

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]]> Wed, 16 Aug 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Darla Goeres, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/biofilm-w-darla-goeres-phd-eZgR6Hl_ 00:00 - Introduction

04:07 - What is a biofilm?

07:36 - Biofilms encompass more than previously known

11:48 - Microbially-induced corrosion

17:14 - Are all biofilms bad?

20:26 - Biofilms are like Jell-o

24:32 - Biofilm ingredients and chlorine resistance

28:17 - Kill vs. Removal

32:23 - Prevention vs. Remediation

36:42 - How clean is clean?

40:01 - Log-reductions in disinfection

42:53 - How to remove and how to prevent biofilms in pools

48:15 - Where to learn more about biofilms

 

 

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]]> Understanding Biofilms (w/ Darla Goeres, Ph.D.) Eric Knight, Darla Goeres, Jarred Morgan 00:52:11 We are joined by Dr. Darla Goeres, the world's leading biofilm researcher and expert. Dr. Goeres defines biofilms, explains why they matter and what we can do to prevent and remove them in recreational water. We are joined by Dr. Darla Goeres, the world's leading biofilm researcher and expert. Dr. Goeres defines biofilms, explains why they matter and what we can do to prevent and remove them in recreational water. orenda, pool chemistry, darla goeres, biofilm, algae in pools, pool enzymes, biofilms in pools, algae slime, pool care false full 120 53e9e4b7-bdac-4102-9268-7cb5adf4132c Calcium and LSI in Fiberglass and Vinyl Pools (w/ Tyler Mills) 00:00 - Introduction

01:29 - pH rise should NOT be caused by cement finishes

05:08 - Is calcium needed in vinyl and fiberglass pools?

07:17 - Fiberglass gel coat degradation and chalking

09:25 - Vinyl liner fading

11:04 - LSI and calcium levels always matter, regardless of pool type

 

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]]> Wed, 9 Aug 2023 15:35:10 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Tyler Mills) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/calcium-and-lsi-in-fiberglass-and-vinyl-pools-09M_LqTE 00:00 - Introduction

01:29 - pH rise should NOT be caused by cement finishes

05:08 - Is calcium needed in vinyl and fiberglass pools?

07:17 - Fiberglass gel coat degradation and chalking

09:25 - Vinyl liner fading

11:04 - LSI and calcium levels always matter, regardless of pool type

 

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]]> Calcium and LSI in Fiberglass and Vinyl Pools (w/ Tyler Mills) Eric Knight, Tyler Mills 00:14:59 Does calcium hardness still matter for fiberglass and vinyl liner pools? Does the LSI still matter? Tyler and Eric discuss the importance of both, especially in non-cement pools. Chalky white discoloration of fiberglass pools and fading vinyl liners are just some of the symptoms of not having enough calcium hardness to balance the LSI year-round. Does calcium hardness still matter for fiberglass and vinyl liner pools? Does the LSI still matter? Tyler and Eric discuss the importance of both, especially in non-cement pools. Chalky white discoloration of fiberglass pools and fading vinyl liners are just some of the symptoms of not having enough calcium hardness to balance the LSI year-round. calcium hardness, vinyl pool, orenda, vinyl liner pool, pool chemistry, langelier saturation index, lsi chemistry, fiberglass pool, fading vinyl liner, fiberglass chalking, pool care false full 119 53f81d62-d5ba-4357-8e46-acd9534be8e9 Green and Yellow (Mustard) Algae (w/ Terry Arko) 00:00 - Introduction

01:53 - 30,000+ species of algae exist

07:45 - Planktonic and Filimentous algae types

09:48 - Organic slime protects algae

10:43 - Brushing helps prevent algae

13:44 - Why we advise against using algaecide products

14:48 - Why algae can have different colors

16:11 - How to treat a pool with algae

17:58 - How to prevent algae

21:11 - How much chlorine is needed with CYA?

27:17 - Conclusion. Thanks for listening!

 

 

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]]> Wed, 26 Jul 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan, Terry Arko) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/green-yellow-algae-Iw1_uS7m 00:00 - Introduction

01:53 - 30,000+ species of algae exist

07:45 - Planktonic and Filimentous algae types

09:48 - Organic slime protects algae

10:43 - Brushing helps prevent algae

13:44 - Why we advise against using algaecide products

14:48 - Why algae can have different colors

16:11 - How to treat a pool with algae

17:58 - How to prevent algae

21:11 - How much chlorine is needed with CYA?

27:17 - Conclusion. Thanks for listening!

 

 

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]]> Green and Yellow (Mustard) Algae (w/ Terry Arko) Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan, Terry Arko 00:31:11 Terry schools Eric and Jarred on green and yellow algae, based on research and wisdom he has obtained experientially. Jarred piles on and complains about brushing...or something. Terry schools Eric and Jarred on green and yellow algae, based on research and wisdom he has obtained experientially. Jarred piles on and complains about brushing...or something. green algae, pool chlorination, algae pool, orenda, pool algae, pool chemistry, mustard algae, yellow algae, prevent algae, pool care false full 118 35c5a3fb-19dd-4c96-ad85-bc8969a2e13f Black Algae 00:00 - Introduction

02-54 - Black Algae is actually cyanobacteria

06:02 - To have black algae, it has to be transmitted from elsewhere

08:24 - Black algae is protected by a non-living organic shield

12:48 - Softening the shield

15:43 - Black algae removal procedure

17:18 - Cleaning up afterward

19:26 - No need to superchlorinate

22:30 - Killing the root of the bacteria

24:31 - How to prevent black algae

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]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/black-algae-HNvkxjSJ 00:00 - Introduction

02-54 - Black Algae is actually cyanobacteria

06:02 - To have black algae, it has to be transmitted from elsewhere

08:24 - Black algae is protected by a non-living organic shield

12:48 - Softening the shield

15:43 - Black algae removal procedure

17:18 - Cleaning up afterward

19:26 - No need to superchlorinate

22:30 - Killing the root of the bacteria

24:31 - How to prevent black algae

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]]> Black Algae Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:27:47 Eric and Jarred talk about "black algae", which is technically a cyanobacteria. They cover what black algae is, and what you can do to remove it and prevent it from coming back. Eric and Jarred talk about "black algae", which is technically a cyanobacteria. They cover what black algae is, and what you can do to remove it and prevent it from coming back. pool chlorination, cyanobacteria, black algae in pool, black algae, orenda, pool chemistry, blue green algae, pool care false full 117 7052cf53-05e4-4a55-8e81-03ff2b2fb54c Chelating vs. Sequestering, and Chlorinating after SC-1000 00:00 - Introduction

01:12 - Why SC-1000 reduces free chlorine

02:58 - How to use SC-1000 without zeroing out free chlorine

04:25 - How to chlorinate after SC-1000

05:29 - Sequestering vs. chelating

07:09 - The distinction between metals and minerals

08:06 - Phosphate-based sequestering agents

10:17 - Cold water temperature

11:33 - Use SC-1000 in the spring, not the fall

12:32 - Recap

13:42 - Closing, and new HASA Feedback email, feedback@hasa.com

 

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]]> Tue, 4 Jul 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/chelating-vs-sequestering-chlorinating-after-sc1000-RdYftRd9 00:00 - Introduction

01:12 - Why SC-1000 reduces free chlorine

02:58 - How to use SC-1000 without zeroing out free chlorine

04:25 - How to chlorinate after SC-1000

05:29 - Sequestering vs. chelating

07:09 - The distinction between metals and minerals

08:06 - Phosphate-based sequestering agents

10:17 - Cold water temperature

11:33 - Use SC-1000 in the spring, not the fall

12:32 - Recap

13:42 - Closing, and new HASA Feedback email, feedback@hasa.com

 

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]]> Chelating vs. Sequestering, and Chlorinating after SC-1000 Eric Knight 00:15:24 Eric talks about SC-1000 and why it reduces free chlorine on its initial purge dose, and what you can do about it. The episode also covers the comparison between chelating agents like SC-1000 and sequestering agents. Eric talks about SC-1000 and why it reduces free chlorine on its initial purge dose, and what you can do about it. The episode also covers the comparison between chelating agents like SC-1000 and sequestering agents. orenda sc1000, pool chlorination, orenda, pool chemistry, chelating vs sequestering, chelation vs sequestration, sequestering agent, calcium in pools, chelating agent, sc-1000, pool care, chlorine residual false full 116 958764a8-de74-4c75-9998-65016022f825 Understanding Calcium: the bedrock of water balance 00:00 - Introduction

01:09 - Previous podcast episodes about calcium

03:08 - Calcium is the bedrock of water balance

05:02 - Quick LSI review

09:50 - Water will balance itself if it has to

11:12 - High alkalinity is more likely to cause scale than high calcium hardness

14:35 - Picking the right calcium hardness level

18:45 - Our thought process behind these numbers

22:46 - What is calcium hardness, specifically?

27:10 - Conclusion

 

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]]> Wed, 28 Jun 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/understanding-calcium-2yb21JUl 00:00 - Introduction

01:09 - Previous podcast episodes about calcium

03:08 - Calcium is the bedrock of water balance

05:02 - Quick LSI review

09:50 - Water will balance itself if it has to

11:12 - High alkalinity is more likely to cause scale than high calcium hardness

14:35 - Picking the right calcium hardness level

18:45 - Our thought process behind these numbers

22:46 - What is calcium hardness, specifically?

27:10 - Conclusion

 

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]]> Understanding Calcium: the bedrock of water balance Eric Knight 00:29:27 Does your pool have enough calcium hardness in it? Most pools do not. And yet, calcium is the bedrock of water balance. Eric explains what calcium is and why it's so important. Does your pool have enough calcium hardness in it? Most pools do not. And yet, calcium is the bedrock of water balance. Eric explains what calcium is and why it's so important. calcium hardness, calcium carbonate, orenda, pool chemistry, lsi, langelier saturation index, calcium ion, calcium in pools, pool lsi, pool care false full 115 c89016b1-e6e2-4ecc-aea2-6460d824e0fd Understanding Bromine (w/ Terry Arko) 00:00 - Introduction

00:46 - Eric's nostalgia for the bromine smell, and collegiate swimming

04:02 - Halogens create salts

05:29 - Recharging bromide ions into HOBr

06:51 - Chlorine vs. Bromine

09:15 - Bromamines

10:55 - Back to the bromine cycle, it's a two-edged sword

11:44 - Enough sodium bromide can convert a chlorine pool into bromine

16:57 - 3 types of bromine products

21:39 - Trihalomethanes (THMs)

24:16 - Bromates

27:57 - Is bromine compatible with chlorine?

29:21 - Wrap up

 

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]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Terry Arko) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/understanding-bromine-SxikA1LR 00:00 - Introduction

00:46 - Eric's nostalgia for the bromine smell, and collegiate swimming

04:02 - Halogens create salts

05:29 - Recharging bromide ions into HOBr

06:51 - Chlorine vs. Bromine

09:15 - Bromamines

10:55 - Back to the bromine cycle, it's a two-edged sword

11:44 - Enough sodium bromide can convert a chlorine pool into bromine

16:57 - 3 types of bromine products

21:39 - Trihalomethanes (THMs)

24:16 - Bromates

27:57 - Is bromine compatible with chlorine?

29:21 - Wrap up

 

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]]> Understanding Bromine (w/ Terry Arko) Eric Knight, Terry Arko 00:31:52 Terry Arko and Eric discuss bromine chemistry and how it differs from chlorine. They talk about bromine byproducts like bromamines, harmful trihalomethanes and even-more-harmful bromates. Terry Arko and Eric discuss bromine chemistry and how it differs from chlorine. They talk about bromine byproducts like bromamines, harmful trihalomethanes and even-more-harmful bromates. bromine, trihalomethane, bromamine, bromate, bromine pool, orenda, pool chemistry, bromine spa, what is bromine, sodium bromide, pool care false full 114 dad308fb-7ab2-44e1-99f1-aff1e23ec856 Chemical Forecasting (w/ Tyler Mills) 00:00 - Introduction

01:38 - Does your local distributor stock ALL the products you need?

05:56 - Freight minimums and group purchasing

12:28 - How to forecast chemical usage

14:51 - Distributors can forecast better than any of us

17:09 - Seasonal demands

23:00 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 14 Jun 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Tyler Mills) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/chemical-forecasting-8TuvNZFN 00:00 - Introduction

01:38 - Does your local distributor stock ALL the products you need?

05:56 - Freight minimums and group purchasing

12:28 - How to forecast chemical usage

14:51 - Distributors can forecast better than any of us

17:09 - Seasonal demands

23:00 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Chemical Forecasting (w/ Tyler Mills) Eric Knight, Tyler Mills 00:24:10 Tyler Mills joins the podcast to help customers forecast chemical consumption and purchase more proactively from distributors. Too often products are not stocked in the sizes or quantities needed, so we need to think ahead of what we will purchase so distributors have time to stock it. Tyler Mills joins the podcast to help customers forecast chemical consumption and purchase more proactively from distributors. Too often products are not stocked in the sizes or quantities needed, so we need to think ahead of what we will purchase so distributors have time to stock it. how to buy orenda, distibution, purchasing, orenda, orenda products, how to buy pool chemicals, pool chemical savings, pool chemicals false full 113 1ceaa572-59c4-476e-ac97-e578d6ec2f1c Minimalism: Addition by Subtraction 00:00 - Introduction

02:00 - What is traditional pool care?

04:36 - Pool chemical conflicts

09:08 - Contrast that with Eric's pool on the Orenda program

14:34 - Simplify, and subtract things from the water

17:26 - Success is a choice

 

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]]> Fri, 9 Jun 2023 17:37:23 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/minimalism-addition-by-subtraction-Rxx18Pl4 00:00 - Introduction

02:00 - What is traditional pool care?

04:36 - Pool chemical conflicts

09:08 - Contrast that with Eric's pool on the Orenda program

14:34 - Simplify, and subtract things from the water

17:26 - Success is a choice

 

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]]> Minimalism: Addition by Subtraction Eric Knight 00:19:30 Eric contrasts traditional reactionary pool care with what he's doing on his own pool, following the Orenda program. Minimalism wins the day. Eric contrasts traditional reactionary pool care with what he's doing on his own pool, following the Orenda program. Minimalism wins the day. minimalism, ph ceiling, orenda, orenda program, pool chemistry, pool chemical savings, pool care false full 112 99edf2f9-0754-4eb6-9fa7-42a6b12d803e The Return of the King (w/ Harold Evans) 00:00 - Introduction

00:59 - Harold's global voyage

04:34 - Why Harold decided it was time to sell Orenda

07:03 - New advisory role

08:16 - Why HASA?

10:30 - Why chlorine and acid prices were increased

12:50 - Quality Control

14:13 - Control the controllables

16:53 - Why the 4x1 returnable model makes sense

19:51 - Education will continue to expand

22:31 - New email address for complaints and feedback (coming soon)

25:35 - Want grace? Then give grace.

29:04 - Looking forward with gratitude

 

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]]> Fri, 2 Jun 2023 22:38:11 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Harold Evans) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/return-of-the-king-NERLuwYW 00:00 - Introduction

00:59 - Harold's global voyage

04:34 - Why Harold decided it was time to sell Orenda

07:03 - New advisory role

08:16 - Why HASA?

10:30 - Why chlorine and acid prices were increased

12:50 - Quality Control

14:13 - Control the controllables

16:53 - Why the 4x1 returnable model makes sense

19:51 - Education will continue to expand

22:31 - New email address for complaints and feedback (coming soon)

25:35 - Want grace? Then give grace.

29:04 - Looking forward with gratitude

 

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]]> The Return of the King (w/ Harold Evans) Eric Knight, Harold Evans 00:32:13 Harold returns from a world-wide cruise, and while he was gone, Orenda was acquired by HASA. This episode lets Harold explain why he sold and his outlook on our future with HASA. Harold returns from a world-wide cruise, and while he was gone, Orenda was acquired by HASA. This episode lets Harold explain why he sold and his outlook on our future with HASA. orenda and hasa, hasa chlorine, sani-chlor, orenda, pool chemistry, hasa, liquid chlorine, pool chemistry training institute false full 111 cbfc7cd8-1dc7-4fd1-9593-fc6c12888f77 Clean water with a slice of Humble Pie 00:00 - Introduction

01:39 - Fixer upper

03:23 - Why not just drain the pool and clean it out?

07:44 - Mistakes were made

09:46 - White bucket test...with a stupid, dangerous, distracted mistake

12:42 - Green pool cleanup process

16:06 - Churn it up, then shut it off and wait

16:23 - Quality water needs circulation and filtration

23:41 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Thu, 25 May 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/clean-water-and-humble-pie-_G9mDuCK 00:00 - Introduction

01:39 - Fixer upper

03:23 - Why not just drain the pool and clean it out?

07:44 - Mistakes were made

09:46 - White bucket test...with a stupid, dangerous, distracted mistake

12:42 - Green pool cleanup process

16:06 - Churn it up, then shut it off and wait

16:23 - Quality water needs circulation and filtration

23:41 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Clean water with a slice of Humble Pie Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:25:07 Eric's pond is finally a clean pool, after a botched green pool cleanup. Why? Because Eric was distracted during filming on facebook live, and failed to net enough leaves out, and he forgot to brush. Eric's pond is finally a clean pool, after a botched green pool cleanup. Why? Because Eric was distracted during filming on facebook live, and failed to net enough leaves out, and he forgot to brush. eric's pool, algae, orenda green pool, green pool, orenda, how to clean a green pool, pool chemistry, green pool cleanup false full 110 da97155a-6058-4942-9a40-93a19392004c Top Ten things Kathryn has learned from Orenda 00:00 - Introduction

00:19 - Kathryn's background

03:48 - 10. Trade shows can be laid back

06:46 - 9. Paper still matters, but sharing digital marketing is effortless

10:22 - 8. Get training

11:52 - 7. Don't be a splash and dash pool pro

13:57 - 6. Measure your pool

15:37 - 5. Stop abusing trichlor tabs

18:59 - 4. Temperature matters

20:16 - 3. Obey physics, stop fighting them

20:53 - 2. Test and know your fill water

25:35 - 1. LSI first, range chemistry second

29:46 - Wrap up

 

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]]> Wed, 17 May 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Kathryn Varden, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/kathryn-top-ten-sNC4Fq2O 00:00 - Introduction

00:19 - Kathryn's background

03:48 - 10. Trade shows can be laid back

06:46 - 9. Paper still matters, but sharing digital marketing is effortless

10:22 - 8. Get training

11:52 - 7. Don't be a splash and dash pool pro

13:57 - 6. Measure your pool

15:37 - 5. Stop abusing trichlor tabs

18:59 - 4. Temperature matters

20:16 - 3. Obey physics, stop fighting them

20:53 - 2. Test and know your fill water

25:35 - 1. LSI first, range chemistry second

29:46 - Wrap up

 

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]]> Top Ten things Kathryn has learned from Orenda Eric Knight, Kathryn Varden, Jarred Morgan 00:33:52 Kathryn Varden has been our Western Regional Manager and team mom. Sadly she is moving on to get back to her roots in the pool industry, selling slides and other accessories. In this episode, we honor Kathryn and her contributions to Orenda, and enjoy her top 10 things she learned while working with us. Kathryn Varden has been our Western Regional Manager and team mom. Sadly she is moving on to get back to her roots in the pool industry, selling slides and other accessories. In this episode, we honor Kathryn and her contributions to Orenda, and enjoy her top 10 things she learned while working with us. top ten, orenda pool, kathryn varden, orenda, pool chemistry, orenda app, water chemistry education false full 109 80aceb5b-3707-41e7-91ec-52e526d76ee8 Breaking Bad Water 00:00 - Introduction

02:05 - Bad water

03:20 - Can chlorine handle everything in a pool?

04:21 - Resetting water quality

06:28 - Green pool cleanups with algaecides

08:49 - Algaecides and their byproducts conflict with chlorine

12:25 - The Orenda green pool cleanup procedure

14:19 - Restoring water balance

15:34 - Cyanuric Acid is important for both water quality and water balance

16:41 - Orenda chemicals only break water quality

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]]> Wed, 10 May 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/breaking-bad-water-to_UdBcy 00:00 - Introduction

02:05 - Bad water

03:20 - Can chlorine handle everything in a pool?

04:21 - Resetting water quality

06:28 - Green pool cleanups with algaecides

08:49 - Algaecides and their byproducts conflict with chlorine

12:25 - The Orenda green pool cleanup procedure

14:19 - Restoring water balance

15:34 - Cyanuric Acid is important for both water quality and water balance

16:41 - Orenda chemicals only break water quality

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]]> Breaking Bad Water Eric Knight 00:18:12 In today's Rule Your Pond podcast, Eric talks about breaking bad water. This is like a hard reset on both water quality and water balance. Orenda products help with water quality, and this episode covers the Orenda green pool cleanup procedure. In today's Rule Your Pond podcast, Eric talks about breaking bad water. This is like a hard reset on both water quality and water balance. Orenda products help with water quality, and this episode covers the Orenda green pool cleanup procedure. orenda purge, shocking a pool, green pool, orenda, how to clean a green pool, chlorination, pool chemistry, orenda chemicals false full 108 80acf0d5-ee76-4b7d-a7e7-09c73fe7f4dc Orenda App 4.0 - Updates, integrations, and the future 00:00 - Introduction

02:48 - The evolution of our mobile app

04:36 - Cleaning up the code

06:17 - Cross-platform

07:40 - Bugs you have helped us find (and fix) so far

10:15 - Privacy, anonymous survey, and one infuriated app user

15:05 - Integrations with other software

19:34 - The Orenda app only exists because of people like you

 

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]]> Thu, 4 May 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/orenda-app-version-4-KbUshLAh 00:00 - Introduction

02:48 - The evolution of our mobile app

04:36 - Cleaning up the code

06:17 - Cross-platform

07:40 - Bugs you have helped us find (and fix) so far

10:15 - Privacy, anonymous survey, and one infuriated app user

15:05 - Integrations with other software

19:34 - The Orenda app only exists because of people like you

 

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]]> Orenda App 4.0 - Updates, integrations, and the future Eric Knight 00:21:01 Orenda 4.0 is a complete rebuild of the Orenda app from scratch, in a a cleaner, cross-platform code base. It not only makes the app easier to update and de-bug, it unlocks enormous potential for pool owners and professionals alike. Orenda 4.0 is a complete rebuild of the Orenda app from scratch, in a a cleaner, cross-platform code base. It not only makes the app easier to update and de-bug, it unlocks enormous potential for pool owners and professionals alike. orenda calculator, orenda, pool chemistry, orenda app, pool service software false full 107 e911a2a2-dacb-48bc-8f99-e853f2b6ebfa Team Orenda and our integration with HASA (w/Terry Arko) 00:00 - Introduction

02:01 - Introducing Team Orenda

10:08 - Introducing Terry Arko, from HASA

13:35 - Terry's role at HASA

16:01 - Bob Lowry's Pool Chemistry Training Institute

17:08 - HASA and Orenda's education conflicts in some ways

22:58 - More in common than in conflict

26:56 - Wrap up. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 26 Apr 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan, Terry Arko) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/team-orenda-integration-with-hasa-enhlh89b 00:00 - Introduction

02:01 - Introducing Team Orenda

10:08 - Introducing Terry Arko, from HASA

13:35 - Terry's role at HASA

16:01 - Bob Lowry's Pool Chemistry Training Institute

17:08 - HASA and Orenda's education conflicts in some ways

22:58 - More in common than in conflict

26:56 - Wrap up. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Team Orenda and our integration with HASA (w/Terry Arko) Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan, Terry Arko 00:31:05 We briefly introduce our incredible people who made Orenda into what it has become: Laura, Kelly, Miguel, Joe, Kathryn, Ryan, Shaun and Tyler. Then we introduce Terry Arko from HASA and discuss how our teachings differ and what we share in common moving forward. We briefly introduce our incredible people who made Orenda into what it has become: Laura, Kelly, Miguel, Joe, Kathryn, Ryan, Shaun and Tyler. Then we introduce Terry Arko from HASA and discuss how our teachings differ and what we share in common moving forward. pool industry, orenda team, orenda, pool chemistry, terry arko, hasa, bob lowry, pool chemistry training institute false full 106 0ebbc0b4-175c-4dbe-983d-83732574fb69 New company ownership, same tolerable podcast 00:00 - Introduction

00:50 - Orenda has been acquired by HASA

01:46 - Who we were, who we are, and who we hope to become

02:37 - How Orenda Started

07:04 - Some dude named Eric "decided" to join the company

13:20 - We still think and act like a family business

15:20 - Harold Evans, the "brilliant chemist"

18:41 - Eric the intern

22:00 - The pivot to education

25:50 - Why Orenda was acquired

29:52 - Why HASA?

32:00 - Breaking the news

33:27 - Building (and rebuilding) reputations

40:04 - Thank you to everyone who had a part in building Orenda

 

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]]> Wed, 29 Mar 2023 18:14:16 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/new-company-same-podcast-qLTqKiw8 00:00 - Introduction

00:50 - Orenda has been acquired by HASA

01:46 - Who we were, who we are, and who we hope to become

02:37 - How Orenda Started

07:04 - Some dude named Eric "decided" to join the company

13:20 - We still think and act like a family business

15:20 - Harold Evans, the "brilliant chemist"

18:41 - Eric the intern

22:00 - The pivot to education

25:50 - Why Orenda was acquired

29:52 - Why HASA?

32:00 - Breaking the news

33:27 - Building (and rebuilding) reputations

40:04 - Thank you to everyone who had a part in building Orenda

 

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]]> New company ownership, same tolerable podcast Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:41:39 We have some heavy news: Orenda has been acquired by HASA. While the decision to sell was painful, from a strategic standpoint it was the right thing to do. It allows us to focus on our strengths and continue to grow our company while better serving our customers. We have some heavy news: Orenda has been acquired by HASA. While the decision to sell was painful, from a strategic standpoint it was the right thing to do. It allows us to focus on our strengths and continue to grow our company while better serving our customers. hasa chlorine, mergers and acquisitions, pool industry, orenda, hasa false full 105 dec0c831-36c3-4571-aad7-c83646bb0851 Understanding Calcium Sulfate Scale Crystals 00:00 - Introduction

01:29 - How we first discovered crystals in pools

02:51 - What the definition of "scale"?

04:51 - onBalance already knew about calcium sulfate crystals

07:45 - What is calcium sulfate?

09:53 - Calcium sulfate precipitates at a lower pH

12:35 - Where do sulfates come from?

15:16 - How sulfates accumulate in pools

17:11 - How to prevent calcium sulfate scale crystals

19:31 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 22 Mar 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/calcium-sulfate-scale-crystals-X4w5yeeI 00:00 - Introduction

01:29 - How we first discovered crystals in pools

02:51 - What the definition of "scale"?

04:51 - onBalance already knew about calcium sulfate crystals

07:45 - What is calcium sulfate?

09:53 - Calcium sulfate precipitates at a lower pH

12:35 - Where do sulfates come from?

15:16 - How sulfates accumulate in pools

17:11 - How to prevent calcium sulfate scale crystals

19:31 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Understanding Calcium Sulfate Scale Crystals Eric Knight 00:21:11 Calcium sulfate scale looks like sharp glass crystals. These crystals are not to be confused with calcite crystals, which grow out of cement due to cold, aggressive water. Since calcium sulfate is a different compound than calcium carbonate, the LSI is not much help in preventing the issue. Calcium sulfate scale looks like sharp glass crystals. These crystals are not to be confused with calcite crystals, which grow out of cement due to cold, aggressive water. Since calcium sulfate is a different compound than calcium carbonate, the LSI is not much help in preventing the issue. calcium sulfate, crystals in pool, sulfates in pool, sulfates, scale in pool, pool crystals, sulfuric acid, calcium sulfate scale false full 104 5230aa82-1be5-4af8-98bb-1a7aef73a591 How to Manage Pollen in Pools 00:00 - Introduction

01:47 - What is pollen?

03:44 - How does pollen spread?

06:21 - Pollen, tannins, and organic staining

07:25 - Spring pollen vs. Fall pollen

08:33 - How does pollen get in swimming pools?

09:10 - How to manage pollen in pools

11:20 - CV-600 and CE-Clarifier are great for managing pollen in water

13:06 - Are there phosphates in pollen?

15:23 - Summary

17:33 - Pollen season and bass fishing

18:49 - Wrap up. Thanks for listening!

 

 

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]]> Wed, 15 Mar 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Shaun Mulhall) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/pollen-in-pools-dpkxGmqE 00:00 - Introduction

01:47 - What is pollen?

03:44 - How does pollen spread?

06:21 - Pollen, tannins, and organic staining

07:25 - Spring pollen vs. Fall pollen

08:33 - How does pollen get in swimming pools?

09:10 - How to manage pollen in pools

11:20 - CV-600 and CE-Clarifier are great for managing pollen in water

13:06 - Are there phosphates in pollen?

15:23 - Summary

17:33 - Pollen season and bass fishing

18:49 - Wrap up. Thanks for listening!

 

 

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]]> How to Manage Pollen in Pools Eric Knight, Shaun Mulhall 00:20:19 It's pollen season! Orenda's Southeast Regional Manager, Shaun Mulhall, joins the podcast to share what he learned about pollen while researching it for the show. Shaun and Eric talk about what pollen is, how it spreads, how it gets in pools, and how to manage it. It's pollen season! Orenda's Southeast Regional Manager, Shaun Mulhall, joins the podcast to share what he learned about pollen while researching it for the show. Shaun and Eric talk about what pollen is, how it spreads, how it gets in pools, and how to manage it. pollen in swimming pool, sporopollenin, pool pollen, how to remove pollen from water, pollen false full 103 a85396cf-9fb3-401e-8b80-52be39965902 How to Contact Us at Orenda (the Right Way) 00:00 - Introduction

01:33 - There are a finite number of hours in the workweek

03:10 - Phone help line and emails

07:18 - Voicemail

09:25 - Use our help center, ask.orendatech.com

10:36 - We are not legal expert witnesses, so please don't ask us to be

12:32 - Inbound contact requests

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16:19 - Give us time to respond...and we will

16:46 - What a good phone call sounds like

18:22 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 8 Mar 2023 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-contact-us-the-right-way-LoVDEByE 00:00 - Introduction

01:33 - There are a finite number of hours in the workweek

03:10 - Phone help line and emails

07:18 - Voicemail

09:25 - Use our help center, ask.orendatech.com

10:36 - We are not legal expert witnesses, so please don't ask us to be

12:32 - Inbound contact requests

13:38 - If you do have to call us, please be direct

16:19 - Give us time to respond...and we will

16:46 - What a good phone call sounds like

18:22 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> How to Contact Us at Orenda (the Right Way) Eric Knight 00:19:55 As the busy season continues to heat up for us at Orenda, Eric and Jarred share a glimpse of how overwhelmed we are with inbound phone calls and other help requests. So this episode is to guide customers on how best to contact us while being respectful of our time and our limited bandwidth. We want to help everyone who contacts us, so please be patient with us and ask your questions clearly. As the busy season continues to heat up for us at Orenda, Eric and Jarred share a glimpse of how overwhelmed we are with inbound phone calls and other help requests. So this episode is to guide customers on how best to contact us while being respectful of our time and our limited bandwidth. We want to help everyone who contacts us, so please be patient with us and ask your questions clearly. orenda pool, orenda, orenda help center, orenda advice, contact orenda, pool chemistry, orenda technologies false full 102 dd1b6760-c92b-4698-814d-52c2fe9f0b7b What Water Wants 00:00 - Introduction

02:11 - We are still relatively unknown, and so is our message

03:53 - We cannot teach water chemistry properly without first understanding water itself

05:08 - The equilibria of both water and air

07:37 - Traditional range chemistry

08:18 - Startup example - stop chasing pH

11:38 - Has range chemistry ever worked?

12:15 - Water doesn't have a voice....or does it?

14:19 - The truth is only the beginning

15:07 - LSI Balance requires CO2 balance with the air

19:35 - "It has always been done this way" doesn't mean it has ever been right

22:19 - Updating standards

23:38 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 8 Feb 2023 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/what-water-wants-vGlitFb5 00:00 - Introduction

02:11 - We are still relatively unknown, and so is our message

03:53 - We cannot teach water chemistry properly without first understanding water itself

05:08 - The equilibria of both water and air

07:37 - Traditional range chemistry

08:18 - Startup example - stop chasing pH

11:38 - Has range chemistry ever worked?

12:15 - Water doesn't have a voice....or does it?

14:19 - The truth is only the beginning

15:07 - LSI Balance requires CO2 balance with the air

19:35 - "It has always been done this way" doesn't mean it has ever been right

22:19 - Updating standards

23:38 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> What Water Wants Eric Knight 00:25:49 After a training event in St. Louis where virtually nobody had ever heard of Orenda or our message, Eric gets back to basics and outlines the foundation of TRUE water balance; not what the traditional range chemistry that the pool industry has been teaching for decades. After a training event in St. Louis where virtually nobody had ever heard of Orenda or our message, Eric gets back to basics and outlines the foundation of TRUE water balance; not what the traditional range chemistry that the pool industry has been teaching for decades. henry's law, pool industry standards, orenda pool, orenda, rule your pool, range chemistry, pool chemistry, lsi, swimming pool false full 101 3d2a5ee0-d9d8-4168-8eb5-564d76b1d519 Live from the NESPA Show in Atlantic City 00:00 - Introduction, and introducing Shaun Mulhall, our Southeast regional manager

00:52 - Introducing Kathryn Varden, our Western regional manager

02:01 - Our top 5 topics on this podcast all have a common theme

05:49 - We got to teach two classes at the NESPA show, and 2 more in Spanish

07:21 - Jarred admits the podcast is actually worthwhile (but he still doesn't listen to it)

09:04 - Please give our podcast an honest rating on whatever platform you listen to it on.

10:36 - We have big plans for 2023

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]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2023 17:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Shaun Mulhall, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/live-from-atlantic-city-IrWpVFtU 00:00 - Introduction, and introducing Shaun Mulhall, our Southeast regional manager

00:52 - Introducing Kathryn Varden, our Western regional manager

02:01 - Our top 5 topics on this podcast all have a common theme

05:49 - We got to teach two classes at the NESPA show, and 2 more in Spanish

07:21 - Jarred admits the podcast is actually worthwhile (but he still doesn't listen to it)

09:04 - Please give our podcast an honest rating on whatever platform you listen to it on.

10:36 - We have big plans for 2023

10:51 - Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Live from the NESPA Show in Atlantic City Eric Knight, Shaun Mulhall, Jarred Morgan 00:11:46 We cannot believe we made it to our 100th episode. So we decided to say thank you while we were together in our booth in Atlantic City during the Northeast Pool & Spa Show. Shaun Mulhall joins us as we say thank you to our growing audience. We cannot believe we made it to our 100th episode. So we decided to say thank you while we were together in our booth in Atlantic City during the Northeast Pool & Spa Show. Shaun Mulhall joins us as we say thank you to our growing audience. orenda pool, orenda, rule your pool, pool chemistry, swimming pool, northeast pool and spa show false full 100 3053bcfd-f912-42b2-9ca2-0ef62a58f76f Stop Helicopter Parenting your Pool 00:00 - Introduction

02:43 - What does "helicopter parenting" mean in regard to a swimming pool?

05:23 - Patience is a virtue in pool care

06:46 - Let physics do their thing

08:14 - Physical thresholds like pH ceiling take time

10:01 - One pool to focus on vs. many

11:27 - Make an informed plan to rule YOUR pool

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]]> Wed, 4 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/stop-helicopter-parenting-your-pool-qAuMO2yC 00:00 - Introduction

02:43 - What does "helicopter parenting" mean in regard to a swimming pool?

05:23 - Patience is a virtue in pool care

06:46 - Let physics do their thing

08:14 - Physical thresholds like pH ceiling take time

10:01 - One pool to focus on vs. many

11:27 - Make an informed plan to rule YOUR pool

12:23 - Closing. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Stop Helicopter Parenting your Pool Eric Knight 00:14:06 In this new year's episode, Eric makes a plea to the homeowners listening to the Rule Your Pool podcast: please stop helicopter parenting your pool. Many of the problems customers call Orenda for would not exist if not for constant tinkering with the pool and its chemistry. In this new year's episode, Eric makes a plea to the homeowners listening to the Rule Your Pool podcast: please stop helicopter parenting your pool. Many of the problems customers call Orenda for would not exist if not for constant tinkering with the pool and its chemistry. swimming pool problems, water chemistry, rule your pool, troubleshoot a pool, pool chemistry, swimming pool false full 99 685ddebe-16ba-4c96-ba6f-dc1128855ff3 How to use the Orenda App 00:00 - Introduction

01:22 - Exploring the main menu and features of the Orenda App

03:14 - Blogs, procedures and videos are all shareable on the app

03:50 - App settings allows you to select language, units of measurement, and toggle borate on/off

05:48 - How to use the Orenda Calculator

08:05 - Real-time LSI and color codes

08:28 - How the Orenda Calculator dials work

10:01 - How to get chemical doses

14:44 - Chlorine and phosphates are segmented below the LSI line because they do not impact LSI, but are used in the chemical dosing calculator

15:24 - Sharing results, and an example of a software bug

17:29 - Scenario 1: winterizing a pool

24:35 - Scenario 2: weekly pool service

28:20 - How to contain pH and maintain LSI balance all week (in other words, how to Rule Your Pool)

32:47 - Chlorine dosing

34:35 - Old habits die hard. Kill them anyway.

35:53 - Summary. Thanks for listening, thanks for using our app, and Merry Christmas!

 

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]]> Sat, 24 Dec 2022 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-use-the-orenda-app-sx4xehVu 00:00 - Introduction

01:22 - Exploring the main menu and features of the Orenda App

03:14 - Blogs, procedures and videos are all shareable on the app

03:50 - App settings allows you to select language, units of measurement, and toggle borate on/off

05:48 - How to use the Orenda Calculator

08:05 - Real-time LSI and color codes

08:28 - How the Orenda Calculator dials work

10:01 - How to get chemical doses

14:44 - Chlorine and phosphates are segmented below the LSI line because they do not impact LSI, but are used in the chemical dosing calculator

15:24 - Sharing results, and an example of a software bug

17:29 - Scenario 1: winterizing a pool

24:35 - Scenario 2: weekly pool service

28:20 - How to contain pH and maintain LSI balance all week (in other words, how to Rule Your Pool)

32:47 - Chlorine dosing

34:35 - Old habits die hard. Kill them anyway.

35:53 - Summary. Thanks for listening, thanks for using our app, and Merry Christmas!

 

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]]> How to use the Orenda App Eric Knight 00:37:34 For this special Christmas episode, Jarred and Eric walk demonstrate how to use the Orenda App. More specifically, the Orenda Calculator. This episode is also on video and will be published on YouTube and the Orenda website. For this special Christmas episode, Jarred and Eric walk demonstrate how to use the Orenda App. More specifically, the Orenda Calculator. This episode is also on video and will be published on YouTube and the Orenda website. false full 98 087680b0-8275-47f8-8fcd-272530915393 7/7 - What raises and lowers Phosphates? 00:00 - Introduction

00:59 - What are phosphates?

02:59 - Where do phosphates come from?

03:09 - Chemically raising phosphates

05:42 - Phosphates in drinking water

08:22 - Environmental factors that introduce phosphates

09:14 - What lowers phosphates in pools?

09:18 - Reverse Osmosis (RO) filtration

10:58 - Rain and snow dilution

11:31 - Phosphate remover products

13:11 - Summary

 

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]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2022 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/7-7-what-raises-and-lowers-phosphates-rquEW9g2 00:00 - Introduction

00:59 - What are phosphates?

02:59 - Where do phosphates come from?

03:09 - Chemically raising phosphates

05:42 - Phosphates in drinking water

08:22 - Environmental factors that introduce phosphates

09:14 - What lowers phosphates in pools?

09:18 - Reverse Osmosis (RO) filtration

10:58 - Rain and snow dilution

11:31 - Phosphate remover products

13:11 - Summary

 

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]]> 7/7 - What raises and lowers Phosphates? Eric Knight 00:14:50 After a brief overview explanation of phosphates, we discuss where phosphates come from, and how to remove them. In short, phosphates are pretty much inevitable, and since chlorine cannot oxidize them, you need either a phosphate remover or RO filtration to remove them. After a brief overview explanation of phosphates, we discuss where phosphates come from, and how to remove them. In short, phosphates are pretty much inevitable, and since chlorine cannot oxidize them, you need either a phosphate remover or RO filtration to remove them. phosphates in pools, orthophosphate, pool podcast, pool chemistry, phosphates, swimming pools false full 97 6f68e395-5393-4f03-a913-b662c5b90148 6/7 - What raises and lowers Combined Chlorine? 00:00 - Introduction

00:35 - What is combined chlorine?

03:20 - What raises combined chlorine?

04:15 - Nitrogen sources in commercial pools

07:29 - Nitrogen sources in residential pools

08:34 - What lowers combined chlorine?

08:59 - Chemical ways to reduce combined chlorine

12:46 - Mechanical ways to reduce combined chlorine

15:03 - Summary - after nitrogen is oxidized...

 

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]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2022 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/6-7-what-raises-and-lowers-combined-chlorine-VtDIuSwf 00:00 - Introduction

00:35 - What is combined chlorine?

03:20 - What raises combined chlorine?

04:15 - Nitrogen sources in commercial pools

07:29 - Nitrogen sources in residential pools

08:34 - What lowers combined chlorine?

08:59 - Chemical ways to reduce combined chlorine

12:46 - Mechanical ways to reduce combined chlorine

15:03 - Summary - after nitrogen is oxidized...

 

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]]> 6/7 - What raises and lowers Combined Chlorine? Eric Knight 00:16:36 After a brief overview explanation of combined chlorine, we discuss what raises and lowers it. In short, if you have combined chlorine (chloramines), you have nitrogen in your water. Find the source, and address it. After a brief overview explanation of combined chlorine, we discuss what raises and lowers it. In short, if you have combined chlorine (chloramines), you have nitrogen in your water. Find the source, and address it. chloramines, how to remove combined chlorine, chloramines in pool, reduce combined chlorine, pool podcast, pool chemistry, nitrogen in water, combined chlorine, chloramine, swimming pools false full 96 a301f043-e5d4-46f2-8744-d4d6a4cfd8d6 5/7 - What raises and lowers Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)? 00:00 - Introduction to our new seven-part series

00:30 - What is TDS?

02:39 - Myths about TDS

04:32 - What raises TDS?

06:29 - What lowers TDS?

07:05 - Reverse Osmosis filtration

07:34 - Summary

 

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]]> Wed, 7 Dec 2022 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/5-7-what-raises-and-lowers-tds-gE1ZEjNv 00:00 - Introduction to our new seven-part series

00:30 - What is TDS?

02:39 - Myths about TDS

04:32 - What raises TDS?

06:29 - What lowers TDS?

07:05 - Reverse Osmosis filtration

07:34 - Summary

 

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]]> 5/7 - What raises and lowers Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)? Eric Knight 00:09:00 After a brief overview explanation of pH, we discuss what raises pH, and what lowers pH. In short, it's about dissolved CO2 in your water. After a brief overview explanation of pH, we discuss what raises pH, and what lowers pH. In short, it's about dissolved CO2 in your water. how to reduce tds, reduce tds, pool podcast, pool chemistry, total dissolved solids, swimming pools, swimming pool tds false full 95 115ccb20-ec3c-4a95-8254-99861bc8c52b 4/7 - What raises and lowers Cyanuric Acid (CYA)? 00:00 - Introduction

00:54 - What is Cyanuric Acid (CYA)?

03:33 - CYA controls the speed of chlorine

05:04 - Minimal CYA is our Fourth Pillar of proactive pool care

06:25 - What raises CYA?

08:18 - What lowers CYA?

11:05 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2022 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/4-7-what-raises-and-lowers-cya-8vW_KTrN 00:00 - Introduction

00:54 - What is Cyanuric Acid (CYA)?

03:33 - CYA controls the speed of chlorine

05:04 - Minimal CYA is our Fourth Pillar of proactive pool care

06:25 - What raises CYA?

08:18 - What lowers CYA?

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]]> 4/7 - What raises and lowers Cyanuric Acid (CYA)? Eric Knight 00:12:15 After a brief overview explanation of Cyanuric Acid, we discuss what raises and lowers CYA. In short, it won't rise naturally, and to lower it, you need to dilute water. After a brief overview explanation of Cyanuric Acid, we discuss what raises and lowers CYA. In short, it won't rise naturally, and to lower it, you need to dilute water. pool chlorine, trichlor, lower cya, chlorine and sunlight, pool podcast, pool chemistry, cyanuric acid, chlorine stabilizer, pool cya, reduce cya, swimming pools false full 94 ff468907-6aad-472c-aa86-700b63299fba 3/7 - What raises and lowers Calcium Hardness? 00:00 - Introduction

00:47 - Happy Thanksgiving!

02:54 - What is calcium hardness?

03:50 - What raises calcium hardness?

06:49 - What lowers calcium hardness?

09:37 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 23 Nov 2022 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/3-7-what-raises-and-lowers-calcium-hardness-GD_Kbmnz 00:00 - Introduction

00:47 - Happy Thanksgiving!

02:54 - What is calcium hardness?

03:50 - What raises calcium hardness?

06:49 - What lowers calcium hardness?

09:37 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> 3/7 - What raises and lowers Calcium Hardness? Eric Knight 00:11:16 After a brief overview explanation of calcium hardness, we discuss what raises and lowers it. In short, if your calcium is increasing, it's coming from somewhere. If it's decreasing, it's going somewhere. After a brief overview explanation of calcium hardness, we discuss what raises and lowers it. In short, if your calcium is increasing, it's coming from somewhere. If it's decreasing, it's going somewhere. decrease alkalinity, increase alkalinity, total alkalinity, lower alkalinity, pool podcast, acid and alkalinity, pool chemistry, pool alkalinity, swimming pools, raise total alkalinity false full 93 301d5681-c019-47af-b2fe-e112863686d4 2/7 - What raises and lowers Total Alkalinity? 00:00 - Introduction

00:35 - What is alkalinity?

02:45 - The purpose of alkalinity

03:42 - pH determines the types of alkalinity in your water

04:48 - What raises total alkalinity?

06:47 - Why alkalinity rises in pools with CO2 injectors

09:07 - What lowers total alkalinity?

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]]> Wed, 16 Nov 2022 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/2-7-what-raises-and-lowers-total-alkalinity-_K2GHvly 00:00 - Introduction

00:35 - What is alkalinity?

02:45 - The purpose of alkalinity

03:42 - pH determines the types of alkalinity in your water

04:48 - What raises total alkalinity?

06:47 - Why alkalinity rises in pools with CO2 injectors

09:07 - What lowers total alkalinity?

11:58 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> 2/7 - What raises and lowers Total Alkalinity? Eric Knight 00:13:14 After a brief overview explanation of alkalinity, we discuss what raises and lowers it. In short, to raise alkalinity you need to add alkali to your water, and to reduce it, you need to remove it or neutralize it with acid. After a brief overview explanation of alkalinity, we discuss what raises and lowers it. In short, to raise alkalinity you need to add alkali to your water, and to reduce it, you need to remove it or neutralize it with acid. decrease alkalinity, increase alkalinity, total alkalinity, lower alkalinity, pool podcast, acid and alkalinity, pool chemistry, pool alkalinity, swimming pools, raise total alkalinity false full 92 2bd40df5-331b-4067-b0a6-2a5d9f94fb01 1/7 - What raises and lowers pH? 00:00 - Introduction

00:38 - Overview/recap of what pH is and what it means

02:30 - pH dogma in the swimming pool industry, debunked

05:24 - pH is about dissolved Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

06:37 - pH ceiling (when CO2 is equalized between water and air)

07:16 - What raises pH?

11:14 - What lowers pH?

13:48 - pH suppression

15:13 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 9 Nov 2022 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/1-7-what-raises-and-lowers-ph-OpIQL50_ 00:00 - Introduction

00:38 - Overview/recap of what pH is and what it means

02:30 - pH dogma in the swimming pool industry, debunked

05:24 - pH is about dissolved Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

06:37 - pH ceiling (when CO2 is equalized between water and air)

07:16 - What raises pH?

11:14 - What lowers pH?

13:48 - pH suppression

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]]> 1/7 - What raises and lowers pH? Eric Knight 00:16:46 After a brief overview explanation of pH, we discuss what raises pH, and what lowers pH. In short, it's about dissolved CO2 in your water. After a brief overview explanation of pH, we discuss what raises pH, and what lowers pH. In short, it's about dissolved CO2 in your water. how to increase ph, swimming pool ph, ph swimming pool chemistry, pool podcast, pool chemistry, what raises ph, swimming pools, what lowers ph, how to lower ph, how to decrease ph, how to raise ph false full 91 ab0ada3b-78ac-4d0f-bf68-88a6e130ccea Intro - What Raises and Lowers specific chemistry factors? (7-part series) 00:00 - Introduction to our new seven-part series

01:37 - We need to get back to the basics, thanks to the questions we are getting from you

02:38 - You are the reason we keep producing this podcast. Thank you for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 2 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/intro-raises-and-lowers-chemistry-factors-IEf3oFTU 00:00 - Introduction to our new seven-part series

01:37 - We need to get back to the basics, thanks to the questions we are getting from you

02:38 - You are the reason we keep producing this podcast. Thank you for listening!

 

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]]> Intro - What Raises and Lowers specific chemistry factors? (7-part series) Eric Knight 00:03:51 In this short episode, we are introducing a new seven-part series on individual chemistry factors. Each episode will discuss a quick overview of the chemistry (as a refresher from our first several episodes) and what raises and lowers each factor. In this short episode, we are introducing a new seven-part series on individual chemistry factors. Each episode will discuss a quick overview of the chemistry (as a refresher from our first several episodes) and what raises and lowers each factor. pool podcast, pool chemistry, swimming pools false full 90 6a6ca1f6-bb4b-487b-87aa-8f0880a78be5 Cold Water Startups 00:00 - Intro

03:13 - The Orenda Startup™ is still about LSI in colder water. In fact, the LSI is probably even more important in colder water.

04:23 - Three main startup procedure differences to focus on when the water is cold (and getting colder)

05:22 - 1) More calcium hardness

08:34 - 2) When and where to add SC-1000

13:57 - 3) Let the cement dry for a few hours before turning the water on

17:49 - Postpone salt and acid treatments until spring

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]]> Wed, 26 Oct 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/cold-water-startups-Qd28O0dz 00:00 - Intro

03:13 - The Orenda Startup™ is still about LSI in colder water. In fact, the LSI is probably even more important in colder water.

04:23 - Three main startup procedure differences to focus on when the water is cold (and getting colder)

05:22 - 1) More calcium hardness

08:34 - 2) When and where to add SC-1000

13:57 - 3) Let the cement dry for a few hours before turning the water on

17:49 - Postpone salt and acid treatments until spring

24:00 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Cold Water Startups Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:27:32 Jarred and Eric talk about pool startups in the fall and winter when the water is cold. The primary differences are where to set calcium hardness levels, how to add SC-1000 properly, and to let the plaster/cement dry for a few hours before turning the water on. Also, don't add salt in the fall, and if the pool is ugly, let it be ugly until springtime. Jarred and Eric talk about pool startups in the fall and winter when the water is cold. The primary differences are where to set calcium hardness levels, how to add SC-1000 properly, and to let the plaster/cement dry for a few hours before turning the water on. Also, don't add salt in the fall, and if the pool is ugly, let it be ugly until springtime. orenda startup, pool podcast, pool startup, pool chemistry, winterize a pool, filling a pool, swimming pools, pool winterization, pool plaster false full 89 afe56e99-2626-43b0-9291-55f901243d28 Podcasting with the Pool Chasers 00:00 - Intro

01:21 - We met the Pool Chasers in their studio before COVID

02:20  - Podcasts are catching on, but Pool Chasers were one of the first

08:38 - Podcasting wasn't as accepted and understood 5 or 6 years ago. Now it's mainstream.

11:51 - There should be more podcasts, because it's a great medium for sharing information

16:10 - We don't talk about our products and that annoys Greg.

24:03 - If you want to be treated differently, act differently

27:20 - Podcasting is different from classes and trade show activities because it's not based on a finite window of time, and every week it can be new.

29:48 - Tyler thinks its cool that Orenda listened to them and took them seriously about podcasting. Because most people don't.

32:13 - We love hearing from our listeners on podcast@orendatech.com and ask.orendatech.com

32:51 - Summary.  Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 19 Oct 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Greg Villafaña, Tyler Rasmussen) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/podcasting-with-the-pool-chasers-wVyJp1j8 00:00 - Intro

01:21 - We met the Pool Chasers in their studio before COVID

02:20  - Podcasts are catching on, but Pool Chasers were one of the first

08:38 - Podcasting wasn't as accepted and understood 5 or 6 years ago. Now it's mainstream.

11:51 - There should be more podcasts, because it's a great medium for sharing information

16:10 - We don't talk about our products and that annoys Greg.

24:03 - If you want to be treated differently, act differently

27:20 - Podcasting is different from classes and trade show activities because it's not based on a finite window of time, and every week it can be new.

29:48 - Tyler thinks its cool that Orenda listened to them and took them seriously about podcasting. Because most people don't.

32:13 - We love hearing from our listeners on podcast@orendatech.com and ask.orendatech.com

32:51 - Summary.  Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Podcasting with the Pool Chasers Eric Knight, Greg Villafaña, Tyler Rasmussen 00:34:00 While in Scottsdale Arizona, Eric visits the Pool Chasers, Tyler and Greg, in their studio. These are the guys who inspired us to create the Rule Your Pool Podcast, and we want to give them credit for their help, especially the effort Greg personally put into helping us create this show. While in Scottsdale Arizona, Eric visits the Pool Chasers, Tyler and Greg, in their studio. These are the guys who inspired us to create the Rule Your Pool Podcast, and we want to give them credit for their help, especially the effort Greg personally put into helping us create this show. pool podcast, how to make a podcast, pool chasers, how to podcast, swimming pools, swimming pool podcast false full 88 12954f46-2ca4-40c1-a847-21e73a17f7f2 Swimming Pool Recovery After a Hurricane 00:00 - Intro

03:08 - Let's start with pool damage, electrical and physical

05:26 - Electrical Hazards

06:31 - Contamination, physical and chemical

07:48 - Biohazards

09:20 - How to clean up a pool after a Hurricane

11:59 - Chemistry and chlorination after circulation is up and running

14:21 - Brief summary

16:44 - Drinking water contamination

17:42 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 12 Oct 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/pool-recovery-after-a-hurricane-9ssnjXfG 00:00 - Intro

03:08 - Let's start with pool damage, electrical and physical

05:26 - Electrical Hazards

06:31 - Contamination, physical and chemical

07:48 - Biohazards

09:20 - How to clean up a pool after a Hurricane

11:59 - Chemistry and chlorination after circulation is up and running

14:21 - Brief summary

16:44 - Drinking water contamination

17:42 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Swimming Pool Recovery After a Hurricane Eric Knight 00:19:43 In the wake of Hurricane Ian, Eric talks about how to clean up and recover a swimming pool after a Hurricane. Since pools are a low priority compared to home damage and destruction of the power grid, roads, etc., we recognize this is a sensitive topic when people can lose everything to the storm. The raw destructive power of a Hurricane needs to be both respected and expected. In the wake of Hurricane Ian, Eric talks about how to clean up and recover a swimming pool after a Hurricane. Since pools are a low priority compared to home damage and destruction of the power grid, roads, etc., we recognize this is a sensitive topic when people can lose everything to the storm. The raw destructive power of a Hurricane needs to be both respected and expected. pool clean up after hurricane, swimming pool chemistry, extreme pool cleanup, pool cleanup, hurricane damage, swimming pools, clean up a pool, swimming pool hurricane, hurricanes and pools false full 87 cf58c20a-3d68-4269-8dbe-674a7470342b Winter is Coming...Again (feat. Miguel Chavez) 00:00 - Intro - We're doing it LIVE

01:54 - Orenda help line rings with people asking about winterization

03:19 - The type of safety cover affects water chemistry

05:20 - Winterization is like bear hibernation

06:21 - Sanitizing and Balance: two separate things

08:28 - Winterization kits miss the point

11:38 - Even sitting next to each other looking at the same laptop, Jarred is still somehow not looking at the show notes

14:24 - What is a winter watch program?

15:32 - Spring openings

19:54 - What are calcium crystals?

22:04 - Winter dust

23:22 - Swim Across America recap. Jarred survived...barely.

30:13 - Introducing our spanish podcast hosted by Miguel, Controlando la Piscina

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]]> Wed, 5 Oct 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan, Miguel Chavez) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/winter-is-coming-again-kr4m574x 00:00 - Intro - We're doing it LIVE

01:54 - Orenda help line rings with people asking about winterization

03:19 - The type of safety cover affects water chemistry

05:20 - Winterization is like bear hibernation

06:21 - Sanitizing and Balance: two separate things

08:28 - Winterization kits miss the point

11:38 - Even sitting next to each other looking at the same laptop, Jarred is still somehow not looking at the show notes

14:24 - What is a winter watch program?

15:32 - Spring openings

19:54 - What are calcium crystals?

22:04 - Winter dust

23:22 - Swim Across America recap. Jarred survived...barely.

30:13 - Introducing our spanish podcast hosted by Miguel, Controlando la Piscina

30:56 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

 

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]]> Winter is Coming...Again (feat. Miguel Chavez) Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan, Miguel Chavez 00:32:21 Jarred, Eric and Miguel sit shoulder-to-shoulder-to-shoulder behind one mic in Texas for the first-ever Rule Your Pool Podcast recorded in the same room. We didn't know how to set up multiple mics, so we made do. Also, Miguel says stuff in spanish that lead Jarred and Eric to believe he's making fun of them. They recap Jarred's Swim Across America experience, which is funny because he lived to talk about it. But the core of the episode is talking about swimming pool winterization. Jarred, Eric and Miguel sit shoulder-to-shoulder-to-shoulder behind one mic in Texas for the first-ever Rule Your Pool Podcast recorded in the same room. We didn't know how to set up multiple mics, so we made do. Also, Miguel says stuff in spanish that lead Jarred and Eric to believe he's making fun of them. They recap Jarred's Swim Across America experience, which is funny because he lived to talk about it. But the core of the episode is talking about swimming pool winterization. contrarian pool chemistry, orenda pool, swimming pool chemistry, winterize a swimming pool, range chemistry, lsi, swim across america, swimming pools, pool winterization false full 86 2e2afc81-70f4-4c7f-b3b5-53fc2421b04d Here's to the Naysayers 00:00 - Intro - Jarred is a Debbie Downer

02:23 - Jarred printed the show notes for this episode

03:17 - Criticism: Orenda downplays the importance of pH

07:09 - Criticism: Orenda advocates for alkalinity below 80 ppm, but that will destroy a pool

08:38 - Criticism: Orenda says 50 ppm CYA or less, but you can't hold chlorine for a week with such low levels

09:54 - Criticism: Phosphates don't matter, and Orenda just says they do to sell more PR-10,000

11:25 - Criticism: The Orenda Startup conflicts with other standard methods

13:38 - Criticism: The Orenda Startup doesn't work

14:40 - Criticism: Orenda's "education" is just propaganda for you to buy more products

17:23 - Criticism: Orenda likes calcium hardness too high

20:44 - Criticism: Orenda says calcium flakes from salt cells are calcium carbonate, but I was told they're calcium phosphate

22:32 - Criticism: Orenda was anti-borate, but now they've flip-flopped and are pro-borate?

24:17 - Criticism: The Rule Your Pool podcast is lame.  (We agree with this one).

25:07 - Criticism: The Orenda Calculator is inaccurate because it differs from other LSI calculators out there

26:29 - Criticism: SC-1000 is no better than other sequestering agents, plus it wipes out chlorine

28:19 - Criticism: Orenda is just another greedy chemical company

30:39 - Criticism: Orenda makes stuff up and calls it "research"

32:55 - Criticism: Orenda unfairly criticizes algaecides...they work so well

34:04 - Criticism: Enzymes don't "digest" because they aren't living

35:07 - Criticism: The LSI wasn't made for pools

36:34 - Criticism: Orenda says pH cannot be controlled...but my pool has a pH controller on it

39:49 - Closing.  Thanks for listening! 

 

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]]> Thu, 29 Sep 2022 11:45:33 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/heres-to-the-naysayers-h1tF4rF5 00:00 - Intro - Jarred is a Debbie Downer

02:23 - Jarred printed the show notes for this episode

03:17 - Criticism: Orenda downplays the importance of pH

07:09 - Criticism: Orenda advocates for alkalinity below 80 ppm, but that will destroy a pool

08:38 - Criticism: Orenda says 50 ppm CYA or less, but you can't hold chlorine for a week with such low levels

09:54 - Criticism: Phosphates don't matter, and Orenda just says they do to sell more PR-10,000

11:25 - Criticism: The Orenda Startup conflicts with other standard methods

13:38 - Criticism: The Orenda Startup doesn't work

14:40 - Criticism: Orenda's "education" is just propaganda for you to buy more products

17:23 - Criticism: Orenda likes calcium hardness too high

20:44 - Criticism: Orenda says calcium flakes from salt cells are calcium carbonate, but I was told they're calcium phosphate

22:32 - Criticism: Orenda was anti-borate, but now they've flip-flopped and are pro-borate?

24:17 - Criticism: The Rule Your Pool podcast is lame.  (We agree with this one).

25:07 - Criticism: The Orenda Calculator is inaccurate because it differs from other LSI calculators out there

26:29 - Criticism: SC-1000 is no better than other sequestering agents, plus it wipes out chlorine

28:19 - Criticism: Orenda is just another greedy chemical company

30:39 - Criticism: Orenda makes stuff up and calls it "research"

32:55 - Criticism: Orenda unfairly criticizes algaecides...they work so well

34:04 - Criticism: Enzymes don't "digest" because they aren't living

35:07 - Criticism: The LSI wasn't made for pools

36:34 - Criticism: Orenda says pH cannot be controlled...but my pool has a pH controller on it

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]]> Here's to the Naysayers Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:41:25 Much of our teaching is contrarian to the pool industry's established standards. We often face pushback from naysayers, and we welcome it. So here's to the naysayers: Eric and Jarred reply to our most common criticisms. Much of our teaching is contrarian to the pool industry's established standards. We often face pushback from naysayers, and we welcome it. So here's to the naysayers: Eric and Jarred reply to our most common criticisms. contrarian pool chemistry, orenda pool, swimming pool chemistry, orenda academy, orenda pool chemistry, range chemistry, lsi, swimming pools false full 85 359ced4e-8d3b-48bb-bd0d-e39160a0b9fa Good Enough is the Enemy of Great 00:00 - Intro...Jarred is the host this time

01:12 - People call us for advice, and most of them are wanting "the easy button"

04:54 - Old school thinking (good enough) prevents you from being great

06:45 - What is your added value to the pool owner?

11:04 - Traditional pool care

16:04 - Relying on chlorine to do too much

18:30 - Ways to add additional value

20:20 - Do not be fearful of educating customers if you're adding additional value

21:38 - Six bad habits to avoid

23:56 - Four Pillars (action steps)

27:16 - The Orenda Cult

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]]> Wed, 21 Sep 2022 13:28:50 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/good-enough-is-enemy-of-great-UtWhY0R4 00:00 - Intro...Jarred is the host this time

01:12 - People call us for advice, and most of them are wanting "the easy button"

04:54 - Old school thinking (good enough) prevents you from being great

06:45 - What is your added value to the pool owner?

11:04 - Traditional pool care

16:04 - Relying on chlorine to do too much

18:30 - Ways to add additional value

20:20 - Do not be fearful of educating customers if you're adding additional value

21:38 - Six bad habits to avoid

23:56 - Four Pillars (action steps)

27:16 - The Orenda Cult

28:32 - Thank you for listening!

 

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]]> Good Enough is the Enemy of Great Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:29:37 Jarred takes the lead on this episode, as we talk about pool maintenance habits getting in the way of great water quality. Doing things that are 'good enough' often prevent you from being great. Greatness requires a different way of thinking, and behaviors that may seem counterintuitive. Jarred takes the lead on this episode, as we talk about pool maintenance habits getting in the way of great water quality. Doing things that are 'good enough' often prevent you from being great. Greatness requires a different way of thinking, and behaviors that may seem counterintuitive. contrarian pool chemistry, orenda pool, difference between good and great, swimming pool chemistry, good to great, orenda pool chemistry, range chemistry, lsi, swimming pools false full 84 e6ddc21d-516c-4318-a0a4-d35e5d2597fd We Learned How to Plaster a Pool... 00:00 - Intro

01:34 - Tempool plaster school

03:21 - We learned a LOT by physically plastering a pool

06:23 - Plasterers are artisans. There's both an art and a science to this trade

07:57 - We learned the entire process from waterproofing/prep, to plastering, to exposing

12:57 - Water to cement ratio. The mixer matters!

14:53 - The pro's at Tempool moved differently than us newbies

16:17 - Finishing steps - butter/cream removal

18:23 - Finishing steps - wet brushing/brooming, rinsing

21:05 - Exposure types: acid wash, advanced acid wash w/bicarb rinse, and Pool Wash™

22:50 - Passing the baton: shotcrete > prep crew > plaster crew > exposure crew > startup technician

24:25 - Watershape University class C3611, Essential Plaster Workshop, Nov. 12-13, 2022.

25:04 - Closing. Thanks for listening! We think we passed 50 listeners!

 

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]]> Wed, 14 Sep 2022 14:33:20 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/we-learned-how-to-plaster-a-pool-LnY7V0jW 00:00 - Intro

01:34 - Tempool plaster school

03:21 - We learned a LOT by physically plastering a pool

06:23 - Plasterers are artisans. There's both an art and a science to this trade

07:57 - We learned the entire process from waterproofing/prep, to plastering, to exposing

12:57 - Water to cement ratio. The mixer matters!

14:53 - The pro's at Tempool moved differently than us newbies

16:17 - Finishing steps - butter/cream removal

18:23 - Finishing steps - wet brushing/brooming, rinsing

21:05 - Exposure types: acid wash, advanced acid wash w/bicarb rinse, and Pool Wash™

22:50 - Passing the baton: shotcrete > prep crew > plaster crew > exposure crew > startup technician

24:25 - Watershape University class C3611, Essential Plaster Workshop, Nov. 12-13, 2022.

25:04 - Closing. Thanks for listening! We think we passed 50 listeners!

 

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]]> We Learned How to Plaster a Pool... Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:26:59 After 3 days in Jacksonville FL learning how to plaster at Tempool's plaster school, Eric and Jarred reflect on the skills (and endurance) required to be a good plaster company. We learned a LOT. After 3 days in Jacksonville FL learning how to plaster at Tempool's plaster school, Eric and Jarred reflect on the skills (and endurance) required to be a good plaster company. We learned a LOT. how to plaster a pool, pool plastering, swimming pool finish, tempool, watershape university, pebble pool, swimming pools, pool plaster, plaster a pool false full 83 545e7d8a-6abb-43f6-ad3f-4419eec4b981 Three Water Tests that are 100% Reliable, but not Precise 00:00 - Intro

02:18 - Thermometers are reliable and accurate, but because they're not water tests, they're not included in our list of three tests in this episode.

04:19 - No test kit stays accurate and precise forever. All of them need to be maintained, used properly, calibrated and reagents need to be taken care of (and not expired).

05:13 - The White Bucket Test

07:43 - Our first white bucket test...green water out of the hose on a startup

10:23 - White bucket tests can be used to identify if there are metals in tap water too

13:47 - Melamine clouds with Cyanuric Acid (CYA)

15:20 - PR-10,000 clouds with phosphates of any kind (red cap test)

17:55 - Ruling out variables helps you narrow in on the cause of the problem

20:06 - Closing remarks. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 7 Sep 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/three-100-percent-reliable-water-tests-6Iw_cRRI 00:00 - Intro

02:18 - Thermometers are reliable and accurate, but because they're not water tests, they're not included in our list of three tests in this episode.

04:19 - No test kit stays accurate and precise forever. All of them need to be maintained, used properly, calibrated and reagents need to be taken care of (and not expired).

05:13 - The White Bucket Test

07:43 - Our first white bucket test...green water out of the hose on a startup

10:23 - White bucket tests can be used to identify if there are metals in tap water too

13:47 - Melamine clouds with Cyanuric Acid (CYA)

15:20 - PR-10,000 clouds with phosphates of any kind (red cap test)

17:55 - Ruling out variables helps you narrow in on the cause of the problem

20:06 - Closing remarks. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Three Water Tests that are 100% Reliable, but not Precise Eric Knight 00:21:29 A prescription (or treatment) without proper diagnosis is malpractice. Eric explains three foolproof, 100% reliable tests that can help you rule out certain variables when troubleshooting your pool. They're not precise, and not meant to be. A prescription (or treatment) without proper diagnosis is malpractice. Eric explains three foolproof, 100% reliable tests that can help you rule out certain variables when troubleshooting your pool. They're not precise, and not meant to be. white bucket test, pool troubleshooting, copper staining, metals in pool water, cyanuric acid, diagnose pool chemistry, swimming pools, pr-10000, melamine false full 82 a651e4d3-1563-470b-bc2d-2bda0effdb57 Plaster Finish Issues (w/ Bill Drakeley, Watershapes University) 00:00 - Introduction with Bill Drakeley, Watershapes University

01:47 - Cement cracks

05:43 - Concrete issues cause plaster issues

07:55 - What are "structural cracks"?

08:48 - Calcium nodules

12:46 - Concrete core samples

15:45 - Lack of bonding / delamination

17:21 - Bill pounds on his desk when talking about concrete

21:13 - Start with the pool foundation when diagnosing plaster problems

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]]> Wed, 31 Aug 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Bill Drakeley, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/plaster-issues-bill-drakeley-0E1B9_yZ 00:00 - Introduction with Bill Drakeley, Watershapes University

01:47 - Cement cracks

05:43 - Concrete issues cause plaster issues

07:55 - What are "structural cracks"?

08:48 - Calcium nodules

12:46 - Concrete core samples

15:45 - Lack of bonding / delamination

17:21 - Bill pounds on his desk when talking about concrete

21:13 - Start with the pool foundation when diagnosing plaster problems

21:58 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Plaster Finish Issues (w/ Bill Drakeley, Watershapes University) Eric Knight, Bill Drakeley, Jarred Morgan 00:23:31 Continuing our conversation with Bill Drakeley from Watershapes University, Jarred and Eric talk about some common plaster problems like calcium nodules and delamination. According to Bill, the plaster will show defects in the concrete shell, so always start by thinking about the foundation of the pool when diagnosing plaster issues. Continuing our conversation with Bill Drakeley from Watershapes University, Jarred and Eric talk about some common plaster problems like calcium nodules and delamination. According to Bill, the plaster will show defects in the concrete shell, so always start by thinking about the foundation of the pool when diagnosing plaster issues. concrete pool, calcium nodules, swimming pool construction, pool shotcrete, pool plaster problems, watershapes university, swimming pools, plaster issues, pool plaster false full 81 5a01fb5d-33fd-4eb3-93ba-5af53d9da439 Understanding Shotcrete (w/ Bill Drakeley, Watershapes University) 00:00 - Introduction to Bill Drakeley

02:22 - Concrete 101: What happens when water mixes with dry cement?

04:02 - Concrete mix design (water:cement ratio)

05:18 - Compressive value (PSI)

07:49 - ACI and ASA minimum for pool concrete is 4000 PSI.

08:59 - How do you regulate PSI? Concrete mix design (water:cement ratio)

11:41 - Quality control

13:08 - Is waterproofing necessary when you have a proper, watertight concrete pool shell?

16:39 - Rapid-fire definitions

20:20 - Types of cracks

21:56 - Hydrating vs. Curing

29:15 - How to prep concrete before plaster

32:27 - Watertight vs. waterproof

33:42 - Summary: do your homework.  Thanks for listening!

 

 

 

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]]> Wed, 24 Aug 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Bill Drakeley, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/understanding-shotcrete-bill-drakeley-HtlqCynQ 00:00 - Introduction to Bill Drakeley

02:22 - Concrete 101: What happens when water mixes with dry cement?

04:02 - Concrete mix design (water:cement ratio)

05:18 - Compressive value (PSI)

07:49 - ACI and ASA minimum for pool concrete is 4000 PSI.

08:59 - How do you regulate PSI? Concrete mix design (water:cement ratio)

11:41 - Quality control

13:08 - Is waterproofing necessary when you have a proper, watertight concrete pool shell?

16:39 - Rapid-fire definitions

20:20 - Types of cracks

21:56 - Hydrating vs. Curing

29:15 - How to prep concrete before plaster

32:27 - Watertight vs. waterproof

33:42 - Summary: do your homework.  Thanks for listening!

 

 

 

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]]> Understanding Shotcrete (w/ Bill Drakeley, Watershapes University) Eric Knight, Bill Drakeley, Jarred Morgan 00:35:41 In this episode, Jarred and Eric interview Bill Drakeley of Watershapes University, a renowned expert in swimming pool shotcrete (and concrete in general). Flaws in shotcrete pool shells often come through plaster over time, so Bill discusses the do's and don'ts of proper shotcrete installation and mix design. In this episode, Jarred and Eric interview Bill Drakeley of Watershapes University, a renowned expert in swimming pool shotcrete (and concrete in general). Flaws in shotcrete pool shells often come through plaster over time, so Bill discusses the do's and don'ts of proper shotcrete installation and mix design. shotcrete, concrete pool, swimming pool construction, pool cracks, shotcrete pool, gunite, concrete application, watershapes university, swimming pools, how to build a pool false full 80 e15831ea-1a47-4357-a9df-8f7892fe5805 Cyanuric Acid (CYA) and Chlorine Strength 00:00 - An extra-long intro, complete with Jarred's new microphone and some housekeeping topics.

01:24 - Housekeeping: We're teaching with Watershapes University. WU C3611, November 12 and 13 in Las Vegas: Essential Plaster Workshop. And we're participating in Swim Across America, September 24 in Dallas. You can contribute to our team at swimacrossamerica.org/goto/orenda.

03:38 - Check out the chlorine and CYA chart here: https://blog.orendatech.com/chlorine-ph-and-cya-relationships

04:55 - When you introduce CYA into the water, pH no longer controls the strength of chlorine (%HOCl)!!

08:23 - Chlorine strength is determined by the FC:CYA ratio. It's only a matter of time until health departments recognize this.

10:58 - At a high enough pH, OCl- will break away from CYA and can be destroyed by sunlight. Focus on your pH ceiling to avoid this fate.

13:50 - Simplifying the complex

15:36 - The Orenda program takes these overlapping factors into account, so you do not need to understand all of the chemistry. We've taken things into consideration for you. Just follow the plan and the chemistry will behave.

18:05 - Paradigm shifts are never comfortable

18:42 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 17 Aug 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/cya-and-chlorine-strength-0RL_Ncij 00:00 - An extra-long intro, complete with Jarred's new microphone and some housekeeping topics.

01:24 - Housekeeping: We're teaching with Watershapes University. WU C3611, November 12 and 13 in Las Vegas: Essential Plaster Workshop. And we're participating in Swim Across America, September 24 in Dallas. You can contribute to our team at swimacrossamerica.org/goto/orenda.

03:38 - Check out the chlorine and CYA chart here: https://blog.orendatech.com/chlorine-ph-and-cya-relationships

04:55 - When you introduce CYA into the water, pH no longer controls the strength of chlorine (%HOCl)!!

08:23 - Chlorine strength is determined by the FC:CYA ratio. It's only a matter of time until health departments recognize this.

10:58 - At a high enough pH, OCl- will break away from CYA and can be destroyed by sunlight. Focus on your pH ceiling to avoid this fate.

13:50 - Simplifying the complex

15:36 - The Orenda program takes these overlapping factors into account, so you do not need to understand all of the chemistry. We've taken things into consideration for you. Just follow the plan and the chemistry will behave.

18:05 - Paradigm shifts are never comfortable

18:42 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Cyanuric Acid (CYA) and Chlorine Strength Eric Knight 00:20:09 Eric challenges "pH dogma" by showing that pH does NOT control chlorine strength when cyanuric acid (CYA) is in the water. The free chlorine to cyanuric acid ratio (FC:CYA) determines chlorine strength. Eric challenges "pH dogma" by showing that pH does NOT control chlorine strength when cyanuric acid (CYA) is in the water. The free chlorine to cyanuric acid ratio (FC:CYA) determines chlorine strength. pool conditioner, cya and chlorine, cyanuric acid, chlorine stabilizer, pool cya, swimming pools, ph and chlorine, hocl false full 79 eb5dd1b5-4f36-4e50-85bb-a6d93456c277 Pools Per Gallon | Chemical Efficiency 00:00 - Intro

02:18 - Housekeeping: WU class 3611 at the Int'l Show, and swimacrossamerica.org/goto/orenda.

04:55 - The Orenda Philosophy

07:38 - Algaecides (except chlorine) leave behind long-term byproducts that will eventually conflict with chlorine

11:33 - Pools per gallon, starting with Orenda products

11:56 - CV-600/700 pools per gallon

15:45 - PR-10,000 pools per gallon

18:27 - CE-Clarifier pools per gallon

21:05 - SC-1000 pools per gallon

22:06 - Acid pools per gallon

24:47 - Changes to acid dosing in the 3.0 Orenda Calculator

26:04 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 10 Aug 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/pools-per-gallon-f5rn7zAU 00:00 - Intro

02:18 - Housekeeping: WU class 3611 at the Int'l Show, and swimacrossamerica.org/goto/orenda.

04:55 - The Orenda Philosophy

07:38 - Algaecides (except chlorine) leave behind long-term byproducts that will eventually conflict with chlorine

11:33 - Pools per gallon, starting with Orenda products

11:56 - CV-600/700 pools per gallon

15:45 - PR-10,000 pools per gallon

18:27 - CE-Clarifier pools per gallon

21:05 - SC-1000 pools per gallon

22:06 - Acid pools per gallon

24:47 - Changes to acid dosing in the 3.0 Orenda Calculator

26:04 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Pools Per Gallon | Chemical Efficiency Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:26:56 Jarred and Eric talk about maximizing chemical efficiency, using the fewest chemicals possible, and having the purest, cleanest water possible with the least in it. Jarred and Eric talk about maximizing chemical efficiency, using the fewest chemicals possible, and having the purest, cleanest water possible with the least in it. pools per gallon, orenda doses, acid efficiency, orenda chemicals, pool chemical efficiency, swimming pools, chlorine efficiency, pool chemicals false full 78 c7c8e2f4-b333-4244-a9d2-7447d4e236be Understanding Borates 00:00 - Another long intro, reminding listeners about Swim Across America, and WU C3611 at the Int'l Pool & Spa show in Vegas this November.

03:34 - Orenda is neither pro-borate, nor anti-borate. We don't find them necessary, but we don't criticize those who use them responsibly either.

05:41 - Never exceed 50 ppm borate in your water, for toxicity reasons.

07:46 - What are borates?

08:49 - Bicarbonate/carbonate alkalinity and its pKa value of 6.14 pH.

09:52 - Boric acid/Borate and its pKa value of 9.2 pH.

11:22 - Borates buffer against the rise in pH by taking a hydroxyl ion (OH-). This is the opposite of what bicarbonate alkalinity does.

13:05 - Borate algaestat claims

13:52 - Borate water clarity claims

14:40 - Borate toxicity and availabiliy in California

15:40 - Use properly labeled products for their intended use

17:15 - Why borates are in the Orenda App? They impact the LSI.

18:10 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 3 Aug 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/understanding-borates-syk1hUZX 00:00 - Another long intro, reminding listeners about Swim Across America, and WU C3611 at the Int'l Pool & Spa show in Vegas this November.

03:34 - Orenda is neither pro-borate, nor anti-borate. We don't find them necessary, but we don't criticize those who use them responsibly either.

05:41 - Never exceed 50 ppm borate in your water, for toxicity reasons.

07:46 - What are borates?

08:49 - Bicarbonate/carbonate alkalinity and its pKa value of 6.14 pH.

09:52 - Boric acid/Borate and its pKa value of 9.2 pH.

11:22 - Borates buffer against the rise in pH by taking a hydroxyl ion (OH-). This is the opposite of what bicarbonate alkalinity does.

13:05 - Borate algaestat claims

13:52 - Borate water clarity claims

14:40 - Borate toxicity and availabiliy in California

15:40 - Use properly labeled products for their intended use

17:15 - Why borates are in the Orenda App? They impact the LSI.

18:10 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Understanding Borates Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:18:34 The Orenda App 3.0 includes borates as an option on the Orenda Calculator. Eric and Jarred dive deep into borate chemistry, and how borates buffer pH, impact other chemistries, and how they impact the LSI. This episode contains nerdy talk. The Orenda App 3.0 includes borates as an option on the Orenda Calculator. Eric and Jarred dive deep into borate chemistry, and how borates buffer pH, impact other chemistries, and how they impact the LSI. This episode contains nerdy talk. alkalinity and borate, borates and lsi, borates in pools, pool chemistry, borate, cyanuric acid, ph buffering, swimming pools, boric acid false full 77 780c550b-f983-4735-a678-2782f686fd98 Can't hold chlorine for a week? 00:00 - An extra-long intro, complete with Jarred's new microphone and some housekeeping topics.

06:39 - There's a difference between using chlorine and losing chlorine.

09:01 - With CYA in the water, pH does not control chlorine strength, but at a high enough pH, OCl- breaks away from CYA and can be lost to sunlight.

11:42 - Chlorine demand is both the sanitizer demand and oxidant demand. Let's start with the sanitizer demand.

13:29 - Oxidant demand, starting with metals

15:35 - Nitrogen compounds

23:47 - Non-living organics

28:38 - Are you being proactive?

30:44 - Jarred's closing

 

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]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/cant-hold-chlorine-for-a-week-Y4Ha57R_ 00:00 - An extra-long intro, complete with Jarred's new microphone and some housekeeping topics.

06:39 - There's a difference between using chlorine and losing chlorine.

09:01 - With CYA in the water, pH does not control chlorine strength, but at a high enough pH, OCl- breaks away from CYA and can be lost to sunlight.

11:42 - Chlorine demand is both the sanitizer demand and oxidant demand. Let's start with the sanitizer demand.

13:29 - Oxidant demand, starting with metals

15:35 - Nitrogen compounds

23:47 - Non-living organics

28:38 - Are you being proactive?

30:44 - Jarred's closing

 

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]]> Can't hold chlorine for a week? Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:32:04 If you're struggling to hold a chlorine reading after 7 days, this episode is for you. Most pools use 1 to 1.5 ppm of chlorine each day, but Eric and Jarred discuss what could be causing you to lose chlorine faster. If you're struggling to hold a chlorine reading after 7 days, this episode is for you. Most pools use 1 to 1.5 ppm of chlorine each day, but Eric and Jarred discuss what could be causing you to lose chlorine faster. pool chlorine, chlorine demand, non-living organics, oxidant demand, chlorine loss, pool chemistry, cyanuric acid, swimming pools, pool contamination false full 76 30cf4baf-d263-43c9-804e-e0ed37b2b893 Why are LSI and chemical dosing results different in Orenda 3.0? 00:00 - Intro

00:44 - Orenda 3.0 features new, improved formulas. Most of the update was about improving the formulas.

01:43 - The LSI reference chart is the basis for most LSI calculators.

02:52 - The old Orenda app extrapolated within the LSI dosing chart to be more accurate.

04:39 - The new Orenda calculator is more true to the Saturation Index, and that's why the LSI results will be slightly different than before. They are more precise now.

05:53 - Dosing calculator formula upgrades

07:20 - You can now select your preferred acid and chlorine types

08:26 - Dry chemicals are by weight, liquids are by volume. This is because dry chemicals of the same volume can have different weights.

09:40 - Use a graduated dry pool chemical scoop that shows you different lines for what one pound of each chemical is in volume.

09:59 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

 

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]]> Wed, 20 Jul 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/lsi-and-chemical-dosing-results-different-in-orenda-app-9LsCZYDv 00:00 - Intro

00:44 - Orenda 3.0 features new, improved formulas. Most of the update was about improving the formulas.

01:43 - The LSI reference chart is the basis for most LSI calculators.

02:52 - The old Orenda app extrapolated within the LSI dosing chart to be more accurate.

04:39 - The new Orenda calculator is more true to the Saturation Index, and that's why the LSI results will be slightly different than before. They are more precise now.

05:53 - Dosing calculator formula upgrades

07:20 - You can now select your preferred acid and chlorine types

08:26 - Dry chemicals are by weight, liquids are by volume. This is because dry chemicals of the same volume can have different weights.

09:40 - Use a graduated dry pool chemical scoop that shows you different lines for what one pound of each chemical is in volume.

09:59 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

 

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]]> Why are LSI and chemical dosing results different in Orenda 3.0? Eric Knight 00:11:05 The LSI and chemical dosing results in the Orenda Calculator (version 3.0) are different than before. And they're different from other apps and dosing charts. Eric explains why. The LSI and chemical dosing results in the Orenda Calculator (version 3.0) are different than before. And they're different from other apps and dosing charts. Eric explains why. orenda calculator, pool chemistry, orenda lsi, lsi calculator, orenda app, swimming pools, pool lsi, pool chemical dosing false full 75 08bce17d-afa5-40b4-b7fa-ed022c5b8177 App Feedback and RIP Startup Barrel Platform 00:00 - Intro

01:53 - Our annual meeting made light of some costly mistakes

02:13 - The two mistakes to explain are the premature Orenda 3.0 release and the Startup Barrel Platform

03:24 - Without customer feedback, we could not have found the bugs as quickly as we have. Your feedback is incredibly valuable!

07:13 - We are discontinuing the Startup Barrel Platform

07:27 - Giving credit where credit is due: Lupe, Dave, Dave, Molinari Pools, and PurAqua

10:16 - The platform became cost prohibitive, and even if we wanted to make more, we cannot reliably get the parts

12:27 - Too much of the platform was out of our control, and it is officially discontinued

12:57 - Summary. Thanks for listening, and thanks for your patience with Orenda and our mistakes.

 

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]]> Mon, 18 Jul 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/app-feedback-rip-startup-platform-hRKAoIbd 00:00 - Intro

01:53 - Our annual meeting made light of some costly mistakes

02:13 - The two mistakes to explain are the premature Orenda 3.0 release and the Startup Barrel Platform

03:24 - Without customer feedback, we could not have found the bugs as quickly as we have. Your feedback is incredibly valuable!

07:13 - We are discontinuing the Startup Barrel Platform

07:27 - Giving credit where credit is due: Lupe, Dave, Dave, Molinari Pools, and PurAqua

10:16 - The platform became cost prohibitive, and even if we wanted to make more, we cannot reliably get the parts

12:27 - Too much of the platform was out of our control, and it is officially discontinued

12:57 - Summary. Thanks for listening, and thanks for your patience with Orenda and our mistakes.

 

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]]> App Feedback and RIP Startup Barrel Platform Eric Knight 00:14:39 Eric takes personal responsibility for the bugs in the Orenda 3.0 app release, and explains why Orenda has discontinued the Startup Barrel Platform. Eric takes personal responsibility for the bugs in the Orenda 3.0 app release, and explains why Orenda has discontinued the Startup Barrel Platform. orenda startup, personal responsibility for mistakes, orenda app, orenda startup barrel platform false full 74 09608194-e2ae-46b7-8ed0-40f461739977 Orenda 3.0 | The new Orenda App Update 00:00 - Intro

02:14 - Our audience is becoming massive

02:43 - We built this app as an investment in you. Paying it forward to help the industry and every pool owner

06:01 - We make our money on selling chemicals, but this calculator is for everyone, whether you buy our chemicals or not

06:36 - We insisted on this calculator being the most accurate pool calculator in the world

08:28 - Borate is now included in the LSI calculator

12:30 - New secondary readings

15:28 - The Mac-daddy of features: future alkalinity

17:29 - New toggles to select the type of chlorine(s) and acid you use

19:54 - Three versions of the app: Android, iOS and now the web calculator.

22:16 - The user survey when you first open the app is completely anonymous, and it helps us cater the app to our users.

26:16 - Summary...and Jarred's attempted coup-de-tat. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 13 Jul 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/orenda-app-update-3-tlU_tNbX 00:00 - Intro

02:14 - Our audience is becoming massive

02:43 - We built this app as an investment in you. Paying it forward to help the industry and every pool owner

06:01 - We make our money on selling chemicals, but this calculator is for everyone, whether you buy our chemicals or not

06:36 - We insisted on this calculator being the most accurate pool calculator in the world

08:28 - Borate is now included in the LSI calculator

12:30 - New secondary readings

15:28 - The Mac-daddy of features: future alkalinity

17:29 - New toggles to select the type of chlorine(s) and acid you use

19:54 - Three versions of the app: Android, iOS and now the web calculator.

22:16 - The user survey when you first open the app is completely anonymous, and it helps us cater the app to our users.

26:16 - Summary...and Jarred's attempted coup-de-tat. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Orenda 3.0 | The new Orenda App Update Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight 00:27:31 We have just released a major update to the Orenda App. Version 3.0 features some major changes including improved formulas, more chemistry read-outs, predictive alkalinity and pH ceiling, and much more. We have just released a major update to the Orenda App. Version 3.0 features some major changes including improved formulas, more chemistry read-outs, predictive alkalinity and pH ceiling, and much more. orenda calculator, pool chemical dosing calculator, pool calculator, pool chemistry calculator, lsi calculator, orenda app false full 73 873d3916-99bd-4438-a33e-59a04e0ba5d6 ask.orendatech.com | The Orenda Help Center 00:00 - Intro

00:36 - The URL is ask.orendatech.com

01:55 - We get a ton of phone calls, and most of them are questions we get every week.

02:35 - Don't see your question answered? Submit your question at the top of the web page.

04:04 - Jarred asks a question we actually haven't yet answered, and shows how to submit a question.

08:12 - The help center can be found from anywhere on our website, using a link in both the header menu and the footer of each page.

08:29 - Summary - thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 6 Jul 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/orenda-help-center-ZkfuC8c8 00:00 - Intro

00:36 - The URL is ask.orendatech.com

01:55 - We get a ton of phone calls, and most of them are questions we get every week.

02:35 - Don't see your question answered? Submit your question at the top of the web page.

04:04 - Jarred asks a question we actually haven't yet answered, and shows how to submit a question.

08:12 - The help center can be found from anywhere on our website, using a link in both the header menu and the footer of each page.

08:29 - Summary - thanks for listening!

 

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]]> ask.orendatech.com | The Orenda Help Center Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight 00:09:27 Orenda has a new help center, ask.orendatech.com. In this second-shortest-episode-yet, Eric and Jarred explain what the help center is, why it exists, and how to navigate it. Want answers fast? Try the help center first. Orenda has a new help center, ask.orendatech.com. In this second-shortest-episode-yet, Eric and Jarred explain what the help center is, why it exists, and how to navigate it. Want answers fast? Try the help center first. help center, orenda faq, pool chemistry faq, knowledge base, orenda help false full 72 223a8c48-438b-47fd-a247-c49ac4970702 Different Types of Phosphates 00:00 - Intro

01:42 - Orthophosphates (PO4) are the building block of phosphate compounds

03:58 - Inorganic phosphate types

05:07 - If PR-10,000 clouds, you are watching it remove phosphates from water

05:48 - Tests can be decieving, and inaccurate. And they only measure orthophosphates.

07:52 - When PR-10,000 reduces less than expected, it removed phosphates that did not show up on your test kit

08:54 - Try to avoid chemical conflicts 

10:21 - Phosphates in drinking water

11:59 - Jarred gets to do the outro. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Fri, 1 Jul 2022 20:10:56 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/different-types-of-phosphates-1mnTVyRz 00:00 - Intro

01:42 - Orthophosphates (PO4) are the building block of phosphate compounds

03:58 - Inorganic phosphate types

05:07 - If PR-10,000 clouds, you are watching it remove phosphates from water

05:48 - Tests can be decieving, and inaccurate. And they only measure orthophosphates.

07:52 - When PR-10,000 reduces less than expected, it removed phosphates that did not show up on your test kit

08:54 - Try to avoid chemical conflicts 

10:21 - Phosphates in drinking water

11:59 - Jarred gets to do the outro. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Different Types of Phosphates Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight 00:13:04 Phosphates in pools are measured using test kits that measure Orthophosphates. But there are many other phosphate compounds that use orthophosphates as building blocks, but won't show up on the test kit. Eric and Jarred talk about various types of phosphates found in swimming pools. Phosphates in pools are measured using test kits that measure Orthophosphates. But there are many other phosphate compounds that use orthophosphates as building blocks, but won't show up on the test kit. Eric and Jarred talk about various types of phosphates found in swimming pools. orthophosphate, inorganic phosphates, organophosphate, phosphates in pool, phosphate remover, phosphates false full 71 146a242d-3a0b-49b0-b48b-53da5d162d73 CYA, Water Temperature, and Chlorine Loss 00:00 - Intro

01:03 - There's a difference between using chlorine and losing chlorine

02:11 - Chlorinate and cross your fingers

03:59 - Does warmer weather really mean you need more CYA to protect chlorine from more intense sunlight?

08:49 - CYA's other impacts

09:43 - High pH actually does increase chlorine loss, because OCl- dissociates from CYA in higher pH water

12:07 - Jarred did not read all five bullet points in our extensive show notes

13:53 - Low-energy Jarred summarizes for the fans

14:32 - Summary - Thanks for listening! And check out our brand new Help Center: ask.orendatech.com

 

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]]> Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/cya-temperature-chlorine-loss-NdxX1T1u 00:00 - Intro

01:03 - There's a difference between using chlorine and losing chlorine

02:11 - Chlorinate and cross your fingers

03:59 - Does warmer weather really mean you need more CYA to protect chlorine from more intense sunlight?

08:49 - CYA's other impacts

09:43 - High pH actually does increase chlorine loss, because OCl- dissociates from CYA in higher pH water

12:07 - Jarred did not read all five bullet points in our extensive show notes

13:53 - Low-energy Jarred summarizes for the fans

14:32 - Summary - Thanks for listening! And check out our brand new Help Center: ask.orendatech.com

 

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]]> CYA, Water Temperature, and Chlorine Loss Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight 00:15:50 Warmer weather means chlorine does not last as long in the pool. But is it because more chlorine is lost to sunlight? Do you need more CYA? Or is something else at play? Eric and Jarred dive in deep on the truth about Cyanuric Acid and where chlorine is really going. Warmer weather means chlorine does not last as long in the pool. But is it because more chlorine is lost to sunlight? Do you need more CYA? Or is something else at play? Eric and Jarred dive in deep on the truth about Cyanuric Acid and where chlorine is really going. protect chlorine, high ph and chlorine loss, chlorine loss, cyanuric acid, cya and hot water false full 70 a6aa6ef7-dd3d-4e6d-81b9-b53eed2860ba Why Orenda's Advice sometimes Conflicts with Industry Standards, Textbooks and Pool Stores 00:00 - Intro

01:51 - Not all of our advice conflicts with industry standards and texbooks. We just don't believe in the dogma of range chemistry.

02:56 - What is range chemistry?

04:31 - Water never read the textbook. Just like Jarred.

07:07 - Why are people more concerned with scale than etching?

08:39 - Aggressive water looks good. Just like Jarred.

16:08 - Being blind to the LSI is expensive, and it means you're going to fight your water to conform to ranges it doesn't want to conform to.

19:09 - Chasing pH is not profitable, nor is it beneficial for the pool.

21:07 - Be proactive and Rule Your Pool. Regardless of what the pool store's software says, because it's based on range chemistry. You can be focused on the LSI, which reigns supreme.

23:22 - Jarred's summary: we teach this way because it helps you treat water the way water wants to be treated.

23:50 - Eric's summary: Prescription without diagnosis is called malpractice. (Jarred's summary was better).

 

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]]> Wed, 15 Jun 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/why-orenda-advice-conflicts-with-industry-standards-N6UStEuy 00:00 - Intro

01:51 - Not all of our advice conflicts with industry standards and texbooks. We just don't believe in the dogma of range chemistry.

02:56 - What is range chemistry?

04:31 - Water never read the textbook. Just like Jarred.

07:07 - Why are people more concerned with scale than etching?

08:39 - Aggressive water looks good. Just like Jarred.

16:08 - Being blind to the LSI is expensive, and it means you're going to fight your water to conform to ranges it doesn't want to conform to.

19:09 - Chasing pH is not profitable, nor is it beneficial for the pool.

21:07 - Be proactive and Rule Your Pool. Regardless of what the pool store's software says, because it's based on range chemistry. You can be focused on the LSI, which reigns supreme.

23:22 - Jarred's summary: we teach this way because it helps you treat water the way water wants to be treated.

23:50 - Eric's summary: Prescription without diagnosis is called malpractice. (Jarred's summary was better).

 

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]]> Why Orenda's Advice sometimes Conflicts with Industry Standards, Textbooks and Pool Stores Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:25:48 Orenda's teachings are often contrarian to industry standards, textbooks and pool stores. In this episode, Jarred and Eric explain why that is. No apologies offered. Orenda's teachings are often contrarian to industry standards, textbooks and pool stores. In this episode, Jarred and Eric explain why that is. No apologies offered. swimming pool industry, pool store, range chemistry, pool chemistry, lsi, langelier saturation index false full 69 c3375047-cc9b-4961-8085-81f9777f3c25 How to use SPA-500 00:00 - Intro

00:52 - What is SPA-500?

02:50 - How to use SPA-500

04:41 - Recap

05:51 - Closing the shortest episode we've ever done. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 8 Jun 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-use-spa-500-y5nsICFg 00:00 - Intro

00:52 - What is SPA-500?

02:50 - How to use SPA-500

04:41 - Recap

05:51 - Closing the shortest episode we've ever done. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> How to use SPA-500 Eric Knight 00:07:12 In the shortest, most cogent podcast episode yet, Eric explains Orenda's pre-drain spa scrub, SPA-500. In the shortest, most cogent podcast episode yet, Eric explains Orenda's pre-drain spa scrub, SPA-500. hot tub chemical, orenda spa, hot tub cleaner, clean a hot tub, orenda hot tub, clean hot tub plumbing, spa-500 false full 68 df7cec3a-b82b-4c5d-ba17-da7cfb8d56c4 How to use CE-Clarifier 00:00 - Intro

00:27 - What is a clarifier?

01:28 - What is chitosan?

04:38 - What does CE-Clarifier do?

06:08 - How to use CE-Clarifier

09:23 - Frequently asked questions

11:49 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 1 Jun 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-use-ce-clarifier-_z7bDE9W 00:00 - Intro

00:27 - What is a clarifier?

01:28 - What is chitosan?

04:38 - What does CE-Clarifier do?

06:08 - How to use CE-Clarifier

09:23 - Frequently asked questions

11:49 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> How to use CE-Clarifier Eric Knight 00:13:30 Eric walks through what a clarifier is, what chitosan is, and how they work in water. Then how to use CE-Clarifier and frequently asked questions. You know, all the boring stuff about our products. But hey, maybe this podcast will mean we can repeat ourselves less on the phone, so we've got that going for us. Eric walks through what a clarifier is, what chitosan is, and how they work in water. Then how to use CE-Clarifier and frequently asked questions. You know, all the boring stuff about our products. But hey, maybe this podcast will mean we can repeat ourselves less on the phone, so we've got that going for us. water clarifier, ce-clarifier, chitosan clarifier, pool clarifier, how to use orenda, chitosan false full 67 5d4bb569-7105-475d-bab8-e637ab790651 How to use CV-600 and CV-700 Enzymes 00:00 - Intro

00:58 - What is an enzyme?

03:28 - Enzymes vs. sunscreen

05:54 - How to use CV-600 and CV-700

08:29 - Enzyme dosing

10:47 - Differences between CV-600 and CV-700

12:44 - FAQs

15:11 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 25 May 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-use-cv-600-and-cv-700-enzymes-KaPSi_YV 00:00 - Intro

00:58 - What is an enzyme?

03:28 - Enzymes vs. sunscreen

05:54 - How to use CV-600 and CV-700

08:29 - Enzyme dosing

10:47 - Differences between CV-600 and CV-700

12:44 - FAQs

15:11 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> How to use CV-600 and CV-700 Enzymes Eric Knight 00:16:24 This episode explains CV-600 and CV-700 enzymes, how enzymes work, and how to use them. Then Eric goes through the boring process of answering FAQs in a manner that one of those text-reading robots on YouTube could do (except the robot would do it better). This episode explains CV-600 and CV-700 enzymes, how enzymes work, and how to use them. Then Eric goes through the boring process of answering FAQs in a manner that one of those text-reading robots on YouTube could do (except the robot would do it better). how to use enzymes in a swimming pool, reduce chlorine, chlorine demand, swimming pool chemistry, orenda enzymes, oxidant demand, chlorine savings false full 66 d5dcbe54-f3a9-4851-b2d8-a300f77a1841 How to use SC-1000 Scale & Metal Control 00:00 - Intro

01:56 - What is a sequestering agent?

05:55 - What is a chelating agent?

08:09 - How to use SC-1000

09:14 - We are not in the stain-removal business. But SC-1000 can help soften and remove scale.

12:49 - SC-1000 considerations to be aware of. First, water temperature matters.

14:27 - Second consideration: SC-1000 wipes out chlorine until it can do its job.

16:32 - SC-1000 is biodegradable, but that requires bacteria that cannot survive in a swimming pool. So it has staying power.

17:33 - Frequently asked questions about SC-1000

19:24 - Wrap up, summary, and thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 18 May 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-use-sc-1000-scale-metal-control-vetrvtdY 00:00 - Intro

01:56 - What is a sequestering agent?

05:55 - What is a chelating agent?

08:09 - How to use SC-1000

09:14 - We are not in the stain-removal business. But SC-1000 can help soften and remove scale.

12:49 - SC-1000 considerations to be aware of. First, water temperature matters.

14:27 - Second consideration: SC-1000 wipes out chlorine until it can do its job.

16:32 - SC-1000 is biodegradable, but that requires bacteria that cannot survive in a swimming pool. So it has staying power.

17:33 - Frequently asked questions about SC-1000

19:24 - Wrap up, summary, and thanks for listening!

 

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]]> How to use SC-1000 Scale & Metal Control Eric Knight 00:21:27 Eric explains How to use SC-1000, what it does, and how it's different from a sequestering agent. He also touches on frequently asked questions about SC-1000. Eric explains How to use SC-1000, what it does, and how it's different from a sequestering agent. He also touches on frequently asked questions about SC-1000. orenda sc-1000, sc 1000, stain inhibitor, chelate calcium, scale inhibitor, chelating agent, sc-1000, dissolve calcium false full 65 96d67389-f34a-4682-9d60-e719b35b3db4 How to use PR-10,000 Phosphate Remover 00:00 - Intro

00:58 - What is PR-10,000?

01:32 - What does PR-10,000 do in the water?

04:26 - Heavy doses of PR-10,000 are easier when using enzymes, because oils and organics can stick to the dust fallout and make it more difficult to clear the water.

05:31 - How to add PR-10,000

07:07 - Higher doses (special doses) of PR-10,000

10:45 - Frequently Asked Questions

14:57 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 11 May 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-use-pr-10-000-phosphate-remover-qnX8TpfB 00:00 - Intro

00:58 - What is PR-10,000?

01:32 - What does PR-10,000 do in the water?

04:26 - Heavy doses of PR-10,000 are easier when using enzymes, because oils and organics can stick to the dust fallout and make it more difficult to clear the water.

05:31 - How to add PR-10,000

07:07 - Higher doses (special doses) of PR-10,000

10:45 - Frequently Asked Questions

14:57 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> How to use PR-10,000 Phosphate Remover Eric Knight 00:16:21 Due to popular request by our listeners, Eric explains what PR-10,000 is, how to use it, and answers frequently asked questions about it. PR-10,000 is Orenda's concentrated phosphate remover product. Due to popular request by our listeners, Eric explains what PR-10,000 is, how to use it, and answers frequently asked questions about it. PR-10,000 is Orenda's concentrated phosphate remover product. how to use orenda products, reduce phosphates, orenda phosphate remover, phosphates in pool, phosphate remover, phosphates, pr 10000, pr-10000 false full 64 309335c3-aae9-4768-b894-18805f38f555 How to do an Orenda Purge, and Why 00:00 - Intro

01:23 - What is an Orenda purge? It is a deliberately strong initial dose of enzymes and phosphate remover (and sometimes chelant) to reset your water. It gives your water the most reduced chlorine demand possible.

03:58 - The entire purpose of an Orenda Purge is remove chlorine-resistant contaminants. 

07:45 - SC-1000 chelates metals and prevents oxidation and staining, but most pools do not need it every year. It will stay in for a very long time.

09:00 - PR-10,000 is a fast-acting, one-and-done product. It leaves behind no residual. And it works very well in tandem with enzymes.

10:42 - Every Orenda purge is based on CV-600 or CV-700 enzymes. Enzymes are the foundation of the purge.

12:51 - Oils and organics float, while dust falls. So if you are trying to clear the pool after using PR-10,000, use enzymes so that oils do not keep the dust suspended in the water.

17:01 - CV-600/700 and SC-1000 purge doses are the exact same amount: one quart per 10,000 gallons.

21:13 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 4 May 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-do-an-orenda-purge-and-why-Go8LRx44 00:00 - Intro

01:23 - What is an Orenda purge? It is a deliberately strong initial dose of enzymes and phosphate remover (and sometimes chelant) to reset your water. It gives your water the most reduced chlorine demand possible.

03:58 - The entire purpose of an Orenda Purge is remove chlorine-resistant contaminants. 

07:45 - SC-1000 chelates metals and prevents oxidation and staining, but most pools do not need it every year. It will stay in for a very long time.

09:00 - PR-10,000 is a fast-acting, one-and-done product. It leaves behind no residual. And it works very well in tandem with enzymes.

10:42 - Every Orenda purge is based on CV-600 or CV-700 enzymes. Enzymes are the foundation of the purge.

12:51 - Oils and organics float, while dust falls. So if you are trying to clear the pool after using PR-10,000, use enzymes so that oils do not keep the dust suspended in the water.

17:01 - CV-600/700 and SC-1000 purge doses are the exact same amount: one quart per 10,000 gallons.

21:13 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> How to do an Orenda Purge, and Why Eric Knight 00:23:50 By popular request from listeners, we are begrudgingly talking about Orenda products today. Specifically how to purge a pool with CV-600 or CV-700, and others. There will be follow-up episodes for each specific product and how they are used. By popular request from listeners, we are begrudgingly talking about Orenda products today. Specifically how to purge a pool with CV-600 or CV-700, and others. There will be follow-up episodes for each specific product and how they are used. orenda purge, sc 1000, orenda pool, how to clean a pool, enzyme purge, cv 700, green pool, orenda, phosphate remover, orenda chemicals, pr 10000, cv 600, pool enzymes, chelating agent false full 63 76feb408-9f3d-4f32-b81d-cae57e34cae7 How to Adjust Alkalinity 00:00 - Intro

00:58 - To reduce alkalinity, use acid. But there are a few types of acid. And what, exactly, does acid do? It converts alkalinity into carbonic acid (dissolved CO2).

04:17 - The amount of dissolved CO2 in your water determines the pH.

04:36 - Clarifying "carbonate alkalinity" vs. "total alkalinity". 

07:45 - The Orenda App adjusts alkalinity automatically for you when you update the CYA level.

08:45 - How to actually add acid to reduce alkalinity: do not column pour! Dilute dilute dilute.

13:55 - How to deal with tap water with high alkalinity (150+ ppm) or very high alkalinity (200+ ppm).

17:16 - Reduce alkalinity slowly. Do not remove more than 20 ppm at a time. Aim for 10-15 ppm of alkalinity reduction at a time. The more dilution, the better.

18:12 - To reduce risk of 'tanking the pH' while reducing alkalinity, aerate the water. And there are other ways of stirring up the water without circulating it through the system.

20:00 - How to raise alkalinty: Sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) and Sodium carbonate (soda ash). Bicarb is more appropriate for raising alkalinity because it barely raises pH, whereas soda ash will raise the pH significantly for the same alkalinity addition.

23:49 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 27 Apr 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-adjust-alkalinity-kr3wumBQ 00:00 - Intro

00:58 - To reduce alkalinity, use acid. But there are a few types of acid. And what, exactly, does acid do? It converts alkalinity into carbonic acid (dissolved CO2).

04:17 - The amount of dissolved CO2 in your water determines the pH.

04:36 - Clarifying "carbonate alkalinity" vs. "total alkalinity". 

07:45 - The Orenda App adjusts alkalinity automatically for you when you update the CYA level.

08:45 - How to actually add acid to reduce alkalinity: do not column pour! Dilute dilute dilute.

13:55 - How to deal with tap water with high alkalinity (150+ ppm) or very high alkalinity (200+ ppm).

17:16 - Reduce alkalinity slowly. Do not remove more than 20 ppm at a time. Aim for 10-15 ppm of alkalinity reduction at a time. The more dilution, the better.

18:12 - To reduce risk of 'tanking the pH' while reducing alkalinity, aerate the water. And there are other ways of stirring up the water without circulating it through the system.

20:00 - How to raise alkalinty: Sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) and Sodium carbonate (soda ash). Bicarb is more appropriate for raising alkalinity because it barely raises pH, whereas soda ash will raise the pH significantly for the same alkalinity addition.

23:49 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> How to Adjust Alkalinity Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:26:32 Eric and Jarred talk about Alkalinity in this episode. They distinguish between carbonate and corrected alkalinity vs. total alkalinity, and how to adjust them. Sure, there are some rabbit holes they go down, but Jarred masterfully guides the conversation back on track. Eric and Jarred talk about Alkalinity in this episode. They distinguish between carbonate and corrected alkalinity vs. total alkalinity, and how to adjust them. Sure, there are some rabbit holes they go down, but Jarred masterfully guides the conversation back on track. increase alkalinity, reduce alkalinity, total alkalinity, sodium bicarbonate, sodium bicarb, swimming pool acid, soda ash, lower alkalinity, carbonate alkalinity, raise alkalinity, adjust alkalinity, alkalinity false full 62 4f436202-3931-46e4-a361-94f96b1ee0ef Swim Across America (w/ Rob Butcher) Swim Across America | Team Orenda: https://www.swimacrossamerica.org/goto/orenda


00:00 - Intro

01:23 -  Introducing Rob Butcher, the CEO of Swim Across America

02:02 - Who is Swim Across America? 2022 is the 35th anniversary of SAA.

05:52 - The boat for the original swim sank, and it's still on the bottom of the Long Island sound.

10:06 - Fighting cancer is personal to Rob.

12:32 - The first Intermission in RYP Podcast history. We hereby invite you to join our team.

16:26 - The energy of a SAA swim is incredible.

19:29 - When SAA makes a gift to a cancer institution or hospital, SAA has a scientific and medical board who helps decide where best to allocate those funds. In particular, patient research for experimental, cutting edge treatments.

29:39 - Olympic swimmers show up at almost every swim, and they volunteer their time to be there. In fact, they pay to swim and help raise money.

31:49 - We lost an employee last week, Kelly. We want to honor her and she is already sorely missed. She kept our business running and made sure we were able to ship on time, even during the supply chain chaos of COVID. By the time she found out she had cancer, it was too late. It had already spread everywhere.

 36:10 - SAA is directly in our industry. The pool industry is predicated on the fact that people need to learn how to swim. It's a life skill.

37:26 - Not many people in the industry were competitive swimmers. But you don't have to be a swimmer to be a part of this. You can volunteer, donate, and tell others about it. We'll swim on your behalf.

Join your own event, or join our team. It's 100% tax deductible. Thank you for listening!

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]]> Wed, 20 Apr 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Rob Butcher, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/swim-across-america-with-rob-butcher-XrBKF8LY Swim Across America | Team Orenda: https://www.swimacrossamerica.org/goto/orenda


00:00 - Intro

01:23 -  Introducing Rob Butcher, the CEO of Swim Across America

02:02 - Who is Swim Across America? 2022 is the 35th anniversary of SAA.

05:52 - The boat for the original swim sank, and it's still on the bottom of the Long Island sound.

10:06 - Fighting cancer is personal to Rob.

12:32 - The first Intermission in RYP Podcast history. We hereby invite you to join our team.

16:26 - The energy of a SAA swim is incredible.

19:29 - When SAA makes a gift to a cancer institution or hospital, SAA has a scientific and medical board who helps decide where best to allocate those funds. In particular, patient research for experimental, cutting edge treatments.

29:39 - Olympic swimmers show up at almost every swim, and they volunteer their time to be there. In fact, they pay to swim and help raise money.

31:49 - We lost an employee last week, Kelly. We want to honor her and she is already sorely missed. She kept our business running and made sure we were able to ship on time, even during the supply chain chaos of COVID. By the time she found out she had cancer, it was too late. It had already spread everywhere.

 36:10 - SAA is directly in our industry. The pool industry is predicated on the fact that people need to learn how to swim. It's a life skill.

37:26 - Not many people in the industry were competitive swimmers. But you don't have to be a swimmer to be a part of this. You can volunteer, donate, and tell others about it. We'll swim on your behalf.

Join your own event, or join our team. It's 100% tax deductible. Thank you for listening!

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]]> Swim Across America (w/ Rob Butcher) Rob Butcher, Eric Knight 00:40:15 There has been a hole in our hearts at Orenda for the past week. We lost an employee to cancer. Kelly was diagnosed only about 7 or 8 weeks prior to her passing away. We felt it appropriate to introduce a charity that we are personally involved in: Swim Across America. Today's episode is with the CEO of Swim Across America, Rob Butcher. He explains what they do and how you can make a difference in cutting-edge research for experimental cancer treatments nationwide. As a bonus, Eric challenges the Rule Your Pool audience to a fundraising target. Not one penny goes to Orenda, it all goes to SAA. If the fundraising target is met, Jarred himself will be swimming in the lake with Eric and Miguel. And we will be swimming on your behalf. But of course, you're welcome to join us. Donate here: https://www.swimacrossamerica.org/goto/orenda There has been a hole in our hearts at Orenda for the past week. We lost an employee to cancer. Kelly was diagnosed only about 7 or 8 weeks prior to her passing away. We felt it appropriate to introduce a charity that we are personally involved in: Swim Across America. Today's episode is with the CEO of Swim Across America, Rob Butcher. He explains what they do and how you can make a difference in cutting-edge research for experimental cancer treatments nationwide. As a bonus, Eric challenges the Rule Your Pool audience to a fundraising target. Not one penny goes to Orenda, it all goes to SAA. If the fundraising target is met, Jarred himself will be swimming in the lake with Eric and Miguel. And we will be swimming on your behalf. But of course, you're welcome to join us. Donate here: https://www.swimacrossamerica.org/goto/orenda fight cancer, waves to fight cancer, cancer research, charity swim, orenda swim, orenda swimming, swim across america, open water swim false full 61 4efb63b0-d2f9-45fb-9dce-4af019725d6f Spring Cleaning 00:00 - Intro

02:01 - Two categories to talk about: year-round uncovered pools, and pools that were closed/covered/winterized.

09:57 - What should be done first? Remove debris.

13:32 - What sequence of operations should you follow? In what order?

17:35 - One-stop openings are more challenging, but still doable.

18:13 - Have mercy on your pool company. It's beyond hectic.

24:00 - SC-1000 throws a wrench in the opening process because it wipes out chlorine. When should you add it?

29:20 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 6 Apr 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/spring-cleaning-6KqK53B4 00:00 - Intro

02:01 - Two categories to talk about: year-round uncovered pools, and pools that were closed/covered/winterized.

09:57 - What should be done first? Remove debris.

13:32 - What sequence of operations should you follow? In what order?

17:35 - One-stop openings are more challenging, but still doable.

18:13 - Have mercy on your pool company. It's beyond hectic.

24:00 - SC-1000 throws a wrench in the opening process because it wipes out chlorine. When should you add it?

29:20 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Spring Cleaning Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:30:59 Jarred hosts this episode about how to clean pools after opening them in the spring. He and Eric talk about pools that were winterized, and those that are open year-round, and different things to consider when physically and chemically cleaning pools. Jarred hosts this episode about how to clean pools after opening them in the spring. He and Eric talk about pools that were winterized, and those that are open year-round, and different things to consider when physically and chemically cleaning pools. backyard pool, spring openings, how to clean a swimming pool, pollen in pool, swimming pool, pool winterization, opening a swimming pool false full 60 8e1bdac6-6bd5-4ea5-9ced-35f073140aa0 How to Implement the Orenda Program 00:00 - Intro

03:12 - What is the Orenda Program? It's a philosophy, not a list of products.

04:45 - The history of Orenda

10:42 - It's never profitable to be reactive. Being proactive is much better.

12:42 - No chemical conflicts

21:05 - No long-term byproducts left behind

26:19 - What is an Orenda pool? What does that mean?

27:54 - Ten Steps to implement the Orenda Program

35:52 - Recap of steps 1-3: dilute as needed, establish higher calcium hardness and reduced total alkalinity levels.

36:19 - Steps 4-6: Purging with Orenda products

41:50 - Steps 7-10: Clean the pool, balance the LSI, chlorinate

46:30 - Jarred's summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 30 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-implement-the-orenda-program-3Skjrr9y 00:00 - Intro

03:12 - What is the Orenda Program? It's a philosophy, not a list of products.

04:45 - The history of Orenda

10:42 - It's never profitable to be reactive. Being proactive is much better.

12:42 - No chemical conflicts

21:05 - No long-term byproducts left behind

26:19 - What is an Orenda pool? What does that mean?

27:54 - Ten Steps to implement the Orenda Program

35:52 - Recap of steps 1-3: dilute as needed, establish higher calcium hardness and reduced total alkalinity levels.

36:19 - Steps 4-6: Purging with Orenda products

41:50 - Steps 7-10: Clean the pool, balance the LSI, chlorinate

46:30 - Jarred's summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> How to Implement the Orenda Program Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:48:57 Eric and Jarred, for the first time on this podcast, talk about Orenda. Specifically the Orenda philosophy, and the 10 step process for implementing the Orenda program. If you want an Orenda Pool, this episode explains what that entails. Eric and Jarred, for the first time on this podcast, talk about Orenda. Specifically the Orenda philosophy, and the 10 step process for implementing the Orenda program. If you want an Orenda Pool, this episode explains what that entails. orenda pool, proactive pool care, water chemistry, orenda, orenda program, pool chemistry, orenda technologies, swimming pool, prevent pool problems false full 59 8ce81a3d-a7fb-40c4-8767-e4c110db9d64 What Causes Calcium Hardness to Change? 00:00 - Intro

01:29 - The amount of calcium carbonate is calcium hardness. How saturated that calcium carbonate is is measured using the LSI.

02:45 - If calcium rises, it's coming from somewhere. If calcium falls, it's going somewhere.

03:21 - What increases calcium hardness?

05:03 - What reduces calcium hardness?

07:02 - Evaporation and accumulation

08:53 - If the calcium seems to move much more than it should, it's probably a faulty test

10:16 - Two-breath recap. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 23 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/what-causes-calcium-hardness-to-change-VeAUvwb8 00:00 - Intro

01:29 - The amount of calcium carbonate is calcium hardness. How saturated that calcium carbonate is is measured using the LSI.

02:45 - If calcium rises, it's coming from somewhere. If calcium falls, it's going somewhere.

03:21 - What increases calcium hardness?

05:03 - What reduces calcium hardness?

07:02 - Evaporation and accumulation

08:53 - If the calcium seems to move much more than it should, it's probably a faulty test

10:16 - Two-breath recap. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> What Causes Calcium Hardness to Change? Eric Knight 00:12:42 Eric briefly talks about calcium hardness, and explains how it can rise and fall. In short, if calcium increases, it's coming from somewhere. If calcium decreases, it's going somewhere. Two-breath summary at the end. Eric briefly talks about calcium hardness, and explains how it can rise and fall. In short, if calcium increases, it's coming from somewhere. If calcium decreases, it's going somewhere. Two-breath summary at the end. calcium hardness, what reduces calcium hardness, pool dilution, calcium carbonate, swimming pool chemistry, calcium reducer, calcium increaser, what raises calcium hardness, lsi, swimming pool calcium false full 58 2152fde2-fdab-46bb-8a57-47af2d53e71d How Salt Chlorine Generators Actually Work 00:00 - Intro

01:07 - Giving credit where credit is due

02:25 - Saltwater pools ARE chlorine pools

04:13 - Salt (NaCl) dissolves in water and the sodium (Na) separates from chloride (Cl-). That chloride is what the salt system converts into chlorine

04:43 - What a salt cell is and how it works

08:45 - Electrolysis converts 2Cl into Cl2, and Eric attempts to read through the three chemistry formulas in order...

13:51 - Because Hydrogen gas (H2) does not dissolve, it bubbles off and creates aeration, which leads carbon dioxide (CO2) to also leave, which raises the pH

17:00 - All of this chemistry depends on having enough conductivity in the water

17:49 - Two factors drive conductivity: water temperature and salinity

22:45 - Summary of the episode in just 3 breaths. Thanks for listening!

 

 

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]]> Wed, 16 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/how-salt-chlorine-generators-actually-work-YBfMED1m 00:00 - Intro

01:07 - Giving credit where credit is due

02:25 - Saltwater pools ARE chlorine pools

04:13 - Salt (NaCl) dissolves in water and the sodium (Na) separates from chloride (Cl-). That chloride is what the salt system converts into chlorine

04:43 - What a salt cell is and how it works

08:45 - Electrolysis converts 2Cl into Cl2, and Eric attempts to read through the three chemistry formulas in order...

13:51 - Because Hydrogen gas (H2) does not dissolve, it bubbles off and creates aeration, which leads carbon dioxide (CO2) to also leave, which raises the pH

17:00 - All of this chemistry depends on having enough conductivity in the water

17:49 - Two factors drive conductivity: water temperature and salinity

22:45 - Summary of the episode in just 3 breaths. Thanks for listening!

 

 

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]]> How Salt Chlorine Generators Actually Work Eric Knight 00:26:41 Eric walks through the chemistry created within a salt chlorine generator system. And yes, saltwater pools ARE chlorine pools. Eric also summarizes it all in three long-winded breaths at the end. Eric walks through the chemistry created within a salt chlorine generator system. And yes, saltwater pools ARE chlorine pools. Eric also summarizes it all in three long-winded breaths at the end. electrolysis, saltwater pool chemistry, swg, how salt pools work, salt chlorine generator, how salt cells create chlorine, salt pools, saltwater pool, salt pool, chlorine generation false full 57 3b3649f8-364f-4493-88aa-b8740cfec84c Preparing for Spring Openings in 2022 00:00 - Intro

00:59 - What is 2022 going to look like? What can we expect with the supply chain shortages?

05:10 - What can you do NOW to make openings smoother in a few weeks? 

08:57 - Most pools with mesh covers (or no covers) will have lower calcium and higher pH than they winterized with.

12:55 - A hard reset in the spring is a very good practice. What can you decide to remove from your water?

16:22 - We can start removing phosphates and non-living organics now. Addressing metals will have to wait until the water is warm enough. 

17:50 - A hard reset puts yourself and your customer in the most advantageous position going into the season.

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]]> Wed, 2 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/preparing-for-pool-openings-this-spring-NGwhtjn_ 00:00 - Intro

00:59 - What is 2022 going to look like? What can we expect with the supply chain shortages?

05:10 - What can you do NOW to make openings smoother in a few weeks? 

08:57 - Most pools with mesh covers (or no covers) will have lower calcium and higher pH than they winterized with.

12:55 - A hard reset in the spring is a very good practice. What can you decide to remove from your water?

16:22 - We can start removing phosphates and non-living organics now. Addressing metals will have to wait until the water is warm enough. 

17:50 - A hard reset puts yourself and your customer in the most advantageous position going into the season.

18:36 - Summary - Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Preparing for Spring Openings in 2022 Eric Knight 00:19:37 2022 is full of some of the same challenges we had in 2020 and 2021: material and product shortages, chlorine and acid shortages, and labor shortages. Eric asks questions you should ask yourself, to see if you are prepared for this upcoming summer season. It's coming soon. 2022 is full of some of the same challenges we had in 2020 and 2021: material and product shortages, chlorine and acid shortages, and labor shortages. Eric asks questions you should ask yourself, to see if you are prepared for this upcoming summer season. It's coming soon. uncover pool, orenda, chlorine shortage, opening pools, uncovering pool, acid shortage, how to open a pool false full 56 fe7618ef-0bd8-4e6d-9bcb-77ef7b8831a5 The Power of Standardizing Pool Chemistry and Practices 00:00 - Intro....by Jarred?

02:35 - What is a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)?

07:34 - The root of the word "decide".

17:18 - When people do their own thing in a service business, they are incentivized to cover up their mistakes.

21:07 - Collective intelligence

24:00 - Step 1: Gain control of CYA levels.

27:20 - Step 2: Create an LSI floor (foundation) with calcium hardness, and a ceiling with total alkalinity.

34:23 - Step 3: Write down your clearly-defined SOP for chemistry and behaviors. Written down processes, such as using a measuring cup and diluting acid, using a thermometer when you test water, etc.

36:08 - Step 4: Purge and remove contaminants. Decide to remove non-living organics and phosphates from the water.

38:54 - Step 5: Track it. Without documentation, it makes it harder to notice deviations from the baseline.

41:46 - Benefits of standardization: Brand benefits

43:39 - Benefits of standardization: Personnel substitutions are easier

45:57 - Benefits of standardization: Problems will stand out sooner

47:17 - Benefits of standardization: Collective intelligence

47:58 - Benefits of standardization: Reduced employee turnover

48:52 - Benefits of standardization: Better forecasting, which in turn allows for bulk purchasing discounts

50:11 - Summary - Thank you for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 23 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/why-standardize-pool-chemistry-Gse_S9ME 00:00 - Intro....by Jarred?

02:35 - What is a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)?

07:34 - The root of the word "decide".

17:18 - When people do their own thing in a service business, they are incentivized to cover up their mistakes.

21:07 - Collective intelligence

24:00 - Step 1: Gain control of CYA levels.

27:20 - Step 2: Create an LSI floor (foundation) with calcium hardness, and a ceiling with total alkalinity.

34:23 - Step 3: Write down your clearly-defined SOP for chemistry and behaviors. Written down processes, such as using a measuring cup and diluting acid, using a thermometer when you test water, etc.

36:08 - Step 4: Purge and remove contaminants. Decide to remove non-living organics and phosphates from the water.

38:54 - Step 5: Track it. Without documentation, it makes it harder to notice deviations from the baseline.

41:46 - Benefits of standardization: Brand benefits

43:39 - Benefits of standardization: Personnel substitutions are easier

45:57 - Benefits of standardization: Problems will stand out sooner

47:17 - Benefits of standardization: Collective intelligence

47:58 - Benefits of standardization: Reduced employee turnover

48:52 - Benefits of standardization: Better forecasting, which in turn allows for bulk purchasing discounts

50:11 - Summary - Thank you for listening!

 

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]]> The Power of Standardizing Pool Chemistry and Practices Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight 00:52:13 Jarred and Eric talk about some common challenges that pool service companies face, and the undeniable benefits of establishing a baseline of pool chemistry for the entire company. Standardizing pool chemistry the Orenda way can turn businesses around in a surprisingly short amount of time. Jarred and Eric talk about some common challenges that pool service companies face, and the undeniable benefits of establishing a baseline of pool chemistry for the entire company. Standardizing pool chemistry the Orenda way can turn businesses around in a surprisingly short amount of time. calcium hardness, orenda pool, total alkalinity, standardize pool chemistry, consistent pool chemistry, pool chemistry baseline, orenda program, pool chemistry, cyanuric acid, how to use orenda, accurate pool chemistry false full 55 4f6f3019-5216-4209-9fa1-9029b264e2ef Ways to Reduce Employee Turnover 00:00 - Intro

01:43 - Swimming is an individual sport AND a team sport. Individual athletes racing the clock are part of a bigger team. This translates to pool companies as well.

04:02 - Let's focus on people. Not the job, not the skills, the people. People are always the most important aspect of a business.

04:32 - The benefits of a baseline, such as water chemistry minimums. Standards lead to collective intelligence, the team becomes more cohesive.

10:09 - Build a family and team atmosphere. Gather input from employees. They know things you do not.

10:45 - A reward system within the team, i.e. "Mojo" the monkey.

13:41 - Involve the homeowners in appreciation of your employees too. Example: Southwest Airlines 'kick-tails'

17:47 - With more profitability comes opportunities to clean up the brand. Better uniforms, cleaning the trucks, etc. Everyone wants to take pride in their work.

19:25 - Increasing the margin for error also helps keep employees. Example: customer adopted the Orenda program and noticed their employees were starting with some 'early wins' and getting compliments early on. More room for error means less frustration when learning.

23:24 - Training is available all over the place. Orenda has Orenda Academy, this podcast, over 100 blogs, videos and procedures too. But other companies do too. Manufacturers want to train your people.

24:15 - Summary: Let your team build a healthy culture, once you have established a baseline and a family/team atmosphere.

 

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]]> Wed, 9 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/ways-to-reduce-employee-turnover-F62_YD_u 00:00 - Intro

01:43 - Swimming is an individual sport AND a team sport. Individual athletes racing the clock are part of a bigger team. This translates to pool companies as well.

04:02 - Let's focus on people. Not the job, not the skills, the people. People are always the most important aspect of a business.

04:32 - The benefits of a baseline, such as water chemistry minimums. Standards lead to collective intelligence, the team becomes more cohesive.

10:09 - Build a family and team atmosphere. Gather input from employees. They know things you do not.

10:45 - A reward system within the team, i.e. "Mojo" the monkey.

13:41 - Involve the homeowners in appreciation of your employees too. Example: Southwest Airlines 'kick-tails'

17:47 - With more profitability comes opportunities to clean up the brand. Better uniforms, cleaning the trucks, etc. Everyone wants to take pride in their work.

19:25 - Increasing the margin for error also helps keep employees. Example: customer adopted the Orenda program and noticed their employees were starting with some 'early wins' and getting compliments early on. More room for error means less frustration when learning.

23:24 - Training is available all over the place. Orenda has Orenda Academy, this podcast, over 100 blogs, videos and procedures too. But other companies do too. Manufacturers want to train your people.

24:15 - Summary: Let your team build a healthy culture, once you have established a baseline and a family/team atmosphere.

 

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]]> Ways to Reduce Employee Turnover Eric Knight 00:26:12 It's becoming harder and harder to find–and keep–good employees. Not just in the pool industry either. In this episode, Eric shares some ideas on how to build and strengthen a team/family atmosphere in your company. A cohesive team with some baseline standards across all pools develops collective intelligence amongst employees, and they begin to self-enforce a positive company culture. It's becoming harder and harder to find–and keep–good employees. Not just in the pool industry either. In this episode, Eric shares some ideas on how to build and strengthen a team/family atmosphere in your company. A cohesive team with some baseline standards across all pools develops collective intelligence amongst employees, and they begin to self-enforce a positive company culture. reduce employee turnover, standardize business practices, team building, employee retention, keep employees happy false full 54 75d29707-8942-4354-b277-f4199d98ef95 Organic Staining and Tannins 00:00 - Intro

01:44 - Drinks made from plants have natural color from Tannins. Wine, coffee, tea, etc.

06:10 - Nothing replaces the importance of physically cleaning organics out of the pool. Leaves, acorns and other droppings will overwhelm chlorine if you do not regularly remove them.

10:25 - Tannins can be soaked out of decaying organics. They either stain the surface or discolor the water, or both.

12:48 - If you don't clean off mesh covers, decaying organics will release tannins into the pool below the cover. It's not pretty.

14:20 - Cleaning up tannin stains and discoloration mostly involves chlorination. But is chlorination the most efficient way of handling tannins? Not in our opinion.

15:58 - CV-600 and CV-700 enzymes are awesome for handling tannins. Enzymes devour them.

19:05 - How can you identify if it's an organic or metal issue?  You can do the white bucket test. Scoop some water into the clean white bucket and add a bit of liquid chlorine.  If it clears up, it was either algae or tannins (organics). If the water gets darker, it's metals.

21:03 - Summary. Thanks for listening! If you have questions or requests: podcast@orendatech.com

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]]> Wed, 19 Jan 2022 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/organic-staining-and-tannins-r7dFOect 00:00 - Intro

01:44 - Drinks made from plants have natural color from Tannins. Wine, coffee, tea, etc.

06:10 - Nothing replaces the importance of physically cleaning organics out of the pool. Leaves, acorns and other droppings will overwhelm chlorine if you do not regularly remove them.

10:25 - Tannins can be soaked out of decaying organics. They either stain the surface or discolor the water, or both.

12:48 - If you don't clean off mesh covers, decaying organics will release tannins into the pool below the cover. It's not pretty.

14:20 - Cleaning up tannin stains and discoloration mostly involves chlorination. But is chlorination the most efficient way of handling tannins? Not in our opinion.

15:58 - CV-600 and CV-700 enzymes are awesome for handling tannins. Enzymes devour them.

19:05 - How can you identify if it's an organic or metal issue?  You can do the white bucket test. Scoop some water into the clean white bucket and add a bit of liquid chlorine.  If it clears up, it was either algae or tannins (organics). If the water gets darker, it's metals.

21:03 - Summary. Thanks for listening! If you have questions or requests: podcast@orendatech.com

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]]> Organic Staining and Tannins Eric Knight 00:22:16 Water can become discolored and stains can occur even if metals are not involved. In this episode, Eric talks about organic staining and discoloration, thanks to Tannins. They're relatively easy to manage if you regularly clean organic material out of your pool (leaves, pine needles, acorns, berries, etc.). If you let decaying organics stay in your pool or on your mesh safety cover, tannins can be a real problem. Water can become discolored and stains can occur even if metals are not involved. In this episode, Eric talks about organic staining and discoloration, thanks to Tannins. They're relatively easy to manage if you regularly clean organic material out of your pool (leaves, pine needles, acorns, berries, etc.). If you let decaying organics stay in your pool or on your mesh safety cover, tannins can be a real problem. tannins, pool organic staining, leaf stains in pool, tannic acid, organic staining false full 53 a631f6cf-7ff6-49f2-8d96-b70904881007 Uneven Carbonation & other Plaster Discoloration | Calcium Issues, pt. 5 00:00 - Intro

01:49 - Most people mistake this problem for scale. But it's not scale.

05:05 - This is a chemistry issue, not specific to brand of finish or pigment. This is not a cement or pigment failure, it's a water chemistry problem that can be prevented.

06:01 - How this occurs during plaster application, exposure and startup.

15:36 - How this occurs months or years later,  from aggressive water over time.

21:04 - When we get calls about these issues, the answer is not always good news. We are not in the business of pointing fingers at who caused what.

25:45 - Two causes of etching: not diluting acid, and using trichlor feeders, especially on pools with auto covers.

28:35 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

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]]> Wed, 5 Jan 2022 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/uneven-carbonation-other-plaster-discoloration-calcium-issues-pt-5-m4Y_ENP7 00:00 - Intro

01:49 - Most people mistake this problem for scale. But it's not scale.

05:05 - This is a chemistry issue, not specific to brand of finish or pigment. This is not a cement or pigment failure, it's a water chemistry problem that can be prevented.

06:01 - How this occurs during plaster application, exposure and startup.

15:36 - How this occurs months or years later,  from aggressive water over time.

21:04 - When we get calls about these issues, the answer is not always good news. We are not in the business of pointing fingers at who caused what.

25:45 - Two causes of etching: not diluting acid, and using trichlor feeders, especially on pools with auto covers.

28:35 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

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]]> Uneven Carbonation & other Plaster Discoloration | Calcium Issues, pt. 5 Eric Knight 00:31:33 When calcium hydroxide is drawn to the surface, it carbonates and turns white. We call this uneven carbonation, because it virtually never happens evenly across the entire pool. Eric discusses the two main causes of uneven carbonation. When calcium hydroxide is drawn to the surface, it carbonates and turns white. We call this uneven carbonation, because it virtually never happens evenly across the entire pool. Eric discusses the two main causes of uneven carbonation. calcium hydroxide, pool discoloration, uneven carbonation, calcium carbonate, white pool, scale in pool, uneven pool surface, ugly pool, pool plaster failure, calcification, pool plaster false full 52 b9e90bb7-9c96-4192-9714-a93b07a903d7 Calcite Crystals | Calcium Issues, pt. 4 00:00 - Intro

04:18 - Calcite crystals are not the same thing as scale

10:49 - Jarred describes photos of crystals

14:18 - Jarred explains how to prevent crystals, and explains it better than Eric. Well done, Jarred.

25:16 - We know of 4 types of crystals. Each has a different difficulty of removal.

32:35 - Jarred summarizes, and summarizes better than Eric. Now you're just showing off, Jarred.

 

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]]> Wed, 29 Dec 2021 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/calcite-crystals-calcium-issues-pt-4-hJwCkkDW 00:00 - Intro

04:18 - Calcite crystals are not the same thing as scale

10:49 - Jarred describes photos of crystals

14:18 - Jarred explains how to prevent crystals, and explains it better than Eric. Well done, Jarred.

25:16 - We know of 4 types of crystals. Each has a different difficulty of removal.

32:35 - Jarred summarizes, and summarizes better than Eric. Now you're just showing off, Jarred.

 

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]]> Calcite Crystals | Calcium Issues, pt. 4 Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight 00:37:11 Eric and Jarred talk about a common pool surface issue faced in colder climates: calcium crystals. Often mistaken for 'scale', crystals actually grow out of the cement as a consequence of cold, stagnant, aggressive water. Similar chemistry causes winter dust, but usually that's with pools that have solid covers and circulation in the winter months. Eric and Jarred talk about a common pool surface issue faced in colder climates: calcium crystals. Often mistaken for 'scale', crystals actually grow out of the cement as a consequence of cold, stagnant, aggressive water. Similar chemistry causes winter dust, but usually that's with pools that have solid covers and circulation in the winter months. sharp pool surface, calcite crystals, rough pool, rough pool surface, scale in pool, sharp calcium in pool, calcium in pool, pool crystals, calcium crystals, pool lsi false full 51 b32ae49e-bb96-47c3-a467-ee08a248ccb9 Calcium Nodules | Calcium Issues, pt. 3 00:00 - Intro

02:00 - Look up "nodule" on blog.orendatech.com, and you will find articles that show photos of calcium nodules. You can also do an online search of nodules and find plenty of information.

04:32 - This is the Orenda podcast, and we believe you should hear both opinions on nodules.  First, the NPC's position.

08:08 - Now, the onBalance position.

12:42 - Both sides acknowledge nodules are not scale. They are minerals from within (or behind) the plaster surface that come to the surface.

17:12 - Water chemistry itself cannot stop nodules once they've started. They are not chemistry problems, in our experience. They are a physical problem with structural weaknesses in cement.

20:12 - Summary - thanks for listening! If you have comments or requests for the show, our new email address is podcast@orendatech.com.  

 

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]]> Wed, 22 Dec 2021 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/calcium-nodules-calcium-issues-pt-3-JvdJbKTk 00:00 - Intro

02:00 - Look up "nodule" on blog.orendatech.com, and you will find articles that show photos of calcium nodules. You can also do an online search of nodules and find plenty of information.

04:32 - This is the Orenda podcast, and we believe you should hear both opinions on nodules.  First, the NPC's position.

08:08 - Now, the onBalance position.

12:42 - Both sides acknowledge nodules are not scale. They are minerals from within (or behind) the plaster surface that come to the surface.

17:12 - Water chemistry itself cannot stop nodules once they've started. They are not chemistry problems, in our experience. They are a physical problem with structural weaknesses in cement.

20:12 - Summary - thanks for listening! If you have comments or requests for the show, our new email address is podcast@orendatech.com.  

 

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]]> Calcium Nodules | Calcium Issues, pt. 3 Eric Knight 00:21:17 Eric covers the basics of calcium nodules, and shares the two leading opinions on the issue, from both the National Plasterer's Council (NPC) and onBalance. In short, water chemistry itself is not enough to stop or prevent nodules, as they are essentially like efflorescence. It's more of a physical problem with waterproofing than pool chemistry. Eric covers the basics of calcium nodules, and shares the two leading opinions on the issue, from both the National Plasterer's Council (NPC) and onBalance. In short, water chemistry itself is not enough to stop or prevent nodules, as they are essentially like efflorescence. It's more of a physical problem with waterproofing than pool chemistry. false full 50 29e36598-10d5-416e-884d-4d4dcb21486f Carbonate Clouding and Dust | Calcium Issues, pt. 2 00:00 - Intro

00:36 - Welcome to the team, Ryan Rickaby!

01:20 - Review of calcium hardness (amount of calcium carbonate) vs. LSI (saturation of calcium carbonate)

04:30 - Soda ash clouds the water instantly

12:10 - Sharing Eric's screen (alkalinity equilibrium), which can be found on the Orenda Blog, search for Alkalinity

14:21 - When the pH is high enough, carbonate ions (CO3- -) perfectly match with calcium ions (Ca++) to form calcium carbonate (CaCO3).

19:10 - If you put 11+ pH soda ash into the water, it will convert bicarbonate into carbonate, on top of the sodium carbonate you just added, which forces an LSI violation locally. So adding soda ash should be added slowly, and pre-dissolved.

19:56 - The cloud, it either gets filtered out, goes back into solution when the chemistry normalizes, or it precipitates out as dust.

20:27 - Plaster dust

26:52 - Carbonate clouding

30:12 - Winter dust

34:52 - Summary - Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 15 Dec 2021 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Ryan Rickaby, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/carbonate-clouding-and-dust-calcium-issues-pt-2-XE1ru_bn 00:00 - Intro

00:36 - Welcome to the team, Ryan Rickaby!

01:20 - Review of calcium hardness (amount of calcium carbonate) vs. LSI (saturation of calcium carbonate)

04:30 - Soda ash clouds the water instantly

12:10 - Sharing Eric's screen (alkalinity equilibrium), which can be found on the Orenda Blog, search for Alkalinity

14:21 - When the pH is high enough, carbonate ions (CO3- -) perfectly match with calcium ions (Ca++) to form calcium carbonate (CaCO3).

19:10 - If you put 11+ pH soda ash into the water, it will convert bicarbonate into carbonate, on top of the sodium carbonate you just added, which forces an LSI violation locally. So adding soda ash should be added slowly, and pre-dissolved.

19:56 - The cloud, it either gets filtered out, goes back into solution when the chemistry normalizes, or it precipitates out as dust.

20:27 - Plaster dust

26:52 - Carbonate clouding

30:12 - Winter dust

34:52 - Summary - Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Carbonate Clouding and Dust | Calcium Issues, pt. 2 Ryan Rickaby, Eric Knight 00:38:26 Eric and Ryan explore various forms of calcium dust and clouding. They don't all happen for the same reasons, and the LSI tells the story. Eric and Ryan explore various forms of calcium dust and clouding. They don't all happen for the same reasons, and the LSI tells the story. pool calcium, calcium hardness, carbonate clouding, calcium carbonate, calcium dust, pool calcification, lsi, plaster dust, cloudy pool false full 49 233eaae4-387c-4c63-b6e4-4c89e8667639 What is Scale? | Calcium Issues, pt. 1 00:00 - Intro

01:57 - Definition of scale: Scale is the hardened deposit of a calcium compound that has precipitated out of solution. 

02:30 - Analogy of sugar in a drink. This analogy explains the difference between the saturation of calcium carbonate (LSI), and the amount of calcium carbonate (calcium hardness). 

06:33 - Calcium carbonate (CaCO3) is the most common form of scale, by far. But there are other forms of scale: calcium silica, calcium sulfate, calcium phosphate, and probably some other obscure ones we have yet to encounter. They are more difficult to deal with.

12:35 - The same amount of 'sugar' (calcium carbonate) can be too much, too little, or just right, depending on other factors in the LSI. The key here is that scale falls out of solution when the water is oversaturated. Carbonate scale occurs over +0.30 LSI.

16:10 - When you see scale in your pool, it will always be in the hottest places first. In the case of carbonate scale, it will be in the highest-LSI areas first. Primarily a salt cell or heater. Flakes in salt cells occur because of a localized LSI violation in the salt cell.

22:08 - If scale is not on plastic fittings, the face of tile, lights, etc., it's not scale. It must have come from the cement, not the water.

25:46 - To chelate or sequester, the water needs to be warm enough (~65ºF or warmer), or else the chemicals will not activate. The warmer the water, the faster these chemicals work.

29:06 - How to remove scale

32:28 - Summary. Thanks for listening! Stay tuned for the next four episodes in this series of calcium issues.

 

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]]> Wed, 8 Dec 2021 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/what-is-scale-calcium-issues-pt-1-LEs3GuTz 00:00 - Intro

01:57 - Definition of scale: Scale is the hardened deposit of a calcium compound that has precipitated out of solution. 

02:30 - Analogy of sugar in a drink. This analogy explains the difference between the saturation of calcium carbonate (LSI), and the amount of calcium carbonate (calcium hardness). 

06:33 - Calcium carbonate (CaCO3) is the most common form of scale, by far. But there are other forms of scale: calcium silica, calcium sulfate, calcium phosphate, and probably some other obscure ones we have yet to encounter. They are more difficult to deal with.

12:35 - The same amount of 'sugar' (calcium carbonate) can be too much, too little, or just right, depending on other factors in the LSI. The key here is that scale falls out of solution when the water is oversaturated. Carbonate scale occurs over +0.30 LSI.

16:10 - When you see scale in your pool, it will always be in the hottest places first. In the case of carbonate scale, it will be in the highest-LSI areas first. Primarily a salt cell or heater. Flakes in salt cells occur because of a localized LSI violation in the salt cell.

22:08 - If scale is not on plastic fittings, the face of tile, lights, etc., it's not scale. It must have come from the cement, not the water.

25:46 - To chelate or sequester, the water needs to be warm enough (~65ºF or warmer), or else the chemicals will not activate. The warmer the water, the faster these chemicals work.

29:06 - How to remove scale

32:28 - Summary. Thanks for listening! Stay tuned for the next four episodes in this series of calcium issues.

 

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]]> What is Scale? | Calcium Issues, pt. 1 Eric Knight 00:34:32 This episode is the first of a 5-part series on calcium issues in swimming pools. What is SCALE? And perhaps more importantly, what is not scale? Eric defines scale and describes different types of it, how you can know the differences, and how to prevent them from occurring in your pool. This episode is the first of a 5-part series on calcium issues in swimming pools. What is SCALE? And perhaps more importantly, what is not scale? Eric defines scale and describes different types of it, how you can know the differences, and how to prevent them from occurring in your pool. pool calcium, calcium hardness, calcium sulfate, calcium carbonate, what is scale?, scale in pool, calcium phosphate, carbonate scale, lsi false full 48 c9446763-59de-4720-8790-fdc8b4bb3fc3 Draining and Diluting a Pool 00:00 - Intro

01:42 - Dilution is not always the solution. But it can be the most practical answer to get certain chemistry levels reduced.

06:54 - Evaporation will not lead to dilution, because the dissolved solids stayed behind. Things will accumulate because tap water adds more dissolved solids to the water.

07:09 - Dilution is not so much about high Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), it's about what's in that TDS.  Specifically high cyanuric acid, and high calcium hardness.

09:55 - You don't have to dilute all at once, it can be done over several weeks or more. You can also let nature dilute it for you (rain and snow).

12:40 - If your chemistry is preventing you from maintaining LSI balance or having proper sanitation, draining and diluting might help you simplify your chemistry. Draining/diluting is much better than throwing a whole bunch of other chemicals in the water.

15:37 - Summary - Dilution is a good thing in many cases, but it's not always necessary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 1 Dec 2021 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/draining-and-diluting-a-pool-TXjjfn_5 00:00 - Intro

01:42 - Dilution is not always the solution. But it can be the most practical answer to get certain chemistry levels reduced.

06:54 - Evaporation will not lead to dilution, because the dissolved solids stayed behind. Things will accumulate because tap water adds more dissolved solids to the water.

07:09 - Dilution is not so much about high Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), it's about what's in that TDS.  Specifically high cyanuric acid, and high calcium hardness.

09:55 - You don't have to dilute all at once, it can be done over several weeks or more. You can also let nature dilute it for you (rain and snow).

12:40 - If your chemistry is preventing you from maintaining LSI balance or having proper sanitation, draining and diluting might help you simplify your chemistry. Draining/diluting is much better than throwing a whole bunch of other chemicals in the water.

15:37 - Summary - Dilution is a good thing in many cases, but it's not always necessary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Draining and Diluting a Pool Eric Knight 00:16:57 When and why should a pool be drained, or partially drained and diluted? Is dilution always a solution to a chemistry problem? Eric shares his thoughts on dilution and when it's appropriate. When and why should a pool be drained, or partially drained and diluted? Is dilution always a solution to a chemistry problem? Eric shares his thoughts on dilution and when it's appropriate. how to lower cya in a pool, pool dilution, drain and dilute, drain pool, dilution in pool, reduce cyanuric acid false full 47 7afe2e8f-883f-4423-902a-f1bfa838439c Ways to suppress pH from naturally rising 00:00 - Intro

02:01 - Recap of Henry's Law of differential pressures. Any gas dissolved in a liquid will equalize with that same gas above the liquid.

04:36 - If you exceed the pH ceiling, the atmosphere will literally push CO2 back into the water.

04:57 - Where does CO2 come from when adding acid? It converts bicarbonate into carbonic acid (dissolved CO2).

07:50 - We don't want bicarbonate ions to convert into carbonate ions (at 8.3 pH or higher) because carbonates are attracted to calcium ions, creating calcium carbonate.

12:12 - How can we stop the rise of pH? How can we suppress pH?

12:39 - Analogy of the beer: what can you do to stop the beer from going flat? Think of it that way. How can you stop (or slow) the loss of CO2?

16:36 - Three categories of ways to suppress pH: cover the pool, chemically suppress it (acid feeder, CO2 injector, trichlor chlorine), and have very low alkalinity or high CYA to lower the pH ceiling.

18:53 - Explanation of sense-and-dispense acid feeders, and the challenges with them (overfeeding acid).

23:36 - If you don't have any of those reasons listed, but your pH is still being suppressed, please contact us! Teach us so we can learn more about this topic.

26:25 - Conclusion. Thanks for listening!

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]]> Wed, 17 Nov 2021 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/ways-to-suppress-ph-from-naturally-rising-0D7Dbh9f 00:00 - Intro

02:01 - Recap of Henry's Law of differential pressures. Any gas dissolved in a liquid will equalize with that same gas above the liquid.

04:36 - If you exceed the pH ceiling, the atmosphere will literally push CO2 back into the water.

04:57 - Where does CO2 come from when adding acid? It converts bicarbonate into carbonic acid (dissolved CO2).

07:50 - We don't want bicarbonate ions to convert into carbonate ions (at 8.3 pH or higher) because carbonates are attracted to calcium ions, creating calcium carbonate.

12:12 - How can we stop the rise of pH? How can we suppress pH?

12:39 - Analogy of the beer: what can you do to stop the beer from going flat? Think of it that way. How can you stop (or slow) the loss of CO2?

16:36 - Three categories of ways to suppress pH: cover the pool, chemically suppress it (acid feeder, CO2 injector, trichlor chlorine), and have very low alkalinity or high CYA to lower the pH ceiling.

18:53 - Explanation of sense-and-dispense acid feeders, and the challenges with them (overfeeding acid).

23:36 - If you don't have any of those reasons listed, but your pH is still being suppressed, please contact us! Teach us so we can learn more about this topic.

26:25 - Conclusion. Thanks for listening!

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]]> Ways to suppress pH from naturally rising Eric Knight 00:27:15 Because dissolved CO2 must leave the pool and equalize with the CO2 in the air, pH naturally rises until equilibrium is reached. We at Orenda call this point the "pH ceiling." But there are a few ways to resist this, and suppress pH. This episode discusses them. Because dissolved CO2 must leave the pool and equalize with the CO2 in the air, pH naturally rises until equilibrium is reached. We at Orenda call this point the "pH ceiling." But there are a few ways to resist this, and suppress pH. This episode discusses them. high ph, contain ph, suppress ph, why does ph rise, pool chemistry, lower ph, co2 and ph, ph in pool, low ph false full 46 b79235f8-8014-4080-a5b3-f0e5420cb377 Water Chemistry Testing: 201 00:00 - Intro

01:11 - Things can go wrong in water testing, so let's review the common mistakes and interferences.

05:07 - Reagent expiration dates mean nothing if the kit is not stored properly. All test kits have a finite shelf life.

09:10 - Bleaching reagents (very high chlorine) can distort other tests too.

15:08 - Cold water interferes with accuracy too. Warm the sample before testing.

18:48 - Mistakes are common when collecting a sample and taking it somewhere. Grab the sample from below the water surface, fill the clean bottle completely without a big pocket of air in it, and then take it directly to the pool store or lab. The longer you wait, the less accurate the test results.

23:29 - A few other items: lighting is important for color comparison tests, and if you notice something is way off, test again and examine your test kit for problems. Practice, practice, practice.

26:49 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 10 Nov 2021 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/water-chemistry-testing-201-I4bPLZdA 00:00 - Intro

01:11 - Things can go wrong in water testing, so let's review the common mistakes and interferences.

05:07 - Reagent expiration dates mean nothing if the kit is not stored properly. All test kits have a finite shelf life.

09:10 - Bleaching reagents (very high chlorine) can distort other tests too.

15:08 - Cold water interferes with accuracy too. Warm the sample before testing.

18:48 - Mistakes are common when collecting a sample and taking it somewhere. Grab the sample from below the water surface, fill the clean bottle completely without a big pocket of air in it, and then take it directly to the pool store or lab. The longer you wait, the less accurate the test results.

23:29 - A few other items: lighting is important for color comparison tests, and if you notice something is way off, test again and examine your test kit for problems. Practice, practice, practice.

26:49 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Water Chemistry Testing: 201 Eric Knight 00:28:31 Joe and Eric expand upon the last episode about water chemistry testing, and talk about problems, mistakes and interferences. Joe and Eric expand upon the last episode about water chemistry testing, and talk about problems, mistakes and interferences. false full 45 2582d3c1-754b-48d6-a3d8-770752fb06c7 Water Chemistry Testing: 101 00:00 - Intro - Joe's back!

01:44 - Water chemistry testing is important because without it, managing swimming pools well becomes impossible.

05:55 - Water testing is not difficult, but it takes practice and some effort to get good at it. It helps to keep a log of your test results!

06:31 - How often should you test? It depends on the factor(s), but some should be every week, other should be once a month. Free chlorine may be a few times a week in some cases.

13:10 - If you track your results, managing your pool becomes easier because you will notice some trends and you can predict where your water will go.

15:36 - There's one more factor that isn't measured with a test kit that is very important: water temperature.

20:17 - There are many different ways to test the water. What type of kit is right for you?

24:00 - Take care of your test kit! Store it right, clean it, follow instructions, calibrate electronics (if applicable), and don't let reagents expire.

27:24 - Get good at testing if you're the one testing the water. It takes practice, but make the effort to be proficient in it. It's an important skill to have.

28:26 - Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 3 Nov 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Joe Sweazy) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/water-chemistry-testing-101-0OHc9gXK 00:00 - Intro - Joe's back!

01:44 - Water chemistry testing is important because without it, managing swimming pools well becomes impossible.

05:55 - Water testing is not difficult, but it takes practice and some effort to get good at it. It helps to keep a log of your test results!

06:31 - How often should you test? It depends on the factor(s), but some should be every week, other should be once a month. Free chlorine may be a few times a week in some cases.

13:10 - If you track your results, managing your pool becomes easier because you will notice some trends and you can predict where your water will go.

15:36 - There's one more factor that isn't measured with a test kit that is very important: water temperature.

20:17 - There are many different ways to test the water. What type of kit is right for you?

24:00 - Take care of your test kit! Store it right, clean it, follow instructions, calibrate electronics (if applicable), and don't let reagents expire.

27:24 - Get good at testing if you're the one testing the water. It takes practice, but make the effort to be proficient in it. It's an important skill to have.

28:26 - Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Water Chemistry Testing: 101 Eric Knight, Joe Sweazy 00:29:42 Joe leads this episode on water chemistry testing, drawing from his 20+ years of water testing experience. Joe leads this episode on water chemistry testing, drawing from his 20+ years of water testing experience. how to test pool chemistry, test kit, water testing, pool test kit, pool chemistry, pool chemistry testing, water chemistry testing false full 44 88e4a919-9b3d-447a-b97d-5c87790d0d81 Introducing the Orenda Help Desk in Pool Service Software (PSS) 00:00 - Intro

00:49 - Today's episode is about addressing problem pools in the most efficient way

02:02 - Introducing Gus Velez, founder of Pool Service Software

04:36 - PSS users are pool service professionals

07:35 - They had a few chemistry support tickets come in, and they are not chemistry experts. So they went out looking for a partner who can help their users with water chemistry. They found Orenda.

10:28 - When you call Orenda, it's most helpful if you give us the right info about the pool. Photos, chemistry history, age of the pool, etc.

13:47 - Users can just touch a button in PSS and it sends the pool's information–and the user's question–directly to Orenda.

16:32 - PSS also has a web-based dashboard, and business owners can also request Orenda support on behalf of their employees.

18:54 - This integration makes our job easier at Orenda, because we have the right information to answer questions faster.

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]]> Wed, 27 Oct 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/introducing-the-orenda-help-desk-in-pool-service-software-pss-GMN0kBNc 00:00 - Intro

00:49 - Today's episode is about addressing problem pools in the most efficient way

02:02 - Introducing Gus Velez, founder of Pool Service Software

04:36 - PSS users are pool service professionals

07:35 - They had a few chemistry support tickets come in, and they are not chemistry experts. So they went out looking for a partner who can help their users with water chemistry. They found Orenda.

10:28 - When you call Orenda, it's most helpful if you give us the right info about the pool. Photos, chemistry history, age of the pool, etc.

13:47 - Users can just touch a button in PSS and it sends the pool's information–and the user's question–directly to Orenda.

16:32 - PSS also has a web-based dashboard, and business owners can also request Orenda support on behalf of their employees.

18:54 - This integration makes our job easier at Orenda, because we have the right information to answer questions faster.

20:59 - Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Introducing the Orenda Help Desk in Pool Service Software (PSS) Eric Knight 00:23:29 Eric is joined by the founder of Pool Service Software, Gus Velez. They discuss the new Orenda Help Desk feature within Pool Service Software, the SaaS program that helps pool companies have cloud-based control and insight over their business. We are working together to help PSS customers have in-field chemistry support. Eric is joined by the founder of Pool Service Software, Gus Velez. They discuss the new Orenda Help Desk feature within Pool Service Software, the SaaS program that helps pool companies have cloud-based control and insight over their business. We are working together to help PSS customers have in-field chemistry support. false full 43 ee7a53f3-464d-4a95-8c3e-55e6c4bfc25c PPM and PPB 00:00 - Intro

01:59 - PPM = parts per million. It's the density of a given substance dissolved in water. It's the ratio of that substance compared to water. 1 PPM means the dissolved substance is one-millionth of the volume of water.

03:47 - PPM = mg/L. Converting from the metric system it makes sense.  1 cubic meter of water contains 1000 Liters. Each liter contains 1000 mL. Then we switch to solids, because we're talking about dissolved substances. 1 mL = 1000 mg.

07:00 - Brief overview of chemistry targets that use PPM 

10:16 - Phosphates are measured in PPB, not PPM. Parts per billion is one-thousandth of a PPM. 1000 ppb = 1 ppm.

11:56 - Conclusion. Thanks for listening!

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]]> Wed, 20 Oct 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/ppm-and-ppb-tuwMcj0A 00:00 - Intro

01:59 - PPM = parts per million. It's the density of a given substance dissolved in water. It's the ratio of that substance compared to water. 1 PPM means the dissolved substance is one-millionth of the volume of water.

03:47 - PPM = mg/L. Converting from the metric system it makes sense.  1 cubic meter of water contains 1000 Liters. Each liter contains 1000 mL. Then we switch to solids, because we're talking about dissolved substances. 1 mL = 1000 mg.

07:00 - Brief overview of chemistry targets that use PPM 

10:16 - Phosphates are measured in PPB, not PPM. Parts per billion is one-thousandth of a PPM. 1000 ppb = 1 ppm.

11:56 - Conclusion. Thanks for listening!

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]]> PPM and PPB Eric Knight 00:14:04 Eric explains what parts-per-million (PPM) and parts-per-billion (PPB) mean. They are standard units of measurement for water chemistry, telling the density of a dissolved substance in water. And the measurement is rooted in the metric system. Eric explains what parts-per-million (PPM) and parts-per-billion (PPB) mean. They are standard units of measurement for water chemistry, telling the density of a dissolved substance in water. And the measurement is rooted in the metric system. ppm, ppb, parts per million, parts per billion, swimming pool chemistry, water chemistry, orenda, pool chemistry, swimming pool false full 42 5a30ec4e-972d-4b35-b52e-890dd88a83c0 Concrete Pool Shell Problems | Weepers, Efflorescence, and Calcium Nodules 00:00 - Intro

02:54 - Water chemistry did not cause these problems. These are structural issues.

03:54 - Three main problems: weepers, efflorescence, and calcium nodules.

04:09 - Weepers are active leaks in concrete, where water is flowing through concrete. Usually this is from behind the concrete shell due to groundwater pressure. But it can also be on a raised wall where the pool itself pushes through a weakness in concrete.

06:23 - Shotcrete is applied pneumatically, and the density of it is important. Minimum 4000 PSI.

08:07 - Concrete is not waterproof, it's porous.

10:02 - When water takes minerals with it to the other side, that's called efflorescence. Usually it's calcium, and forms calcium carbonate on the outside. It's often confused with scale.

12:57 - Calcium nodules are another form of efflorescence, but through pool plaster. They happen when moisture is trapped in or behind the cement. The disagreement in the industry is about how the moisture got there.

17:24 - In Eric's opinion, calcium nodules are either in the weakest places in plaster, or they're everywhere. It's almost always a waterproofing failure. Water pushes from the back side, in our experience.

21:03 - You can still have calcium nodules in perfectly LSI-balanced water, because nodules are really a form of efflorescence. 

24:16 - How do we prevent these problems? Prevention starts with proper shotcrete installation, and we strongly recommend waterproofing the concrete shell. At a minimum, the raised concrete parts.

26:09 - Proper waterproofing is strongly recommended by Orenda. And we know it's not always necessary with good shotcrete application, but why take the risk? Waterproofing is relatively inexpensive.

28:11 - If you have nodules from groundwater, but not active weepers, the best fix is still chipping out the plaster surface, waterproofing the pool shell, bond coating it, and re-plastering it.  It's expensive.

28:43 - Recap. Thanks for listening!

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]]> Wed, 13 Oct 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/concrete-pool-shell-problems-weepers-efflorescence-and-calcium-nodules-bxa2_53M 00:00 - Intro

02:54 - Water chemistry did not cause these problems. These are structural issues.

03:54 - Three main problems: weepers, efflorescence, and calcium nodules.

04:09 - Weepers are active leaks in concrete, where water is flowing through concrete. Usually this is from behind the concrete shell due to groundwater pressure. But it can also be on a raised wall where the pool itself pushes through a weakness in concrete.

06:23 - Shotcrete is applied pneumatically, and the density of it is important. Minimum 4000 PSI.

08:07 - Concrete is not waterproof, it's porous.

10:02 - When water takes minerals with it to the other side, that's called efflorescence. Usually it's calcium, and forms calcium carbonate on the outside. It's often confused with scale.

12:57 - Calcium nodules are another form of efflorescence, but through pool plaster. They happen when moisture is trapped in or behind the cement. The disagreement in the industry is about how the moisture got there.

17:24 - In Eric's opinion, calcium nodules are either in the weakest places in plaster, or they're everywhere. It's almost always a waterproofing failure. Water pushes from the back side, in our experience.

21:03 - You can still have calcium nodules in perfectly LSI-balanced water, because nodules are really a form of efflorescence. 

24:16 - How do we prevent these problems? Prevention starts with proper shotcrete installation, and we strongly recommend waterproofing the concrete shell. At a minimum, the raised concrete parts.

26:09 - Proper waterproofing is strongly recommended by Orenda. And we know it's not always necessary with good shotcrete application, but why take the risk? Waterproofing is relatively inexpensive.

28:11 - If you have nodules from groundwater, but not active weepers, the best fix is still chipping out the plaster surface, waterproofing the pool shell, bond coating it, and re-plastering it.  It's expensive.

28:43 - Recap. Thanks for listening!

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]]> Concrete Pool Shell Problems | Weepers, Efflorescence, and Calcium Nodules Eric Knight 00:30:23 Eric explores three common consequences of water penetrating through a weak concrete pool shell. No, concrete is not waterproof. Weepers, efflorescence and calcium nodules can occur when water migrates through concrete. Good shotcrete application and curing is usually enough, but sometimes additional waterproofing is necessary. Eric explores three common consequences of water penetrating through a weak concrete pool shell. No, concrete is not waterproof. Weepers, efflorescence and calcium nodules can occur when water migrates through concrete. Good shotcrete application and curing is usually enough, but sometimes additional waterproofing is necessary. shotcrete, concrete pool, calcium nodules, pool waterproofing, pool weeper, concrete pool issues, is concrete waterproof?, efflorescence false full 41 d79d05a2-251b-460e-b882-2abd741c5bc1 Pool Covers and Winterization 00:00 - Intro

02:35 - Jarred is wearing a Slytherin shirt. He's more of a Ravenclaw, TBH.

04:12 - Type of pool cover impacts your winterization chemistry (dilution, pH rise)

06:51 - Other types of pool covers that are not for winterizing: thermal and solar blankets. They are not safety covers and are not appropriate for winterization.

08:40 - Safety covers are designed to support a lot of weight to keep animals and people (and cars) out of pools.

10:54 - Mesh covers allow transfer of water and gas through it. This means dilution, and pH rise.

16:21 - Don't be afraid of high levels of calcium going into the winter (500+ ppm)

17:31 - Solid covers don't allow dilution and CO2 off-gassing

17:50 - Automatic covers can complicate things if your pool is heated a few times during the winter to swim, because the LSI goes from one extreme to the other. Surfaces can get destroyed because the water cannot correct itself.

22:08 - Solid safety covered pools do not need quite as much calcium as a mesh cover (400+ ppm), because it won't get diluted.

25:14 - Adjust chemicals at least a day before putting a solid cover on.  Let the pH naturally rise up before covering the pool.  If not, you need more alkalinity.

26:19 - Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 6 Oct 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/pool-covers-and-winterization-eLZ_B__8 00:00 - Intro

02:35 - Jarred is wearing a Slytherin shirt. He's more of a Ravenclaw, TBH.

04:12 - Type of pool cover impacts your winterization chemistry (dilution, pH rise)

06:51 - Other types of pool covers that are not for winterizing: thermal and solar blankets. They are not safety covers and are not appropriate for winterization.

08:40 - Safety covers are designed to support a lot of weight to keep animals and people (and cars) out of pools.

10:54 - Mesh covers allow transfer of water and gas through it. This means dilution, and pH rise.

16:21 - Don't be afraid of high levels of calcium going into the winter (500+ ppm)

17:31 - Solid covers don't allow dilution and CO2 off-gassing

17:50 - Automatic covers can complicate things if your pool is heated a few times during the winter to swim, because the LSI goes from one extreme to the other. Surfaces can get destroyed because the water cannot correct itself.

22:08 - Solid safety covered pools do not need quite as much calcium as a mesh cover (400+ ppm), because it won't get diluted.

25:14 - Adjust chemicals at least a day before putting a solid cover on.  Let the pH naturally rise up before covering the pool.  If not, you need more alkalinity.

26:19 - Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Pool Covers and Winterization Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:27:39 Eric and Jarred talk about different types of pool covers. When it comes to winter safety covers, each type needs different chemistry considerations like dilution and CO2 off-gassing. Eric and Jarred talk about different types of pool covers. When it comes to winter safety covers, each type needs different chemistry considerations like dilution and CO2 off-gassing. pool safety cover, solid pool cover, how to close a pool, pool chemistry, pool winterization, how to winterize a pool, mesh pool cover, types of pool covers false full 40 69d9d9d9-b20e-4607-b559-8fe94e7425a3 Closing your pool the Orenda way 00:00 - Intro, reconnect with nature

04:48 - Water would naturally seek balance if you just shut your pool off. But that is not advised, because water would correct itself at the expense of your pool.

08:04 - Err to the high side of calcium hardness going into the winter.  LSI balance at the coldest temperature is the main priority.

08:23 - The second priority of winterizing is keeping the water clean. But winterization kits have nothing to do with LSI...they are mainly chlorine, algaecides and a sequestering agent. Do you really need them?

10:11 - You don't need to super shock going into the winter.  Just chlorinate a bit more than normal. As temps drop, less chlorine is needed.

10:38 - Sequestering agents and chelating agents (like our SC-1000) do not work in cold water. We don't include ours in our winterization protocol. You'd be better off adding it in the spring or during startup.

13:42 - The Orenda winterization kit does not exist.  Chlorinate normally, add some enzymes, then remove phosphates with PR-10,000 a few days before you close. You'll need to clean up the dust and clean the filter.

16:05 - Get a thermometer if you don't have one.

16:30 - Water is an incredibly powerful element in our world, so we should embrace its natural properties. If you don't get water what it needs (especially when cold), it will damage your pool in search of balance.

17:33 - Let your pH naturally rise. If you have a solid cover, give it a week for the pH to naturally rise before covering it. Don't close at 7.4-7.6 and immediately cover the pool, because CO2 won't escape.

19:27 - Thanks for listening!

 

 

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]]> Wed, 29 Sep 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/closing-your-pool-the-orenda-way-s1caqfYA 00:00 - Intro, reconnect with nature

04:48 - Water would naturally seek balance if you just shut your pool off. But that is not advised, because water would correct itself at the expense of your pool.

08:04 - Err to the high side of calcium hardness going into the winter.  LSI balance at the coldest temperature is the main priority.

08:23 - The second priority of winterizing is keeping the water clean. But winterization kits have nothing to do with LSI...they are mainly chlorine, algaecides and a sequestering agent. Do you really need them?

10:11 - You don't need to super shock going into the winter.  Just chlorinate a bit more than normal. As temps drop, less chlorine is needed.

10:38 - Sequestering agents and chelating agents (like our SC-1000) do not work in cold water. We don't include ours in our winterization protocol. You'd be better off adding it in the spring or during startup.

13:42 - The Orenda winterization kit does not exist.  Chlorinate normally, add some enzymes, then remove phosphates with PR-10,000 a few days before you close. You'll need to clean up the dust and clean the filter.

16:05 - Get a thermometer if you don't have one.

16:30 - Water is an incredibly powerful element in our world, so we should embrace its natural properties. If you don't get water what it needs (especially when cold), it will damage your pool in search of balance.

17:33 - Let your pH naturally rise. If you have a solid cover, give it a week for the pH to naturally rise before covering it. Don't close at 7.4-7.6 and immediately cover the pool, because CO2 won't escape.

19:27 - Thanks for listening!

 

 

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]]> Closing your pool the Orenda way Eric Knight 00:20:35 Eric discusses closing pools for the off-season. As water temperature drops, the need for calcium hardness rises. LSI balance during the coldest water temperatures is the name of the game. After all, water naturally seeks balance. Eric discusses closing pools for the off-season. As water temperature drops, the need for calcium hardness rises. LSI balance during the coldest water temperatures is the name of the game. After all, water naturally seeks balance. pool temperature, orenda pool closing, pool closing, how to close a pool, winterization kit, pool winterization false full 39 c7b5b91e-bbd7-4c11-8044-de736bfd5e43 Wildfires and Swimming Pools 00:00 - Intro

01:10 - Wildfires burn through forests and convert plant life into basic elements...primarily carbon, nitrogen and phosphorus.

02:15 - The closer you are to the fire, the more contamination will get in your water. If you can smell smoke, it's getting into your pool too.

03:45 - Prepare for the smoke, ash and debris when fires start. Be proactive.

03:59 - Rare instances: helicopters borrowing water from your pool, and fire extinguisher chemicals getting into your pool. Most likely this is a drain and refill.

05:47 - Nothing replaces physically cleaning out debris and cleaning the filter. Chemicals will not remove physical debris.

07:30 - Enzymes break down carbon non-living organics. Perfect for addressing carbon contaminants like smoke and ash.

08:51 - Phosphates should be removed too. Consider PR-10,000 or CV-700 enzyme + phosphate remover.

10:02 - Thanks for listening! Find more on our website blog or the 'articles' section of the Orenda App.

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]]> Wed, 8 Sep 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/wildfires-and-swimming-pools-A9o7lM62 00:00 - Intro

01:10 - Wildfires burn through forests and convert plant life into basic elements...primarily carbon, nitrogen and phosphorus.

02:15 - The closer you are to the fire, the more contamination will get in your water. If you can smell smoke, it's getting into your pool too.

03:45 - Prepare for the smoke, ash and debris when fires start. Be proactive.

03:59 - Rare instances: helicopters borrowing water from your pool, and fire extinguisher chemicals getting into your pool. Most likely this is a drain and refill.

05:47 - Nothing replaces physically cleaning out debris and cleaning the filter. Chemicals will not remove physical debris.

07:30 - Enzymes break down carbon non-living organics. Perfect for addressing carbon contaminants like smoke and ash.

08:51 - Phosphates should be removed too. Consider PR-10,000 or CV-700 enzyme + phosphate remover.

10:02 - Thanks for listening! Find more on our website blog or the 'articles' section of the Orenda App.

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]]> Wildfires and Swimming Pools Eric Knight 00:10:57 In this brief episode, Eric talks about how wildfires affect pool chemistry. It's pretty simple: if you can smell the smoke, carbon, nitrogen and phosphates are getting into your pools. Be proactive, and learn how to clean up after. Above all, stay safe. In this brief episode, Eric talks about how wildfires affect pool chemistry. It's pretty simple: if you can smell the smoke, carbon, nitrogen and phosphates are getting into your pools. Be proactive, and learn how to clean up after. Above all, stay safe. wildfires and pools, wildfire swimming pool, how to hold chlorine in a pool, clean up a pool after a fire false full 38 0e6d2c94-48f0-47b4-bfba-7e35ed86acfa Pool Party Chemistry 00:00 - Intro

01:44 - Biggest difference between normal pool days and a pool party: bather load.

05:28 - Visit our Second Pillar of proactive pool care, about non-living organics.

08:21 - Holy trinity of pools: Circulation, Filtration, and Chemistry. All three suffer during a pool party.

13:08 - Prepare water and clean it up afterward. Homeowners have an advantage because they know when the party is going to happen, and they can prepare. Service professionals visit once a week, so they do not have that luxury.

17:27 - Best practices: handle the oxidant demand, communicate, and increase chlorine (not shocking, just raising it up to about 5 ppm). Also, clean strainer baskets and vacuum debris out of the pool ahead of time.

20:48 - Clean up the toys afterward so the pool can be vacuumed and cleaned faster after the party.

23:22 - Thanks for listening!

 

 

 

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]]> Wed, 1 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/pool-party-chemistry-qh2i4TDr 00:00 - Intro

01:44 - Biggest difference between normal pool days and a pool party: bather load.

05:28 - Visit our Second Pillar of proactive pool care, about non-living organics.

08:21 - Holy trinity of pools: Circulation, Filtration, and Chemistry. All three suffer during a pool party.

13:08 - Prepare water and clean it up afterward. Homeowners have an advantage because they know when the party is going to happen, and they can prepare. Service professionals visit once a week, so they do not have that luxury.

17:27 - Best practices: handle the oxidant demand, communicate, and increase chlorine (not shocking, just raising it up to about 5 ppm). Also, clean strainer baskets and vacuum debris out of the pool ahead of time.

20:48 - Clean up the toys afterward so the pool can be vacuumed and cleaned faster after the party.

23:22 - Thanks for listening!

 

 

 

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]]> Pool Party Chemistry Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:24:37 Eric and Jarred talk about the challenges of hosting a pool party. The chlorine demand surges, and is often overwhelmed. So being proactive and also cleaning up after-the-fact are important strategies. Eric and Jarred talk about the challenges of hosting a pool party. The chlorine demand surges, and is often overwhelmed. So being proactive and also cleaning up after-the-fact are important strategies. pool bather load, pool party, pool party chemistry false full 37 a6ac88fb-940f-48a6-8dd1-71006e031871 Evaporation and Accumulation 00:00 - Intro

02:21 - Evaporation is the process of liquid water converting into water vapor (gas). And this process takes energy (heat) to occur.

03:40 - Humidity in the air and the difference between air and water temperature (delta T) are the two main factors that determine evaporation rate.

05:03 - How evaporation affects water chemistry.  An average pool loses roughly its entire volume of pool water in a given year.

06:28 - Difference in temperature between water and air matters a lot. Cold air and warm water evaporates more. 

08:58 - Anything in tap water tends to accumulate over time (calcium, metals, etc.). Things not in tap water tend to stay consistent (CYA, salinity, etc.)

10:34 - https://blog.orendatech.com/evaporation-and-accumulation

11:27 - Evaporation scum/scale line on their tile, above the waterline. Not necessarily an LSI violation, because water leaves, so the saturation of CaCO3 goes up.

14:21 - Winterization involves draining water down, and the dilution throughout the winter drastically changes water chemistry.

16:52 - Analogy: glass of water. CH = 200 ppm.  Drink half, the CH does not change.  Let half evaporate, and the CH doubles.

18:19 - Thanks for listening!

 

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02:21 - Evaporation is the process of liquid water converting into water vapor (gas). And this process takes energy (heat) to occur.

03:40 - Humidity in the air and the difference between air and water temperature (delta T) are the two main factors that determine evaporation rate.

05:03 - How evaporation affects water chemistry.  An average pool loses roughly its entire volume of pool water in a given year.

06:28 - Difference in temperature between water and air matters a lot. Cold air and warm water evaporates more. 

08:58 - Anything in tap water tends to accumulate over time (calcium, metals, etc.). Things not in tap water tend to stay consistent (CYA, salinity, etc.)

10:34 - https://blog.orendatech.com/evaporation-and-accumulation

11:27 - Evaporation scum/scale line on their tile, above the waterline. Not necessarily an LSI violation, because water leaves, so the saturation of CaCO3 goes up.

14:21 - Winterization involves draining water down, and the dilution throughout the winter drastically changes water chemistry.

16:52 - Analogy: glass of water. CH = 200 ppm.  Drink half, the CH does not change.  Let half evaporate, and the CH doubles.

18:19 - Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Evaporation and Accumulation Eric Knight 00:19:53 Swimming pools evaporate roughly their entire volume of water in a year. Let's discuss how that impacts water chemistry. Eric covers dilution, accumulation of TDS, and other factors you should keep in mind. Swimming pools evaporate roughly their entire volume of water in a year. Let's discuss how that impacts water chemistry. Eric covers dilution, accumulation of TDS, and other factors you should keep in mind. cya accumulation, calcium hardness, rising calcium hardness, pool chemistry, pool evaporation false full 36 09a5ea8b-361d-413f-bf2b-c763ef4e6c0f Containing pH vs. Controlling pH 00:00 - Intro

01:30 - Controlling pH is not possible. pH moves with anything that happens to the water. It's a reactionary chemistry.

04:07 - Many ways for you to balance the LSI. Use the Orenda App and find out what works for you. 

05:45 - Disclosure for commercial pool operators with pH limit of 7.8, and those with chemical automation/acid feeders.

10:26 - White rings around aggregate means the loss of calcium hydroxide (aggressive water stole calcium). From the ITZs.

12:33 - Example using the Orenda app. Let's do this together so you can see for yourself.

17:31 - What if we leverage Henry's Law, and use it to our advantage?

19:21 - Containing pH means never going RED on the LSI calculator, so the pH naturally rises to its ceiling (Henry's Law), and no further.

25:00 - Quick recap of why pH has to rise.  CO2 determines pH, and CO2 has to off-gas to equalize with CO2 above the water (Henry's Law). 

29:58 - Stop thinking of pH as something you can control. Focus on keeping the LSI balanced by containing pH.

31:00 - Recap. Focus on proper sanitization (FC:CYA) and your LSI. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 25 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/containing-ph-vs-controlling-ph-OM0eCWdT 00:00 - Intro

01:30 - Controlling pH is not possible. pH moves with anything that happens to the water. It's a reactionary chemistry.

04:07 - Many ways for you to balance the LSI. Use the Orenda App and find out what works for you. 

05:45 - Disclosure for commercial pool operators with pH limit of 7.8, and those with chemical automation/acid feeders.

10:26 - White rings around aggregate means the loss of calcium hydroxide (aggressive water stole calcium). From the ITZs.

12:33 - Example using the Orenda app. Let's do this together so you can see for yourself.

17:31 - What if we leverage Henry's Law, and use it to our advantage?

19:21 - Containing pH means never going RED on the LSI calculator, so the pH naturally rises to its ceiling (Henry's Law), and no further.

25:00 - Quick recap of why pH has to rise.  CO2 determines pH, and CO2 has to off-gas to equalize with CO2 above the water (Henry's Law). 

29:58 - Stop thinking of pH as something you can control. Focus on keeping the LSI balanced by containing pH.

31:00 - Recap. Focus on proper sanitization (FC:CYA) and your LSI. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Containing pH vs. Controlling pH Eric Knight 00:32:10 This episode expands on Episode 29. It's a paradigm shift to think of pH as predictable, but it is, thanks to Henry's Law of physics. Eric drives home the points that pH does not need to be reduced to 7.4-7.6 each week, especially if there is any CYA in the water. Focus on containing pH instead, letting it rise naturally, and accounting for that rise with the LSI. This episode expands on Episode 29. It's a paradigm shift to think of pH as predictable, but it is, thanks to Henry's Law of physics. Eric drives home the points that pH does not need to be reduced to 7.4-7.6 each week, especially if there is any CYA in the water. Focus on containing pH instead, letting it rise naturally, and accounting for that rise with the LSI. swimming pool ph, henry's law of physics, what causes ph to rise?, how to manage pool chemistry, co2 and ph, ph control false full 35 e7f39481-43a3-4f7b-bd9d-f14fae67c97c Calcium Flakes in Saltwater Pools 00:00 - Intro

03:15 - Calcium flakes and other deposits in salt pools are very common. You're not alone if your pool has them.

05:00 - Our first question when someone calls about calcium flakes: "what is your alkalinity?"

10:33 - How salt cells work, from the inside out

12:16 - What does the salt cell do throughout the day? What to the percentages of output actually mean?

14:12 - Reversing polarity (changing direction of electricity) in between on/off cycles of salt cells. This fractures calcium carbonate into flakes, which blow into your pool.

14:53 - Most of the time, flakes are in your spa, or near your closest return to the equipment.

15:41 - Flakes tumble around in the pool and smooth out and look more like sno-kone ice.

21:31 - Solutions to this problem: balance your LSI, use SC-1000, and operate with lower alkalinity.

27:37 - Allow more circulation time. Most scale is formed right after circulation stops (warm, stagnant water with high pH).

30:08 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 18 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/calcium-flakes-in-saltwater-pools-_T5jBlN5 00:00 - Intro

03:15 - Calcium flakes and other deposits in salt pools are very common. You're not alone if your pool has them.

05:00 - Our first question when someone calls about calcium flakes: "what is your alkalinity?"

10:33 - How salt cells work, from the inside out

12:16 - What does the salt cell do throughout the day? What to the percentages of output actually mean?

14:12 - Reversing polarity (changing direction of electricity) in between on/off cycles of salt cells. This fractures calcium carbonate into flakes, which blow into your pool.

14:53 - Most of the time, flakes are in your spa, or near your closest return to the equipment.

15:41 - Flakes tumble around in the pool and smooth out and look more like sno-kone ice.

21:31 - Solutions to this problem: balance your LSI, use SC-1000, and operate with lower alkalinity.

27:37 - Allow more circulation time. Most scale is formed right after circulation stops (warm, stagnant water with high pH).

30:08 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

28:21 - Thank you for listening!

 

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]]> Calcium Flakes in Saltwater Pools Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight 00:32:28 If you have a saltwater pool, you have probably seen calcium flakes or other calcium deposits in your pool. Eric and Jarred explain why this happens, and how to prevent it. If you have a saltwater pool, you have probably seen calcium flakes or other calcium deposits in your pool. Eric and Jarred explain why this happens, and how to prevent it. salt pool issues, calcium flakes in salt pool, lsi pool, calcium in saltwater pool, salt pool, saltwater pool scale, calcium in pools, scale in salt pool false full 34 c8b91098-2dd9-4db4-a1c0-397293ae9c15 Combined Chlorine 201: How to reduce combined chlorine 00:00 - Intro

02:15 - How do we get rid of combined chlorine? Do we just let chlorine do its thing?

02:49 - Two categories of how to reduce combined chlorine: chemically and physically.

03:30 - Two chemical options: breakpoint chlorination and supplementing chlorine with enzyme or a non-chlorine oxidizer shock. But enzymes and non-chlorine oxidizers do not directly reduce combined chlorine...only chlorine can.

15:06 - Physically removing combined chlorine is done with secondary systems.  Oxidizers and UV sanitizer.  Ozone and AOP are oxidizers that destroy both nitrogen compounds and formed chloramines. UV can only destroy formed chloramines.

23:43 - If you have a heavy bather load, a secondary system makes a lot of sense.

24:30 - Being proactive means finding the source of nitrogen and addressing that.  Check deck cleaners, any algaecide or other product containing ammonia (or ammonium) and keep them out of your pool.

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]]> Wed, 11 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Joe Sweazy) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/combined-chlorine-201-how-to-reduce-combined-chlorine-Luxn_NXV 00:00 - Intro

02:15 - How do we get rid of combined chlorine? Do we just let chlorine do its thing?

02:49 - Two categories of how to reduce combined chlorine: chemically and physically.

03:30 - Two chemical options: breakpoint chlorination and supplementing chlorine with enzyme or a non-chlorine oxidizer shock. But enzymes and non-chlorine oxidizers do not directly reduce combined chlorine...only chlorine can.

15:06 - Physically removing combined chlorine is done with secondary systems.  Oxidizers and UV sanitizer.  Ozone and AOP are oxidizers that destroy both nitrogen compounds and formed chloramines. UV can only destroy formed chloramines.

23:43 - If you have a heavy bather load, a secondary system makes a lot of sense.

24:30 - Being proactive means finding the source of nitrogen and addressing that.  Check deck cleaners, any algaecide or other product containing ammonia (or ammonium) and keep them out of your pool.

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]]> Combined Chlorine 201: How to reduce combined chlorine Eric Knight, Joe Sweazy 00:27:52 Eric and Joe expand on combined chlorine in this episode, and talk about the ways to reduce it in your water. Removing combined chlorine means destroying nitrogen compounds either chemically or with secondary systems like ozone, AOP or UV. Eric and Joe expand on combined chlorine in this episode, and talk about the ways to reduce it in your water. Removing combined chlorine means destroying nitrogen compounds either chemically or with secondary systems like ozone, AOP or UV. chloramines, remove combined chlorine, destroy chloramines, dichloramine, reduce combined chlorine, nitrogen trichloride, combined chlorine, monochloramine false full 33 6743d627-307f-4992-9b27-229a79513871 Combined Chlorine 101: What are chloramines? 00:00 - Intro

00:59 - This will be complex chemistry, but very simplified.

02:07 - What is combined chlorine? What does chlorine "combine with"?

05:32 - Combined chlorine is an indicator of your chlorine falling behind, and the byproducts are the cause of bather discomfort, irritation and sickness.

06:00 - The pool industry uses the term "chloramines" generally to describe all of these combined chlorine byproducts.

12:06 - Chloramines, far more than pH, are behind bather discomfort, eye and throat irritation, etc.

16:12 - Even if you have a bromine pool, similar chemistry occurs (bromamines).

21:27 - There is no chemical way to get rid of nitrogen byproducts without chlorine combining there.  There isn't a natural enzyme or other chemical that can break down nitrogen compounds.

28:00 - Nitrogen in your water means your chlorine will be tied up dealing with it.

28:21 - Thank you for listening!

 

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]]> Wed, 4 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Joe Sweazy) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/combined-chlorine-101-wRfGNVVK 00:00 - Intro

00:59 - This will be complex chemistry, but very simplified.

02:07 - What is combined chlorine? What does chlorine "combine with"?

05:32 - Combined chlorine is an indicator of your chlorine falling behind, and the byproducts are the cause of bather discomfort, irritation and sickness.

06:00 - The pool industry uses the term "chloramines" generally to describe all of these combined chlorine byproducts.

12:06 - Chloramines, far more than pH, are behind bather discomfort, eye and throat irritation, etc.

16:12 - Even if you have a bromine pool, similar chemistry occurs (bromamines).

21:27 - There is no chemical way to get rid of nitrogen byproducts without chlorine combining there.  There isn't a natural enzyme or other chemical that can break down nitrogen compounds.

28:00 - Nitrogen in your water means your chlorine will be tied up dealing with it.

28:21 - Thank you for listening!

 

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]]> Combined Chlorine 101: What are chloramines? Eric Knight, Joe Sweazy 00:30:18 Does your pool have combined chlorine? Combined chlorine only happens when the water has nitrogen compounds in it. Chlorine combines with them in the oxidation process. This episode explains more about chloramines, organic and inorganic nitrogen. Does your pool have combined chlorine? Combined chlorine only happens when the water has nitrogen compounds in it. Chlorine combines with them in the oxidation process. This episode explains more about chloramines, organic and inorganic nitrogen. how to reduce combined chlorine, chloramines in water, what are chloramines?, combined chlorine, chloramine false full 32 d801ef96-2254-45a3-9320-124ac64569ea Muriatic acid alternatives: Sulfuric Acid, Sodium Bisulfate and CO2 00:00 - Intro

01:33 - We're in an muriatic acid shortage. Thanks, COVID.

02:21 - Two specialty acids: modified Muriatic Acids for less fuming: AcidBlue and AcidMagic. 

03:06 - Muriatic acid is a diluted form of Hydrochloric acid (HCl). It is 31.45% HCl or less.

04:14 - Sulfuric acid (H2SO4) is sold in 38.5% concentration. It is comparable in dosing to standard 31.45% HCl. It takes just 2% more sulfuric acid to equal muriatic by volume.

09:36 - Sodium bisulfate (NaHSO4) is sold in 93.2% concentration. It is also known as "dry acid", or in pool retail stores, "pH down" or "alkalinity down". It is safer to handle than liquid acid, but needs to be pre-dissolved before adding to the pool.

11:48 - Let's talk about sulfates (SO4--) or (SO3--).

12:05 - One gallon of 38.5% sulfuric acid leaves behind 47.1 ppm of sulfates in 10,000 gallons.

13:19 - One pound of 93.2% of sodium bisulfate leaves behind 9.6 ppm of sulfates in 10,000 gallons, plus salt.

14:58 - even in perfectly LSI-balanced water, if you have high enough sulfates, you can still have etching of cement. The sulfate ion (SO3--) can become the dominant ion and kicks carbonate off of calcium (Ca++) and create calcium sulfate.  Enough calcium sulfate can precipitate a sharp crystalline scale.

18:08 - The only way to reduce sulfates is to drain and dilute.  Unless you have Reverse Osmosis (R.O.) available. If you're going to use sulfuric or sodium bisulfate, you must regularly schedule dilutions to avoid sulfate problems.

19:53 - Sulfates and metals can combine to create that infamous 'rotten egg' smell. We think of it as sulfur, but it's usually iron sulfate or some variant.

21:08 - The third alternative for pH reduction is injecting carbon dioxide (CO2). It reduces pH but does not reduce alkalinity. In fact, alkalinity tends to rise due to excess lye from chlorine.

22:18 - Acid only introduces more CO2 (to reduce pH) is to burn through alkalinity and convert it into carbonic acid.  And Joe thought I was asking a trick question. There is no CO2 in acid.

24:39 - One pound of CO2 is equivalent to 32.8 fl.oz. of standard Muriatic Acid for pH correction.

27:08 - Summary

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]]> Wed, 28 Jul 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Joe Sweazy) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/muriatic-acid-alternatives-sulfuric-acid-sodium-bisulfate-and-co2-ptx6vtEQ 00:00 - Intro

01:33 - We're in an muriatic acid shortage. Thanks, COVID.

02:21 - Two specialty acids: modified Muriatic Acids for less fuming: AcidBlue and AcidMagic. 

03:06 - Muriatic acid is a diluted form of Hydrochloric acid (HCl). It is 31.45% HCl or less.

04:14 - Sulfuric acid (H2SO4) is sold in 38.5% concentration. It is comparable in dosing to standard 31.45% HCl. It takes just 2% more sulfuric acid to equal muriatic by volume.

09:36 - Sodium bisulfate (NaHSO4) is sold in 93.2% concentration. It is also known as "dry acid", or in pool retail stores, "pH down" or "alkalinity down". It is safer to handle than liquid acid, but needs to be pre-dissolved before adding to the pool.

11:48 - Let's talk about sulfates (SO4--) or (SO3--).

12:05 - One gallon of 38.5% sulfuric acid leaves behind 47.1 ppm of sulfates in 10,000 gallons.

13:19 - One pound of 93.2% of sodium bisulfate leaves behind 9.6 ppm of sulfates in 10,000 gallons, plus salt.

14:58 - even in perfectly LSI-balanced water, if you have high enough sulfates, you can still have etching of cement. The sulfate ion (SO3--) can become the dominant ion and kicks carbonate off of calcium (Ca++) and create calcium sulfate.  Enough calcium sulfate can precipitate a sharp crystalline scale.

18:08 - The only way to reduce sulfates is to drain and dilute.  Unless you have Reverse Osmosis (R.O.) available. If you're going to use sulfuric or sodium bisulfate, you must regularly schedule dilutions to avoid sulfate problems.

19:53 - Sulfates and metals can combine to create that infamous 'rotten egg' smell. We think of it as sulfur, but it's usually iron sulfate or some variant.

21:08 - The third alternative for pH reduction is injecting carbon dioxide (CO2). It reduces pH but does not reduce alkalinity. In fact, alkalinity tends to rise due to excess lye from chlorine.

22:18 - Acid only introduces more CO2 (to reduce pH) is to burn through alkalinity and convert it into carbonic acid.  And Joe thought I was asking a trick question. There is no CO2 in acid.

24:39 - One pound of CO2 is equivalent to 32.8 fl.oz. of standard Muriatic Acid for pH correction.

27:08 - Summary

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]]> Muriatic acid alternatives: Sulfuric Acid, Sodium Bisulfate and CO2 Eric Knight, Joe Sweazy 00:28:36 The 2021 chlorine shortage has (not surprisingly) led to a muriatic acid shortage too. So what are the alternatives to muriatic acid? Eric and Joe introduce sulfuric acid, sodium bisulfate, and injecting CO2. The 2021 chlorine shortage has (not surprisingly) led to a muriatic acid shortage too. So what are the alternatives to muriatic acid? Eric and Joe introduce sulfuric acid, sodium bisulfate, and injecting CO2. acid dosing for pool, hydrochloric acid, muriatic vs. sulfuric, muriatic vs. sodium bisulfate, sulfuric acid, muriatic acid, sodium bisulfate acid, sodium bisulfate false full 31 6f152813-48f9-4256-a943-03553a7a1b78 Ways to optimize chlorine efficiency 00:00 - Intro

02:57 - How to we make use of the limited chlorine we have?

03:33 - The chlorine shortage explained (by Joe, so it's better)

06:58 - Chlorinate at a time that direct sunlight does not hit the liquid chlorine. Either in shade or at night.

09:06 - Don't hoard liquid chlorine. It degrades over time, and don't be that person. Your peers and neighbors need chlorine too. 

10:22 - What else can be done? Secondary oxidation/sanitization can supplement chlorine.

12:34 - What about deliberately slowing down chlorine? (Intentionally raising CYA)

15:02 - If you raise CYA on purpose, you can do that, but you should remove phosphates and non-living organics to further optimize the slower chlorine that you have.

15:55 - Keep nitrogen compounds (like ammonia or urea) out of your pool. 

19:28 - If you're using algaecides, be aware of their byproducts. All of them have byproducts that will eventually conflict with chlorine and reduce it.

21:14 - Summary

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]]> Wed, 21 Jul 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Joe Sweazy) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/ways-to-optimize-chlorine-efficiency-7qT4QNKt 00:00 - Intro

02:57 - How to we make use of the limited chlorine we have?

03:33 - The chlorine shortage explained (by Joe, so it's better)

06:58 - Chlorinate at a time that direct sunlight does not hit the liquid chlorine. Either in shade or at night.

09:06 - Don't hoard liquid chlorine. It degrades over time, and don't be that person. Your peers and neighbors need chlorine too. 

10:22 - What else can be done? Secondary oxidation/sanitization can supplement chlorine.

12:34 - What about deliberately slowing down chlorine? (Intentionally raising CYA)

15:02 - If you raise CYA on purpose, you can do that, but you should remove phosphates and non-living organics to further optimize the slower chlorine that you have.

15:55 - Keep nitrogen compounds (like ammonia or urea) out of your pool. 

19:28 - If you're using algaecides, be aware of their byproducts. All of them have byproducts that will eventually conflict with chlorine and reduce it.

21:14 - Summary

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]]> Ways to optimize chlorine efficiency Eric Knight, Joe Sweazy 00:24:25 Shortly after Eric and Joe attempted (only somewhat successfully) to get headphones and microphones to stay connected, this episode discussed several ways to extend chlorine and optimize its efficiency. Some key takeaways: you can raise CYA in a controlled way, but supplementing chlorine is still a huge benefit. Also, we talk about combined chlorine and keeping ammonia out of your pool. Shortly after Eric and Joe attempted (only somewhat successfully) to get headphones and microphones to stay connected, this episode discussed several ways to extend chlorine and optimize its efficiency. Some key takeaways: you can raise CYA in a controlled way, but supplementing chlorine is still a huge benefit. Also, we talk about combined chlorine and keeping ammonia out of your pool. chlorine demand, how to optimize chlorine, non-living organics, how to extend chlorine, free chlorine to cyanuric acid ratio, fc:cya, chlorine shortage, chlorine efficiency false full 30 136fadb8-143b-4a82-b57d-819d68b8eb80 How to Use Less Acid: Stop Chasing pH 00:00 - Intro

01:23 - Acid shortage.

03:18 - Why do we chase pH? Because the textbooks tell us to.

04:01 - Chlorine speed (%HOCl) and pH

06:18 - pH and bather comfort? Fake news.

07:03 - We have been conditioned to look to acid for help

09:31 - LSI first, range chemistry second.

10:24 - Containing pH instead of trying to control it

12:28 - Physics and pH rebound

13:42 - Equilibrium between water and air

15:09 - Henry's Law

18:26 - Carbonated beer

19:47 - pH ceiling

22:25 - Containing the natural pH rise

26:18 - Micro adjustments

28:09 - Chemical shortages are opportunities for positive change

30:18 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> Fri, 2 Jul 2021 18:17:28 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-use-less-acid-stop-chasing-ph-8pc_jULZ 00:00 - Intro

01:23 - Acid shortage.

03:18 - Why do we chase pH? Because the textbooks tell us to.

04:01 - Chlorine speed (%HOCl) and pH

06:18 - pH and bather comfort? Fake news.

07:03 - We have been conditioned to look to acid for help

09:31 - LSI first, range chemistry second.

10:24 - Containing pH instead of trying to control it

12:28 - Physics and pH rebound

13:42 - Equilibrium between water and air

15:09 - Henry's Law

18:26 - Carbonated beer

19:47 - pH ceiling

22:25 - Containing the natural pH rise

26:18 - Micro adjustments

28:09 - Chemical shortages are opportunities for positive change

30:18 - Summary. Thanks for listening!

 

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]]> How to Use Less Acid: Stop Chasing pH Eric Knight 00:32:48 In a solo episode, Eric discusses the impending acid shortage, and how we can use less acid. Acid is overused in the pool business for several reasons discussed in this episode. Eric also dives into Henry's Law of physics, and explains why pH naturally rises, and how we must abandon attempts to 'control' pH, and instead 'contain' pH. In a solo episode, Eric discusses the impending acid shortage, and how we can use less acid. Acid is overused in the pool business for several reasons discussed in this episode. Eric also dives into Henry's Law of physics, and explains why pH naturally rises, and how we must abandon attempts to 'control' pH, and instead 'contain' pH. acid dosing for pool, how to use less acid, ph containment, orenda ph, ph and alkalinity, reduce acid demand, ph control, acid demand false full 29 72ca32b2-4c3d-4b3c-b7a5-5936fbd4fcd8 Minimalist Pool Care, with Harold Evans 00:00 - Intro

01:20 - Orenda is more of a philosophy than a product line

04:12 - Chemical conflicts

14:43 - No long-term byproducts left behind (Papaw's Law)

19:29 - Minimalist pool care

31:40 - The love affair with chlorine and acid is a bad habit, and it has consequences

37:24 - A trusted source of information for all levels of pool owners/operators

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]]> Wed, 23 Jun 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Harold Evans, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/minimalist-pool-care-with-harold-evans-E0QH9tQt 00:00 - Intro

01:20 - Orenda is more of a philosophy than a product line

04:12 - Chemical conflicts

14:43 - No long-term byproducts left behind (Papaw's Law)

19:29 - Minimalist pool care

31:40 - The love affair with chlorine and acid is a bad habit, and it has consequences

37:24 - A trusted source of information for all levels of pool owners/operators

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]]> Minimalist Pool Care, with Harold Evans Harold Evans, Eric Knight 00:43:15 Harold Evans is a man of vast experience in the swimming pool business, and a penchant for blunt honesty. In this episode, we dissect his philosophy of minimalism in pool chemistry. We talk about why Orenda is contrarian in some aspects of education, but we always have the truth and the big picture in mind...even when it's inconvenient. Harold Evans is a man of vast experience in the swimming pool business, and a penchant for blunt honesty. In this episode, we dissect his philosophy of minimalism in pool chemistry. We talk about why Orenda is contrarian in some aspects of education, but we always have the truth and the big picture in mind...even when it's inconvenient. pool chemistry conflicts, orenda pool, chlorine byproduct, minimalist pool chemistry, chemical byproducts in pools false full 28 9a52f357-1d33-402d-90ab-6e1191f5c9fa The Golden Rule, with Harold Evans 00:00 - Intro

03:48 - Our strategy at Orenda: a minimalist approach, proactive pool chemistry

06:24 - What has changed in the pool industry culture?

09:00 - The aptitude in the industry has improved, and is essential for our future

09:47 - Old habits still dominate...but change is already occurring in a good direction 

14:03 - Cynicism in pool forums is hurtful to our industry

18:20 - Give the customer the service you would want if you were the customer

26:25 - Customers buy things online and ask service pros to install it

32:45 - Respect must flow both ways in a service relationship with a customer.

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]]> Wed, 16 Jun 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Harold Evans) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/the-golden-rule-harold-evans-NgexgJVN 00:00 - Intro

03:48 - Our strategy at Orenda: a minimalist approach, proactive pool chemistry

06:24 - What has changed in the pool industry culture?

09:00 - The aptitude in the industry has improved, and is essential for our future

09:47 - Old habits still dominate...but change is already occurring in a good direction 

14:03 - Cynicism in pool forums is hurtful to our industry

18:20 - Give the customer the service you would want if you were the customer

26:25 - Customers buy things online and ask service pros to install it

32:45 - Respect must flow both ways in a service relationship with a customer.

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]]> The Golden Rule, with Harold Evans Eric Knight, Harold Evans 00:43:32 Treating others the way you want to be treated is the essence of The Golden Rule. In the pool business, that means treating customers with honesty and respect, but more than that, assertiveness. Respect goes both ways, because pool service professionals have to make a living too, and cannot be everything to everyone. Treating others the way you want to be treated is the essence of The Golden Rule. In the pool business, that means treating customers with honesty and respect, but more than that, assertiveness. Respect goes both ways, because pool service professionals have to make a living too, and cannot be everything to everyone. swimming pool service, trichlor, swimming pool industry, variable speed pool pump, chlorine shortage, swimming pool automation false full 27 dc96fe82-03a4-4e88-8320-77afb61e2139 How to Fix 3 Types of Green Pools 00:00 - Intro

01:31 - Green water from calcium/alkalinity imbalance. Add calcium.

03:08 - Copper. Figure out where the copper is coming from (and stop it), then remove copper.

04:51 - SC-1000 is not a stain or metal remover. It is a chelating agent that needs to be used in conjunction with a citric/ascorbic acid and a metal filter/remover.

07:17 - Algae. Chlorine (HOCl) is the best algaecide. Orenda does NOT make any algaecides.

14:20 - Remove debris from a green pool, because piles underwater can protect algae from chlorine.

18:45 - Liquid chlorine is the preferred chlorine method for green pool cleanups.

19:46 - Reminder: never mix different types of chlorine!

23:25 - Green pool cleanup process (in order): remove debris. Netting, brushing, vacuuming. Super-chlorinate, add PR-10,000, then CV-600 or CV-700 enzymes.

26:21 - When do we add enzymes? Some add them same day, some add the next day. Both seem to work.

31:00 - Recap: first, figure out why your pool is green. It may not be algae.

33:23 - Thank you for listening!

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]]> Wed, 9 Jun 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-fix-3-types-of-green-pools-UKAtJB0w 00:00 - Intro

01:31 - Green water from calcium/alkalinity imbalance. Add calcium.

03:08 - Copper. Figure out where the copper is coming from (and stop it), then remove copper.

04:51 - SC-1000 is not a stain or metal remover. It is a chelating agent that needs to be used in conjunction with a citric/ascorbic acid and a metal filter/remover.

07:17 - Algae. Chlorine (HOCl) is the best algaecide. Orenda does NOT make any algaecides.

14:20 - Remove debris from a green pool, because piles underwater can protect algae from chlorine.

18:45 - Liquid chlorine is the preferred chlorine method for green pool cleanups.

19:46 - Reminder: never mix different types of chlorine!

23:25 - Green pool cleanup process (in order): remove debris. Netting, brushing, vacuuming. Super-chlorinate, add PR-10,000, then CV-600 or CV-700 enzymes.

26:21 - When do we add enzymes? Some add them same day, some add the next day. Both seem to work.

31:00 - Recap: first, figure out why your pool is green. It may not be algae.

33:23 - Thank you for listening!

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]]> How to Fix 3 Types of Green Pools Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:35:03 Pools can turn green for three main reasons (and some extra rare circumstances too). Water could be green from an imbalance of alkalinity and calcium hardness (too much alk relative to calcium), copper oxidation, or algae. In this episode, Jarred and Eric cover all three, and how to diagnose with the "white bucket test". Pools can turn green for three main reasons (and some extra rare circumstances too). Water could be green from an imbalance of alkalinity and calcium hardness (too much alk relative to calcium), copper oxidation, or algae. In this episode, Jarred and Eric cover all three, and how to diagnose with the "white bucket test". copper in pool, green water in pool, pool green from low calcium, green pool, pool algae, copper staining, green pool from copper false full 26 eb97e042-b4fa-4896-aa21-fd6bcc7bcda6 Why is My Pool Green? 00:00 - Intro

01:43 - This pool wasn't an opaque green, it was translucent, tinging green.

02:09 - We know of at least three reasons pools turn green.

03:11 - We could safely rule out copper for this customer.

03:43 - Jarred is a popular guy (phone rings).

04:50 - The next day, the water was perfectly clear and blue, by increasing calcium relative to alkalinity.

05:48 - We don't know why, but if you have too little calcium hardness relative to alkalinity, the water can turn green (but clear).

06:18 - Dr. McNamara: Optimal ratio to inject CO2 is 4:1 (calcium to total alkalinity). If you're under 3:1, water can start to tinge green.

10:43 - The white bucket test (add chlorine to green water and observe color change)

18:08 - If you have algae taking over your pool, your algae is outpacing the killing rate of chlorine.

19:12 - Control what you can control. CYA and chlorine, phosphate levels (indirect relationship, but important). What really matters is your free chlorine and CYA.

24:00 - Wrapping up with two more topics:  CO2 feeders and Potassium Monopersulfate. Both can fuel algae growth.

27:21 - Summary: pool can turn green for three reasons: copper, calcium/alkalinity imbalance, algae.

27:55 - Thank you for listening!

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]]> Wed, 2 Jun 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/why-is-my-pool-green-uS4jKA_f 00:00 - Intro

01:43 - This pool wasn't an opaque green, it was translucent, tinging green.

02:09 - We know of at least three reasons pools turn green.

03:11 - We could safely rule out copper for this customer.

03:43 - Jarred is a popular guy (phone rings).

04:50 - The next day, the water was perfectly clear and blue, by increasing calcium relative to alkalinity.

05:48 - We don't know why, but if you have too little calcium hardness relative to alkalinity, the water can turn green (but clear).

06:18 - Dr. McNamara: Optimal ratio to inject CO2 is 4:1 (calcium to total alkalinity). If you're under 3:1, water can start to tinge green.

10:43 - The white bucket test (add chlorine to green water and observe color change)

18:08 - If you have algae taking over your pool, your algae is outpacing the killing rate of chlorine.

19:12 - Control what you can control. CYA and chlorine, phosphate levels (indirect relationship, but important). What really matters is your free chlorine and CYA.

24:00 - Wrapping up with two more topics:  CO2 feeders and Potassium Monopersulfate. Both can fuel algae growth.

27:21 - Summary: pool can turn green for three reasons: copper, calcium/alkalinity imbalance, algae.

27:55 - Thank you for listening!

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]]> Why is My Pool Green? Jarred Morgan, Eric Knight 00:28:44 Swimming pools can turn green for several reasons. There are three main ones: copper oxidation, an imbalance of alkalinity and calcium, and of course the biggest culprit, algae. Swimming pools can turn green for several reasons. There are three main ones: copper oxidation, an imbalance of alkalinity and calcium, and of course the biggest culprit, algae. copper in pool, algae pool, green pool, calcium and alkalinity imbalance, pool water green, algae in pool, green pool from copper false full 25 d1c86737-9371-4b62-b9a5-654ed278a547 Pillar 4: Minimal Cyanuric Acid (CYA) | Orenda's Four Pillars 00:00 - Intro

01:19 - What is CYA and why do we use it?

04:54 - Hot temperatures do NOT mean you need more CYA. Temp has nothing to do with sunlight protection and CYA. But chlorine does get used up faster because it works better.

10:52 - You do not need a lower pH to have strong chlorine (%HOCl) when you have CYA in your water.

12:00 - Percentages of HOCl without CYA are pH-dependent. With CYA, that no longer applies.

15:57 - Overstabilization = too much CYA relative to Chlorine

19:39 - Oversabilization is an accumulation problem, usually from stabilized chlorines Trichlor and Dichlor.

19:59 - One pound of trichlor in 10,000 gallons of water adds 6-6.5 ppm of CYA. It adds up quickly.

23:30 - How often should we be testing for CYA?

26:36 - Enroll in Orenda Academy™ for more information

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]]> Wed, 26 May 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Joe Sweazy, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/pillar-4-minimal-cyanuric-acid-cya-4GfcnJ8D 00:00 - Intro

01:19 - What is CYA and why do we use it?

04:54 - Hot temperatures do NOT mean you need more CYA. Temp has nothing to do with sunlight protection and CYA. But chlorine does get used up faster because it works better.

10:52 - You do not need a lower pH to have strong chlorine (%HOCl) when you have CYA in your water.

12:00 - Percentages of HOCl without CYA are pH-dependent. With CYA, that no longer applies.

15:57 - Overstabilization = too much CYA relative to Chlorine

19:39 - Oversabilization is an accumulation problem, usually from stabilized chlorines Trichlor and Dichlor.

19:59 - One pound of trichlor in 10,000 gallons of water adds 6-6.5 ppm of CYA. It adds up quickly.

23:30 - How often should we be testing for CYA?

26:36 - Enroll in Orenda Academy™ for more information

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]]> Pillar 4: Minimal Cyanuric Acid (CYA) | Orenda's Four Pillars Joe Sweazy, Eric Knight 00:28:59 Our fourth pillar is about minimizing Cyanuric Acid (CYA). CYA, also known as chlorine stabilizer, protects chlorine from sunlight degradation. Some is good, but too much is bad. The action step is simple: keep your CYA below 50 ppm. Our fourth pillar is about minimizing Cyanuric Acid (CYA). CYA, also known as chlorine stabilizer, protects chlorine from sunlight degradation. Some is good, but too much is bad. The action step is simple: keep your CYA below 50 ppm. how to reduce cya, orenda pool, pool conditioner, cyanuric acid, chlorine stabilizer, high cya, cya false full 24 9f602ac9-8391-4738-94c6-d7cdc5e2209d Pillar 3: Phosphate Removal | Orenda's Four Pillars 00:00 - Intro

01:21 - Why do we need to remove phosphates? Do they really matter?

03:59 - What do phosphate test kits actually measure? 

04:40 - What are phosphates? And what variations of phosphates are there?

06:25 - Why are there phosphates in our drinking water? 

09:34 - Environment and bathers

11:03 - Most metal sequestering agents are phosphate-based

14:32  - Time your phosphate removal treatments appropriately

15:59 - You don't need a lot of phosphate remover. Or you could just throw a lot more chlorine at the problem if you ignore them.

16:18 - Growth/reproduction rate vs. killing rate of sanitizer(s)

16:46 - Phosphates will be within algae's cell walls. You may test low, but phosphates are present if you see algae.

19:09 - Thank you for listening!

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]]> Wed, 19 May 2021 13:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Joe Sweazy, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/pillar-3-phosphate-removal-NwfLsYaU 00:00 - Intro

01:21 - Why do we need to remove phosphates? Do they really matter?

03:59 - What do phosphate test kits actually measure? 

04:40 - What are phosphates? And what variations of phosphates are there?

06:25 - Why are there phosphates in our drinking water? 

09:34 - Environment and bathers

11:03 - Most metal sequestering agents are phosphate-based

14:32  - Time your phosphate removal treatments appropriately

15:59 - You don't need a lot of phosphate remover. Or you could just throw a lot more chlorine at the problem if you ignore them.

16:18 - Growth/reproduction rate vs. killing rate of sanitizer(s)

16:46 - Phosphates will be within algae's cell walls. You may test low, but phosphates are present if you see algae.

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]]> Pillar 3: Phosphate Removal | Orenda's Four Pillars Joe Sweazy, Eric Knight 00:18:54 Let's talk about phosphates, and why you should remove them from your water. Phosphates cannot be oxidized by chlorine, and they accumulate over time. Phosphates get into our pools via the tap water, sequestering agents, and nature. They accumulate over time. Remove phosphates and keep your level below 500 parts per billion (ppb). Let's talk about phosphates, and why you should remove them from your water. Phosphates cannot be oxidized by chlorine, and they accumulate over time. Phosphates get into our pools via the tap water, sequestering agents, and nature. They accumulate over time. Remove phosphates and keep your level below 500 parts per billion (ppb). phosphates in pool, phosphate, algae in pool false full 23 0273d81e-1e83-4a43-85c1-a446087c1e71 Pillar 2: Non-living Organics | Orenda's Four Pillars 00:00 - Intro

01:54 - Chlorine's responsibilities

02:48 - More of an oxidant demand than a sanitizer demand

03:02 -  Three categories of oxidants: metals, nitrogen compounds, and non-living organics

03:19 -  What does oxidation mean?

05:11 - Nitrogen compounds: ammonia and urea, and combined chlorine

07:54 -The bulk of chlorine's responsibilities (over 90%) are non-living organics

10:23 - Secondary oxidizer systems (ozone, AOP, and hyper-dissolved oxygen)

11:21 - Our not-so-shameless plug: enzymes are used to supplement chlorine against non-living organics

13:49 - Enzymes are not required, but beneficial, especially with larger bather loads

14:26 - Wildfire smoke/ash puts organics, nitrogen and phosphates in your pool. That's a serious chlorine demand.

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]]> Wed, 12 May 2021 19:10:25 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/pillar-2-non-living-organics-vp1KKgT3 00:00 - Intro

01:54 - Chlorine's responsibilities

02:48 - More of an oxidant demand than a sanitizer demand

03:02 -  Three categories of oxidants: metals, nitrogen compounds, and non-living organics

03:19 -  What does oxidation mean?

05:11 - Nitrogen compounds: ammonia and urea, and combined chlorine

07:54 -The bulk of chlorine's responsibilities (over 90%) are non-living organics

10:23 - Secondary oxidizer systems (ozone, AOP, and hyper-dissolved oxygen)

11:21 - Our not-so-shameless plug: enzymes are used to supplement chlorine against non-living organics

13:49 - Enzymes are not required, but beneficial, especially with larger bather loads

14:26 - Wildfire smoke/ash puts organics, nitrogen and phosphates in your pool. That's a serious chlorine demand.

16:48 - Thank you for listening!

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]]> Pillar 2: Non-living Organics | Orenda's Four Pillars Eric Knight 00:19:30 Especially relevant amidst the current chlorine shortage, Orenda's second pillar is about supplementing chlorine. The bulk of contaminants in swimming pools are non-living organics. Chlorine is a powerful disinfectant, but a comparatively weak oxidizer. It is not designed to remove non-living organics from water. Enzymes and secondary oxidizer systems do a much better job. Especially relevant amidst the current chlorine shortage, Orenda's second pillar is about supplementing chlorine. The bulk of contaminants in swimming pools are non-living organics. Chlorine is a powerful disinfectant, but a comparatively weak oxidizer. It is not designed to remove non-living organics from water. Enzymes and secondary oxidizer systems do a much better job. false full 22 9b1a4541-ed1c-4b1c-a803-a7cb15e50a67 Pillar 1: LSI Balance | Orenda's Four Pillars 00:00 - Intro

01:32 - Origins of the Orenda App's LSI calculator

02:47 - Traditional "RANGE CHEMISTRY" vs. the LSI

04:31 -  Why pools in different areas may need different chemistry parameters to satisfy the LSI

05:03 -  What is the Langelier Saturation Index (LSI), and its six factors?

06:20 - What does the LSI actually tell us?

08:00 - Calcium hardness is NOT the leading factor that causes scale

16:18 - What does colder water temperature do?

16:54 - You can have ideal range chemistry and still be out of LSI balance

18:54 - Distinguishing between Carbonate Alkalinity and Total Alkalinity 

21:22 - The LSI reigns supreme, and LSI violations occur at a local level

23:45 - The action step for Pillar 1: Keep LSI balanced year-round

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]]> Wed, 5 May 2021 18:17:21 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Joe Sweazy, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/pillar-1-lsi-balance-4-pillars-oi7OBUOV 00:00 - Intro

01:32 - Origins of the Orenda App's LSI calculator

02:47 - Traditional "RANGE CHEMISTRY" vs. the LSI

04:31 -  Why pools in different areas may need different chemistry parameters to satisfy the LSI

05:03 -  What is the Langelier Saturation Index (LSI), and its six factors?

06:20 - What does the LSI actually tell us?

08:00 - Calcium hardness is NOT the leading factor that causes scale

16:18 - What does colder water temperature do?

16:54 - You can have ideal range chemistry and still be out of LSI balance

18:54 - Distinguishing between Carbonate Alkalinity and Total Alkalinity 

21:22 - The LSI reigns supreme, and LSI violations occur at a local level

23:45 - The action step for Pillar 1: Keep LSI balanced year-round

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]]> Pillar 1: LSI Balance | Orenda's Four Pillars Joe Sweazy, Eric Knight 00:27:05 Introducing Orenda's Four Pillars of proactive pool care. This episode is the first of a four-part series, in which we discuss the importance of the Langelier Saturation Index (LSI). It is the unbiased metric of water balance, and the Orenda calculator app is helping us understand how to use it and why it is so critically important in water chemistry. Introducing Orenda's Four Pillars of proactive pool care. This episode is the first of a four-part series, in which we discuss the importance of the Langelier Saturation Index (LSI). It is the unbiased metric of water balance, and the Orenda calculator app is helping us understand how to use it and why it is so critically important in water chemistry. orenda pool, lsi, langelier saturation index, carbonate alkalinity, pool lsi, four pillars false full 21 7428f5c2-31cf-49b7-b9b8-ae00e1b717d4 4 Types of Chlorine | Trichlor and Dichlor 00:47 - Where's Jarred? Oh yeah, we lost that recording... oops.

01:18 - "Stabilized" refers to two different things: sunlight protection for chlorine, and safer storage and handling.

03:10 - What are the dangers of having too much Cyanuric Acid (CYA)?

06:15 - Advantages of dichlor over trichlor?

07:49 - How much CYA does trichlor put into the water? Answer: 6 to 6.5 ppm per pound, per 10,000 gallons of water. Two 3" tabs = one pound of Trichlor.

09:23 - Do you even know how high your CYA is? If you're over 100 ppm, did you take the time to dilute the sample? And even if not, you should dilute your pool and lower your CYA regardless. It's already too high.

10:46 - Trichlor lowers (or suppresses) pH, and lowers alkalinity gradually. You need higher alkalinity in your pool to account for this.

12:25 - Never put trichlor in the skimmer!

 

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]]> Thu, 15 Apr 2021 21:22:48 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/4-types-of-chlorine-trichlor-and-dichlor-kpBjzvgV 00:47 - Where's Jarred? Oh yeah, we lost that recording... oops.

01:18 - "Stabilized" refers to two different things: sunlight protection for chlorine, and safer storage and handling.

03:10 - What are the dangers of having too much Cyanuric Acid (CYA)?

06:15 - Advantages of dichlor over trichlor?

07:49 - How much CYA does trichlor put into the water? Answer: 6 to 6.5 ppm per pound, per 10,000 gallons of water. Two 3" tabs = one pound of Trichlor.

09:23 - Do you even know how high your CYA is? If you're over 100 ppm, did you take the time to dilute the sample? And even if not, you should dilute your pool and lower your CYA regardless. It's already too high.

10:46 - Trichlor lowers (or suppresses) pH, and lowers alkalinity gradually. You need higher alkalinity in your pool to account for this.

12:25 - Never put trichlor in the skimmer!

 

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]]> 4 Types of Chlorine | Trichlor and Dichlor Eric Knight 00:17:06 In our fourth (and final) episode about different chlorine types, Eric covers the two stabilized chlorine types: Trichlor and Dichlor. Neither was originally meant to be primary chlorine types, but Trichlor, over the years, has been incredibly popular for its ease of use, affordability, and simplicity. But all that comes at a cost: CYA overstabilization. In our fourth (and final) episode about different chlorine types, Eric covers the two stabilized chlorine types: Trichlor and Dichlor. Neither was originally meant to be primary chlorine types, but Trichlor, over the years, has been incredibly popular for its ease of use, affordability, and simplicity. But all that comes at a cost: CYA overstabilization. dichlor, trichlor, stabilized chlorine, cyanuric acid, chlorine stabilizer, high cya, reduce cya in pool false full 20 1e149b6b-3447-41b9-9db7-7309d82682c1 4 Types of Chlorine | Calcium Hypochlorite Wed, 10 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/4-types-of-chlorine-calcium-hypochlorite-qxFBm94r 4 Types of Chlorine | Calcium Hypochlorite Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:32:47 Of all types of chlorine, Calcium Hypochlorite (Cal Hypo) might be the strongest, but it is also the most volatile to handle. Even its fumes can rust just about anything in your garage or storage container. In this episode, Eric and Jarred discuss Cal Hypo and the strategies you may need to adopt to properly manage this powerful chemical. If you are having issues with cal hypo because of calcium drift up, high pH, or otherwise, our boys have your back. BE AWARE: Different types of chlorine are volatile if exposed to each other. They can cause fires and literally explode. Never store two different types of chlorine in the same enclosed area. Always handle with care and caution. Of all types of chlorine, Calcium Hypochlorite (Cal Hypo) might be the strongest, but it is also the most volatile to handle. Even its fumes can rust just about anything in your garage or storage container. In this episode, Eric and Jarred discuss Cal Hypo and the strategies you may need to adopt to properly manage this powerful chemical. If you are having issues with cal hypo because of calcium drift up, high pH, or otherwise, our boys have your back. BE AWARE: Different types of chlorine are volatile if exposed to each other. They can cause fires and literally explode. Never store two different types of chlorine in the same enclosed area. Always handle with care and caution. how to use cal hypo, calcium hypochlorite, cal hypo chlorine, calcium chlorine, cal hypo feeder, cal hypo false full 19 77c2a5d1-e98f-4423-bf2a-7e318393072a 4 Types of Chlorine | Liquid Chlorine/Sodium Hypochlorite 00:00 - Intro

02:22 - Is bleach the same thing as chlorine?

04:04 - What is the pH of chlorine? And How does it affect the pool?

05:47 - What byproducts does bleach leave behind? Why does liquid chlorine increase TDS?

07:20 - What do you do differently in a liquid chlorine pool compared to a salt pool?

12:12 - How much CYA do you need in a liquid chlorine pool?

14:06 - Where should I keep my alkalinity when using liquid chlorine? Where should I keep my calcium?

19:06 - Final Tip: look out for TDS creeping up - liquid chlorine can leave behind more salt quicker than you'd think.

 

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]]> Wed, 24 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/4-types-of-chlorine-liquid-chlorine-sodium-hypochlorite-ZQZwa2us 00:00 - Intro

02:22 - Is bleach the same thing as chlorine?

04:04 - What is the pH of chlorine? And How does it affect the pool?

05:47 - What byproducts does bleach leave behind? Why does liquid chlorine increase TDS?

07:20 - What do you do differently in a liquid chlorine pool compared to a salt pool?

12:12 - How much CYA do you need in a liquid chlorine pool?

14:06 - Where should I keep my alkalinity when using liquid chlorine? Where should I keep my calcium?

19:06 - Final Tip: look out for TDS creeping up - liquid chlorine can leave behind more salt quicker than you'd think.

 

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]]> 4 Types of Chlorine | Liquid Chlorine/Sodium Hypochlorite Eric Knight 00:22:29 Liquid chlorine (sodium hypochlorite) is a mainstay of the pool business, and what most people think of when saying the word “Chlorine." In this episode of Rule Your Pool, Eric and Jarred discuss the ebbs and flows of liquid chlorine as a sanitizer. DISCLAIMER: Different types of chlorine are volatile if exposed to each other. They can cause fires and literally explode. Never store two different types of chlorine in the same enclosed area. Always handle with care and caution. Liquid chlorine (sodium hypochlorite) is a mainstay of the pool business, and what most people think of when saying the word “Chlorine." In this episode of Rule Your Pool, Eric and Jarred discuss the ebbs and flows of liquid chlorine as a sanitizer. DISCLAIMER: Different types of chlorine are volatile if exposed to each other. They can cause fires and literally explode. Never store two different types of chlorine in the same enclosed area. Always handle with care and caution. false full 18 e7bb444b-c364-48ca-afa4-2d439fdba0e1 4 Types of Chlorine | Saltwater Pools 00:00 - Intro

01:50 - Salt pools are chlorine pools

03:06 - Chlorine handling disclaimer

04:25 - Salt chlorine generation byproducts

13:37 - How CYA affects saltwater pools

15:27 - Managing salt pools in the offseason

17:48 - Acid tip

18:22 - Final thoughts

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]]> Wed, 10 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/4-types-of-chlorine-salt-water-pools-at__Ltj4 00:00 - Intro

01:50 - Salt pools are chlorine pools

03:06 - Chlorine handling disclaimer

04:25 - Salt chlorine generation byproducts

13:37 - How CYA affects saltwater pools

15:27 - Managing salt pools in the offseason

17:48 - Acid tip

18:22 - Final thoughts

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]]> 4 Types of Chlorine | Saltwater Pools Eric Knight 00:22:24 This episode and the next three are an overview of chemistry considerations and Orenda recommendations for how to manage pool chemistry based on its primary chlorine. Today, Eric and Jarred are back in the rumor mines, chipping away at salt pools. A common misconception is that a salt pool doesn't use chlorine. But, salt pools are chlorine pools. The chlorine is just generated on-site. These types of pools have different chemistry needs from pools that rely on bleach or cal hypo for sanitation. Our hosts will explain every grain. BE AWARE! Different types of chlorine are volatile if exposed to each other. They can cause fires and literally explode. Never store two different types of chlorine in the same enclosed area. When handling chlorine, always follow manufacturer instructions and exercise caution. This episode and the next three are an overview of chemistry considerations and Orenda recommendations for how to manage pool chemistry based on its primary chlorine. Today, Eric and Jarred are back in the rumor mines, chipping away at salt pools. A common misconception is that a salt pool doesn't use chlorine. But, salt pools are chlorine pools. The chlorine is just generated on-site. These types of pools have different chemistry needs from pools that rely on bleach or cal hypo for sanitation. Our hosts will explain every grain. BE AWARE! Different types of chlorine are volatile if exposed to each other. They can cause fires and literally explode. Never store two different types of chlorine in the same enclosed area. When handling chlorine, always follow manufacturer instructions and exercise caution. salt chlorine generator, saltwater pool, salt cell, salt chlorine, salt pool, maintain a salt pool false full 17 bc5be35c-eaa9-4e02-8f7b-bb6ceb5e6dba 4 Types of Chlorine | Intro Wed, 27 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/4-types-of-chlorine-intro-1utaMof1 4 Types of Chlorine | Intro Eric Knight 00:10:10 It's a short episode this week as we dive into a new topic: different kinds of chlorine. The next few episodes will focus on liquid chlorine, calcium hypochlorite, trichlor, and salt generated chlorine in that order. As a point of order, we should also tell you this: NEVER mix or store different kinds of chlorine together. It's a short episode this week as we dive into a new topic: different kinds of chlorine. The next few episodes will focus on liquid chlorine, calcium hypochlorite, trichlor, and salt generated chlorine in that order. As a point of order, we should also tell you this: NEVER mix or store different kinds of chlorine together. false full 16 810e16b5-1152-4817-8ad5-57f0726b9c5c Hindsight is 2020 Wed, 13 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/hindsight-is-2020-aRGjYY4U Hindsight is 2020 Eric Knight 00:22:25 Eric and Jarred wax nostalgiac about the dumpster fire of a year that was 2020, and give a few reasons why this year might be better. Eric and Jarred wax nostalgiac about the dumpster fire of a year that was 2020, and give a few reasons why this year might be better. false full 15 a3b43032-ea51-4368-bec3-5de2d8761d17 Why Prices Are Going Up in 2021 00:21 - Introduction

02:48 - How COVID affected the pool and spa industry

05:20 - How COVID affected the supply chain

10:11 - How COVID affects shipping

13:02 - What are pool service prices going to be in 2021

14:30 - Why are sanitizer prices going up?

18:43 - What are some alternatives to trichlor?

27:19 - Wrap up

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]]> Wed, 23 Dec 2020 10:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/why-prices-are-going-up-in-2021-BDPjDUND 00:21 - Introduction

02:48 - How COVID affected the pool and spa industry

05:20 - How COVID affected the supply chain

10:11 - How COVID affects shipping

13:02 - What are pool service prices going to be in 2021

14:30 - Why are sanitizer prices going up?

18:43 - What are some alternatives to trichlor?

27:19 - Wrap up

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]]> Why Prices Are Going Up in 2021 Eric Knight 00:34:20 COVID-19 is the main topic of this week's episode. Since the virus hit earlier this year, pool costs have been increasing, and they're set to really go up in 2021. Eric and Jarred talk about the factors that are forcing prices to go up, how COVID-19 changed the supply chain, alternatives to trichlor, and where the pool industry can go from here. COVID-19 is the main topic of this week's episode. Since the virus hit earlier this year, pool costs have been increasing, and they're set to really go up in 2021. Eric and Jarred talk about the factors that are forcing prices to go up, how COVID-19 changed the supply chain, alternatives to trichlor, and where the pool industry can go from here. false full 14 802ed3cb-cae2-4182-932b-566d2a0a40e2 The Orenda Startup Procedure 00:25 - How to do the Orenda Startup

03:28 - Day One

06:11 - Considerations if the water is trucked in

09:18 - How to balance the water chemistry for startup

12:24 - What to do if your alkalinity is low

13:22 - What to do when your alkalinity is higher than your calcium

16:52 - Why chelate calcium?

21:46 - How much water is flowing out of the barrel

24:15 - When is it appropriate to do a bicarb startup instead of calcium?

31:57 - Day Two

32:20 - Do I need to brush? (Yes.)

33:01 - adding enzymes

35:06 - the rest of the 30 days

42:21 - when can I add cyanuric acid and when can I add salt?

46:01 - Do I need the Orenda startup?

 

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]]> Wed, 9 Dec 2020 20:23:51 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/the-orenda-startup-procedure-gBYjToYp 00:25 - How to do the Orenda Startup

03:28 - Day One

06:11 - Considerations if the water is trucked in

09:18 - How to balance the water chemistry for startup

12:24 - What to do if your alkalinity is low

13:22 - What to do when your alkalinity is higher than your calcium

16:52 - Why chelate calcium?

21:46 - How much water is flowing out of the barrel

24:15 - When is it appropriate to do a bicarb startup instead of calcium?

31:57 - Day Two

32:20 - Do I need to brush? (Yes.)

33:01 - adding enzymes

35:06 - the rest of the 30 days

42:21 - when can I add cyanuric acid and when can I add salt?

46:01 - Do I need the Orenda startup?

 

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]]> The Orenda Startup Procedure Eric Knight 00:50:19 There are a ton of scenarios that can come into play when you're starting up a pool. The chemistry can be radically different even between pools across the street from one another. In this episode, Eric and Jarred go in-depth on the Orenda startup procedure, and how you can use it to prevent scale and etching on a freshly plastered pool. There are a ton of scenarios that can come into play when you're starting up a pool. The chemistry can be radically different even between pools across the street from one another. In this episode, Eric and Jarred go in-depth on the Orenda startup procedure, and how you can use it to prevent scale and etching on a freshly plastered pool. false full 13 dc685aa3-6961-484e-a174-aa205cfeff1a Cement Cures Ugly | Orenda Startup Philosophy 00:28 - Topic Introduction

02:33 - Setting Expectations of What A Startup Can and Can't Do

06:54 - What is Plaster Dust?

10:14 - Why You Always Need To Test The Tap Water

13:22 - Why are The First 30 Days So Important

17:42 - What Can't A Startup Fix?

20:55 - Why Are Hot Starts Bad?

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]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2020 10:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/cement-cures-ugly-orenda-startup-philosophy-FRXM2BdR 00:28 - Topic Introduction

02:33 - Setting Expectations of What A Startup Can and Can't Do

06:54 - What is Plaster Dust?

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13:22 - Why are The First 30 Days So Important

17:42 - What Can't A Startup Fix?

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]]> Cement Cures Ugly | Orenda Startup Philosophy Eric Knight 00:35:56 Why is Orenda doing something so radically different than it has been done for so long? And why is it working? Eric and Jarred talk about the philosophy of the Orenda Startup in the first of a two-part series. Why is Orenda doing something so radically different than it has been done for so long? And why is it working? Eric and Jarred talk about the philosophy of the Orenda Startup in the first of a two-part series. false full 12 59a5a052-68e7-466a-8d60-322efdb09d21 Winter Is Coming 00:19 - Episode Takeaways

02:52 - How to Prepare Your Pool for The Winter

08:18 - Origin Story of the Orenda Winterization procedure.

11:50 - Considerations for Mesh Covers

17:32 - Considerations for Solid covers 

21:19 - Consequences for Bad Winterization

26:37 - How do you prevent a pool from turning brown and disgusting during the winter time?

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]]> Fri, 13 Nov 2020 10:00:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/winter-is-coming-RmH12D0L 00:19 - Episode Takeaways

02:52 - How to Prepare Your Pool for The Winter

08:18 - Origin Story of the Orenda Winterization procedure.

11:50 - Considerations for Mesh Covers

17:32 - Considerations for Solid covers 

21:19 - Consequences for Bad Winterization

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]]> Winter Is Coming Eric Knight 00:30:43 It's November and winter is coming. In fact, in some parts of the country, it's already here. In this episode, Eric and Jarred cover how your geographic location affects winterization, how the type of pool cover you have can affect your chemistry, and how different types of pool surfaces react differently to bad LSI balance and cold water. It's November and winter is coming. In fact, in some parts of the country, it's already here. In this episode, Eric and Jarred cover how your geographic location affects winterization, how the type of pool cover you have can affect your chemistry, and how different types of pool surfaces react differently to bad LSI balance and cold water. false full 11 261697c4-2af9-4b6a-af5d-b911cf7981bd 6 Bad Habits | Part 2 02:30 - Bad Habit #3: Not taking care of your test kit.

11:23 - Bad Habit #2: Chasing pH

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]]> Thu, 12 Nov 2020 17:35:01 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/6-bad-habits-part-2-GA3zadJp 02:30 - Bad Habit #3: Not taking care of your test kit.

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]]> 6 Bad Habits | Part 2 Eric Knight 00:25:38 Rule Your Pool is a podcast by Orenda Technologies. This show was created for pool owners, operators, and service pros who want the best water quality possible. If you want to know what's really going on with your swimming pool chemistry, this might be the podcast for you. Each week, we'll cover a new topic related to swimming pools, water chemistry, or indoor air quality. With our help, you'll be able to rule your pool without over-treating it with chemicals and wasting money. Connect with Orenda Technologies Website: https://www.orendatech.com Blog: https://blog.orendatech.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/OrendaTechnologies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orendatech/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orendatechnologies/ Rule Your Pool is a podcast by Orenda Technologies. This show was created for pool owners, operators, and service pros who want the best water quality possible. If you want to know what's really going on with your swimming pool chemistry, this might be the podcast for you. Each week, we'll cover a new topic related to swimming pools, water chemistry, or indoor air quality. With our help, you'll be able to rule your pool without over-treating it with chemicals and wasting money. Connect with Orenda Technologies Website: https://www.orendatech.com Blog: https://blog.orendatech.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/OrendaTechnologies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orendatech/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orendatechnologies/ false full 10 7a49568f-8032-4e96-af19-26dff03c3d8f 6 Bad Habits | Part 1 02:16 - Bad Habit #6: Not Measuring Chemicals

06:05 - Bad Habit #5: Not Knowing The Volume of Your Pool

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06:05 - Bad Habit #5: Not Knowing The Volume of Your Pool

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]]> 6 Bad Habits | Part 1 Eric Knight 00:18:40 Rule Your Pool is a podcast by Orenda Technologies. This show was created for pool owners, operators, and service pros who want the best water quality possible. If you want to know what's really going on with your swimming pool chemistry, this might be the podcast for you. Each week, we'll cover a new topic related to swimming pools, water chemistry, or indoor air quality. With our help, you'll be able to rule your pool without over-treating it with chemicals and wasting money. Connect with Orenda Technologies Website: https://www.orendatech.com Blog: https://blog.orendatech.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/OrendaTechnologies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orendatech/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orendatechnologies/ Rule Your Pool is a podcast by Orenda Technologies. This show was created for pool owners, operators, and service pros who want the best water quality possible. If you want to know what's really going on with your swimming pool chemistry, this might be the podcast for you. Each week, we'll cover a new topic related to swimming pools, water chemistry, or indoor air quality. With our help, you'll be able to rule your pool without over-treating it with chemicals and wasting money. Connect with Orenda Technologies Website: https://www.orendatech.com Blog: https://blog.orendatech.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/OrendaTechnologies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orendatech/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orendatechnologies/ false full 9 3ac620dc-a265-4954-93dc-888684cae7b7 The LSI | Cyanuric Acid (CYA) 01:09 Episode Takeaways

02:30 How CYA Affects the LSI

05:59 CYA and Alkalinity

09:20 Where Does CYA Come From

14:54 Why You Shouldn't Put Chlorine Tabs In A Skimmer

15:48 How Do You Reduce CYA?

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]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2020 10:00:11 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/the-lsi-cyanuric-acid-cya-i04I1fa_ 01:09 Episode Takeaways

02:30 How CYA Affects the LSI

05:59 CYA and Alkalinity

09:20 Where Does CYA Come From

14:54 Why You Shouldn't Put Chlorine Tabs In A Skimmer

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]]> The LSI | Cyanuric Acid (CYA) Eric Knight 00:20:34 Keeping CYA regulated is Orenda's fourth pillar of proactive pool care. CYA can wreak havoc on your pool chemistry if it isn't regulated - and that's especially true for the LSI. In this episode, Eric and Jared discuss: how CYA affects the LSI, how CYA and alkalinity are related, where CYA comes from, why you shouldn't put chlorine tabs in a skimmer, and how you reduce CYA. Keeping CYA regulated is Orenda's fourth pillar of proactive pool care. CYA can wreak havoc on your pool chemistry if it isn't regulated - and that's especially true for the LSI. In this episode, Eric and Jared discuss: how CYA affects the LSI, how CYA and alkalinity are related, where CYA comes from, why you shouldn't put chlorine tabs in a skimmer, and how you reduce CYA. false full 8 7e046bf1-95f1-4cfe-b721-c8c06779a621 The LSI | Total Dissolved Solids 01:03 Episode Takeaways

02:52 What does "Dissolved" mean anyway?

06:12 Mineral Systems: Just Sexy Metal?

06:44 There's a difference between being in solution and being in suspension

07:38 are phosphates part of TDS? 

09:36 TDS (total dissolved solids) Limits

12:01 What is "In Suspension"

14:19 Accumulation and Evaporation

16:25 TDS actually lowers the LSI 

22:02 TDS meters are not that expensive. (Total dissolved solid meter cost)

24:48 Wrap Up

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]]> Wed, 16 Sep 2020 09:00:08 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/the-lsi-total-dissolved-solids-nNLGnRdX 01:03 Episode Takeaways

02:52 What does "Dissolved" mean anyway?

06:12 Mineral Systems: Just Sexy Metal?

06:44 There's a difference between being in solution and being in suspension

07:38 are phosphates part of TDS? 

09:36 TDS (total dissolved solids) Limits

12:01 What is "In Suspension"

14:19 Accumulation and Evaporation

16:25 TDS actually lowers the LSI 

22:02 TDS meters are not that expensive. (Total dissolved solid meter cost)

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]]> The LSI | Total Dissolved Solids Eric Knight 00:27:31 "Man, let's just get real. That's a pretty sexy way of saying I have metals. Agree?" The boys are back in town and spilling the Tea on TDS (total dissolved solids). No feelings are spared as Eric and Jared cover such frequently Googled and Search Engine Optimized Topics as, "What is Total Dissolved Solids?," "total dissolved solids in water limit," "how to remove TDS," "total dissolved solids meters," "how to measure total dissolved solids in water," and more! "Man, let's just get real. That's a pretty sexy way of saying I have metals. Agree?" The boys are back in town and spilling the Tea on TDS (total dissolved solids). No feelings are spared as Eric and Jared cover such frequently Googled and Search Engine Optimized Topics as, "What is Total Dissolved Solids?," "total dissolved solids in water limit," "how to remove TDS," "total dissolved solids meters," "how to measure total dissolved solids in water," and more! false full 7 482b4d49-daf3-497f-8803-cfcc77ad1288 The LSI | Calcium Hardness 01:01 - Episode Takeaways

03:12 - What does calcium hardness do for a pool?

05:58 - Calcium Hardness in Desert Climates

09:35 - Calcium Hardness Testing

13:56 - How Calcium Hardness Affects Scale

15:58 - How Much Calcium Does Calcium Hypochlorite Add?

18:07 - Advantages of High Calcium Hardness

20:35 - Calcite Crystals

24:43 - How To Lower Calcium Hardness

27:33 - How To Increase Calcium Hardness

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]]> Wed, 2 Sep 2020 09:00:34 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/calcium-hardness-t8zJT7Gu 01:01 - Episode Takeaways

03:12 - What does calcium hardness do for a pool?

05:58 - Calcium Hardness in Desert Climates

09:35 - Calcium Hardness Testing

13:56 - How Calcium Hardness Affects Scale

15:58 - How Much Calcium Does Calcium Hypochlorite Add?

18:07 - Advantages of High Calcium Hardness

20:35 - Calcite Crystals

24:43 - How To Lower Calcium Hardness

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]]> The LSI | Calcium Hardness Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:36:31 In the swimming pool and spa industry, calcium is treated like it's a four-letter word. But if managed correctly, calcium hardness can be your best friend. So, what is calcium hardness anyway? According to the Rule Your Pool Guys, it’s the concentration of calcium in your pool, and the most stable factor of the LSI. Calcium is so stable, that Orenda bases their LSI management strategy around it. In this episode, Eric and Jarred discuss the benefits of calcium hardness, some misconceptions surrounding calcium, calcium hardness increasers, and how to lower calcium hardness in a pool. They also get into the weeds on the Orenda Academy exclusive hat, calcium testing issues, calcite crystals, and a whole lot more. In the swimming pool and spa industry, calcium is treated like it's a four-letter word. But if managed correctly, calcium hardness can be your best friend. So, what is calcium hardness anyway? According to the Rule Your Pool Guys, it’s the concentration of calcium in your pool, and the most stable factor of the LSI. Calcium is so stable, that Orenda bases their LSI management strategy around it. In this episode, Eric and Jarred discuss the benefits of calcium hardness, some misconceptions surrounding calcium, calcium hardness increasers, and how to lower calcium hardness in a pool. They also get into the weeds on the Orenda Academy exclusive hat, calcium testing issues, calcite crystals, and a whole lot more. calcium hardness, calcium in water, calcium and lsi, total hardness, raise calcium hardness, reduce calcium hardness, total hardness vs. calcium hardness false full 6 8d92a930-cb81-46f4-b729-25bb28ef7679 The LSI | Water Temperature 00:00 - Intro

02:52 - Episode Takeaways 

06:45 - Demonstration of temperature's effect on the LSI using the Orenda App

11:16 - Why do pools get more damaged in the winter?

17:55 - How does water temperature affect the LSI?

21:08 - Temperature determines where scale forms

22:18 - Acid and trichlor damage

23:39 - Why do salt pools scale up so much?

27:39 - Why you need to dose  acid correctly.

29:50 - The Orenda Scale Removal Regimen

31:39 - Water temperature affects testing

 

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]]> Wed, 19 Aug 2020 08:00:02 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/the-lsi-water-temperature-rb7VObBw 00:00 - Intro

02:52 - Episode Takeaways 

06:45 - Demonstration of temperature's effect on the LSI using the Orenda App

11:16 - Why do pools get more damaged in the winter?

17:55 - How does water temperature affect the LSI?

21:08 - Temperature determines where scale forms

22:18 - Acid and trichlor damage

23:39 - Why do salt pools scale up so much?

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]]> The LSI | Water Temperature Eric Knight 00:37:57 How can a pool with textbook chemistry on closing be filled with crystals or dust when it opens back up? An analogy is to think of that swimming pool as a grizzly bear. You better feed it because if it has to wake up in the middle of the winter to eat, it's not going to be pretty. In this episode, Eric and Jarred give you a read on water temperature. Water temperature is the easiest factor of the LSI to measure, and yet it is the most neglected (or would ignored be a better word?). Unfortunately, folks just don't know how much temperature affects chemistry - and even the ability to test the water accurately. Almost all damage to a swimming pool happens during the winter. The reason? The lower the temperature, the lower your LSI. How can a pool with textbook chemistry on closing be filled with crystals or dust when it opens back up? An analogy is to think of that swimming pool as a grizzly bear. You better feed it because if it has to wake up in the middle of the winter to eat, it's not going to be pretty. In this episode, Eric and Jarred give you a read on water temperature. Water temperature is the easiest factor of the LSI to measure, and yet it is the most neglected (or would ignored be a better word?). Unfortunately, folks just don't know how much temperature affects chemistry - and even the ability to test the water accurately. Almost all damage to a swimming pool happens during the winter. The reason? The lower the temperature, the lower your LSI. temperature and water chemistry, water temperature and lsi, cold pool water, pool water chemistry, aggressive water temperature, water temperature false full 5 0916750b-3c3c-4109-bbfb-9f988a371119 The Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) 00:11 - Episode Takeaways

01:51 - Water Balance vs Sanitization

05:38 - What is the LSI

09:58 - The six factors of the LSI

11:56 - Water temperature: the most ignored factor?

15:17 - Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)  

18:20 - A (Very) Brief History of the LSI

 

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01:51 - Water Balance vs Sanitization

05:38 - What is the LSI

09:58 - The six factors of the LSI

11:56 - Water temperature: the most ignored factor?

15:17 - Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)  

18:20 - A (Very) Brief History of the LSI

 

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]]> The Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) Eric Knight, Jarred Morgan 00:20:26 If you divide up pool chemistry, there's really two subcategories of it. There is sanitization (which is water, clarity, cleanliness, and safety) and there is balance. Is your pool scaling, etching, filled with calcium dust or crystals? All of those problems are LSI violations. They can be completely prevented simply by balancing the LSI and keeping it balanced. Following the conventional wisdom of range chemistry doesn't guarantee that you will have balanced water. But following the Langelier Saturation Index does. In the first three episodes, Eric and Jarred covered Total Alkalinity and pH. Those are two of the six factors of the Langelier Saturation Index (LSI). In Episode four, they cover the rest of the LSI and what you need to know about it. The LSI is the objective measure of water balance. Eric and Jarred will talk about what that means. There are six factors, and they will tell you what you need to know about all of them. If you divide up pool chemistry, there's really two subcategories of it. There is sanitization (which is water, clarity, cleanliness, and safety) and there is balance. Is your pool scaling, etching, filled with calcium dust or crystals? All of those problems are LSI violations. They can be completely prevented simply by balancing the LSI and keeping it balanced. Following the conventional wisdom of range chemistry doesn't guarantee that you will have balanced water. But following the Langelier Saturation Index does. In the first three episodes, Eric and Jarred covered Total Alkalinity and pH. Those are two of the six factors of the Langelier Saturation Index (LSI). In Episode four, they cover the rest of the LSI and what you need to know about it. The LSI is the objective measure of water balance. Eric and Jarred will talk about what that means. There are six factors, and they will tell you what you need to know about all of them. lsi water balance, water chemistry, the lsi, lsi pool, orenda lsi, lsi, langelier saturation index, water balance false full 4 cc0315a1-45d7-4f17-9b49-4acb9feb0a76 Understanding pH 00:00 - Intro

02:22 - How Carbon Dioxide and pH are related

04:55 - What Causes a High pH in a Swimming Pool

05:06 - What is Henry's Law?

08:59 - What are the factors that make pH go down? 

10:10 - pH chart with common pool chemicals listed

15:48 - Controlling vs Containing pH

16:22 - Chart demonstrating CYA and pH relationship.

17:44 - pH and scale formation

18:42 - What makes pH go up?

23:18 - Henry's Law continued

27:24 - How to proactively manage pH

29:36 - Demonstration of proactive pH management using the Orenda App

 

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]]> Wed, 12 Aug 2020 19:24:09 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/understanding-ph-BTtSBA3n 00:00 - Intro

02:22 - How Carbon Dioxide and pH are related

04:55 - What Causes a High pH in a Swimming Pool

05:06 - What is Henry's Law?

08:59 - What are the factors that make pH go down? 

10:10 - pH chart with common pool chemicals listed

15:48 - Controlling vs Containing pH

16:22 - Chart demonstrating CYA and pH relationship.

17:44 - pH and scale formation

18:42 - What makes pH go up?

23:18 - Henry's Law continued

27:24 - How to proactively manage pH

29:36 - Demonstration of proactive pH management using the Orenda App

 

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]]> Understanding pH Eric Knight 00:37:18 If you get the folks at Orenda talking about pH, they could go for hours. Fortunately, this 40ish-minute-episode boils pH and how it affects pool chemistry down into three main points: The role that carbon dioxide plays in controlling the pH of water, the factors that both lower and raise pH, and how to manage pH in a proactive way so that you're not chasing it. Many pool operators struggle with how to manage pH. Eric and Jarred are here to make it easy. If you get the folks at Orenda talking about pH, they could go for hours. Fortunately, this 40ish-minute-episode boils pH and how it affects pool chemistry down into three main points: The role that carbon dioxide plays in controlling the pH of water, the factors that both lower and raise pH, and how to manage pH in a proactive way so that you're not chasing it. Many pool operators struggle with how to manage pH. Eric and Jarred are here to make it easy. what is ph?, ph, swimming pool ph, power of hydrogen, ph and acid, alkalinity, ph control, what does ph mean? false full 3 f2d5a126-a7e5-4de7-9a87-b9ae4ae47014 Understanding Alkalinity 00:00 - Intro

02:27 - Alkalinity buffers against reduction in pH

05:27 - Where should my alkalinity be?

08:33 - How much acid does it take to bring a pool from 8.0 pH to 7.4 pH?

11:16 - What is Buffering Capacity?

14:40 - Sodium Carbonate (Soda Ash) vs Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda)

19:03 - How to pH and Calcium interact?

19:52 - Hot Starts or Zero Alkalinity Startups

21:23 - Why testing your water is important

24:59 - The Orenda LSI Calculator

28:53 - How to run  a low alkalinity pool

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]]> Tue, 11 Aug 2020 19:55:00 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/understanding-alkalinity-thO9SYQG 00:00 - Intro

02:27 - Alkalinity buffers against reduction in pH

05:27 - Where should my alkalinity be?

08:33 - How much acid does it take to bring a pool from 8.0 pH to 7.4 pH?

11:16 - What is Buffering Capacity?

14:40 - Sodium Carbonate (Soda Ash) vs Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda)

19:03 - How to pH and Calcium interact?

19:52 - Hot Starts or Zero Alkalinity Startups

21:23 - Why testing your water is important

24:59 - The Orenda LSI Calculator

28:53 - How to run  a low alkalinity pool

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]]> Understanding Alkalinity Eric Knight 00:33:45 Most people in the swimming pool and spa industry know how to measure alkalinity, but they don't actually understand what it does. This episode explains what alkalinity is and how it's measured, why it slows down the change of pH, how pH determines the type of alkalinity present in a pool, and how alkalinity impacts the LSI in particular with something called carbonate alkalinity. Most people in the swimming pool and spa industry know how to measure alkalinity, but they don't actually understand what it does. This episode explains what alkalinity is and how it's measured, why it slows down the change of pH, how pH determines the type of alkalinity present in a pool, and how alkalinity impacts the LSI in particular with something called carbonate alkalinity. total alkalinity, types of alkalinity, alkalinity, alkalinity of water false full 2 266c7418-3517-4820-afcd-3cc06fba2361 pH vs. Total Alkalinity, and Their Roles in Pool Chemistry 00:00 - Intro

01:32 - What is pH?

02:30 - pH is an equilibrium

07-58 - Negative logarithm of Hydrogen

08:43 - Let's not try to control pH. Physics is going to raise the pH in swimming pools.

09:50 - Henry's Law of the Solubility of Gases

12:23 - Buy a pH probe to find out your exact pH.

12:37 - Your pH can raise from algae, vanishing edge pools, spas, spillover, or salt cell.

18:53 - Problems occur when pH lowers the LSI and water is starving for calcium

21:16 - What is Alkalinity?

27:38 - Adjusting alkalinity

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]]> Mon, 29 Jun 2020 00:27:27 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/ph-vs-total-alkalinity-in-water-chemistry-YIusBAsR 00:00 - Intro

01:32 - What is pH?

02:30 - pH is an equilibrium

07-58 - Negative logarithm of Hydrogen

08:43 - Let's not try to control pH. Physics is going to raise the pH in swimming pools.

09:50 - Henry's Law of the Solubility of Gases

12:23 - Buy a pH probe to find out your exact pH.

12:37 - Your pH can raise from algae, vanishing edge pools, spas, spillover, or salt cell.

18:53 - Problems occur when pH lowers the LSI and water is starving for calcium

21:16 - What is Alkalinity?

27:38 - Adjusting alkalinity

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]]> pH vs. Total Alkalinity, and Their Roles in Pool Chemistry Eric Knight 00:30:26 pH and total alkalinity are important water chemistry factors that are often confused and misunderstood. This episode explains in detail what each of them are, what they do, and how they interact with other pool chemistry. Since pH impacts just about every other chemistry in water, it is important to manage it properly, according to the physics of water. Too often, pool owners and operators try to control pH, but it is a futile, costly effort. https://www.orendatech.com Show-Notes: [01:32] What is ph? [02:30] pH is an equilibrium [07:58] Negative logarithm of hydrogen [08:43] Let's not try to control pH. Physics is going to raise the pH in swimming pools. [09:50] Henry's Law of the Solubility of Gases [12:23] Buy a ph probe to find out your exact ph. [12:37] Your ph can raise from algae, vanishing edge pools, spas, spillover, or salt cell. [17:17] ph is the most impactful factor to the Langelier Saturation Index [18:53] Problems occur when ph lowers the LSI and water is starving for calcium [21:16] What is Alkalinity? [27:38] Adjusting alkalinity pH and total alkalinity are important water chemistry factors that are often confused and misunderstood. This episode explains in detail what each of them are, what they do, and how they interact with other pool chemistry. Since pH impacts just about every other chemistry in water, it is important to manage it properly, according to the physics of water. Too often, pool owners and operators try to control pH, but it is a futile, costly effort. https://www.orendatech.com Show-Notes: [01:32] What is ph? [02:30] pH is an equilibrium [07:58] Negative logarithm of hydrogen [08:43] Let's not try to control pH. Physics is going to raise the pH in swimming pools. [09:50] Henry's Law of the Solubility of Gases [12:23] Buy a ph probe to find out your exact ph. [12:37] Your ph can raise from algae, vanishing edge pools, spas, spillover, or salt cell. [17:17] ph is the most impactful factor to the Langelier Saturation Index [18:53] Problems occur when ph lowers the LSI and water is starving for calcium [21:16] What is Alkalinity? [27:38] Adjusting alkalinity ph, swimming pool ph, total alkalinity, ph vs alkalinity, co2 and ph, ph and alkalinity, alkalinity false full 1 275cd12b-bcb3-486d-9154-5c7bcc63f5ba Introduction to Rule Your Pool Podcast by Orenda Technologies About Orenda Technologies  

Water is a precious resource, and we strive to make it clean and beautiful. Orenda has a philosophy of minimalism, and proactive pool care. Why be proactive? Because prevention is always easier than correction, and we want to help educate the pool industry and pool owners about it. The vast majority of pool issues are preventable, and that's why we published our Four Pillars of Proactive Pool Care.

For many years, Orenda was primarily a speciality chemical manufacturer, building a business on quality, professional-grade products and reputation. We have since evolved into an education company. We have invested heavily in building the pool industry's leading mobile app and dosing calculator, have a library of helpful videos, and a growing list of educational articles in our blog. In 2019 we released Orenda Academy, which is another free resource for anyone to learn more about pool management.

We want to deliver the best water quality possible, with the fewest chemicals. The Orenda line of professional grade, eco-friendly speciality pool chemicals help our customers get there. But our chemicals merely complement our program, which is a series of improved habits and behaviors to optimize water management.

Let’s stop guessing and “eyeballing it”, and instead dial in our behavior and habits. Orenda is here to help.

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]]> Tue, 16 Jun 2020 17:14:04 +0000 ruleyourpool@gmail.com (Orenda Technologies, Eric Knight) https://rule-your-pool.simplecast.com/episodes/introduction-to-rule-your-pool-podcast-by-orenda-technologies-zcQDvSiv About Orenda Technologies  

Water is a precious resource, and we strive to make it clean and beautiful. Orenda has a philosophy of minimalism, and proactive pool care. Why be proactive? Because prevention is always easier than correction, and we want to help educate the pool industry and pool owners about it. The vast majority of pool issues are preventable, and that's why we published our Four Pillars of Proactive Pool Care.

For many years, Orenda was primarily a speciality chemical manufacturer, building a business on quality, professional-grade products and reputation. We have since evolved into an education company. We have invested heavily in building the pool industry's leading mobile app and dosing calculator, have a library of helpful videos, and a growing list of educational articles in our blog. In 2019 we released Orenda Academy, which is another free resource for anyone to learn more about pool management.

We want to deliver the best water quality possible, with the fewest chemicals. The Orenda line of professional grade, eco-friendly speciality pool chemicals help our customers get there. But our chemicals merely complement our program, which is a series of improved habits and behaviors to optimize water management.

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]]> Introduction to Rule Your Pool Podcast by Orenda Technologies Orenda Technologies, Eric Knight 00:02:40 Rule Your Pool is a podcast by Orenda Technologies. This show was created for pool owners, operators, and service pros who want the best water quality possible. If you want to know what's really going on with your swimming pool chemistry, this might be the podcast for you. Each week, we'll cover a new topic related to swimming pools, water chemistry, or indoor air quality. With our help, you'll be able to rule your pool without over-treating it with chemicals and wasting money. Connect with Orenda Technologies Website: https://www.orendatech.com Blog: https://blog.orendatech.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/OrendaTechnologies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orendatech/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orendatechnologies/ Rule Your Pool is a podcast by Orenda Technologies. This show was created for pool owners, operators, and service pros who want the best water quality possible. If you want to know what's really going on with your swimming pool chemistry, this might be the podcast for you. Each week, we'll cover a new topic related to swimming pools, water chemistry, or indoor air quality. With our help, you'll be able to rule your pool without over-treating it with chemicals and wasting money. Connect with Orenda Technologies Website: https://www.orendatech.com Blog: https://blog.orendatech.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/OrendaTechnologies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orendatech/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orendatechnologies/ pool builder, pool service, water chemistry, rule your pool, eric knight, indoor air quality, pool chemistry, orenda technologies, swimming pool, pool owners, pool care false trailer 0