SWIMMING POOL WATER TREATMENT. Product Catalogue

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1 SWIMMING POOL WATER TREATMENT Product Catalogue

2 PoolBoss products allow for a swimming pool to be enjoyed with pride and confidence! PoolBoss products are designed with the pool owner in mind. With a complete line of water treatment products to fit any need or preference, a PoolBoss water care program makes it easy to maintain clean, safe, crystal clear water. CAPO Industries Ltd. has been manufacturing and marketing top quality specialty chemicals since Since its inception, CAPO has been a family business, now in its 4th generation of the same family. We treat our employees and customers as if they are a part of the family as well. Over the past 50 years, CAPO has become a leading provider of chemicals for the pool and spa industry, introducing innovative products that meet the changing demands of consumers. Our state-of-the-art facility is close to all major transportation corridors, allowing us to easily and cost effectively service markets across North America. We look forward to serving you. QUALITY PRODUCTS + QUALITY SERVICE = QUALITY CUSTOMERS

3 Contents Contents DISINFECTING Page Super-Tabs 1 Mini Tabs 1 Tabs 1 Super Stick 1 Mini Pack 1 Bromine Tablets 1 Granular Chlorine 1 Shock in a Box 2 Pool Shock 2 Sani Shock 2 Oxy-Out 2 Vinyl Shock 2 Excel Shock 2 BALANCING Page ph Up 3 Alka Plus 3 Pool Water Stabilizer 3 ph Down 3 Cal-Plus 3 Chlor Guard 3 CLEANING & SPECIALTY PRODUCTS Page Soft Touch 5 Meta-Sol - Scale & Stain Control 5 Quick Clear 5 C-Clear 5 Fresh Start Liquid Filter Cleaner 5 TNL Tile and Liner Cleaner 6 Stay Clean 6 Clear Aid 6 Filter Free 6 X-IT 6 Chlor-X 6 KITS & TEST STRIPS Page Opening Kit 7 Winterizing Kit 7 Test Strips 7 SALT POOLS Page Salt Saver 7 Salt Cell Cleaner 7 Other Products 7 ALGAE CONTROL Page Formula Formula Algaecide Supreme 5o% 4 No-Phos 4 Algaecide 4 Xtra Strength Algaecide 4

4 Disinfecting SUPER-TABS Three-inch (7 oz/200 gm), individually packaged, concentrated chlorinating tablets are our biggest sellers in the category 90 percent available chlorine Stabilized with a built-in sunscreen to prevent burn-off caused by ultra-violet rays Simply place the slow-dissolving, three-inch tablets in the pool skimmer or automatic chlorinator MINI-TABS One-inch (20 gm) stabilized concentrated chlorinating tablets are ideal for use in automatic chlorinators 90 percent available chlorine Stabilized with built-in sunscreen protection keeps the chlorine working effectively throughout the hottest days 1 TABS Our stabilized chlorinating tablets in a two-inch (50 gm) size 90 percent available chlorine SUPER STICK Super Stick Stabilized Concentrated Chlorinating Sticks deliver a powerful knockout punch to bacteria. Simply place in pool chlorinator or skimmer and let Super Stick go to work. The stabilized formula protects the chlorine from the damaging rays of the sun to deliver around-theclock protection. MINI PACK Our 200 gm tabs packed in a convenient 5 tab jar for and inexpensive quick sale. BROMINE TABLETS An alternative to chlorine tablets, these slow-dissolving bromine tablets provide powerful protection against bacteria for swimming pools Has less odor than chlorine and will not cause eye irritation Can be placed in skimmer or floating dispenser for slow release GRANULAR CHLORINE Our fast-dissolving dry granular that is easy to use Contains cyanuric acid to protect chlorine from the sun 60% available chlorine ph neutral; contains no scale forming calcium, will not bleach liner

5 POOL SHOCK Pool Shock disinfects and rids pool water of contaminants like perspiration, suntan oil and hair spray that reduce the effectiveness of chlorine Regular use prevents algae growth, cloudy water and eye irritation Calcium Hypochlorite; 65% available chlorine; does not contain stabilizer Disinfecting DISINFECTING SHOCK IN A BOX Our superior blended product, Vinyl Shock, packed up in a retail ready box containing 454 gm pouches for convenient, no measure dosing. SANI SHOCK Lithium Hypochlorite, 35% available chlorine Granular form, completely soluble No Cyanuric Acid, ideal for indoor application Add directly to pool water and swim immediately OXY-OUT Non-chlorine/bromine oxidizing shock - ideal alternative to superchlorination Effective with both chlorine and bromine providing long-lasting oxidizing power for pool water It will reduce combined chlorine/ bromine in the water and regenerate free chlorine/bromine Restores water clarity Oxy-Out dissolves immediately, leaves no scale-forming calcium to encrust heaters or pool walls and will not bleach the liner VINYL SHOCK Superior multi purpose blended product that shocks, buffers, clarifies and prevents stain and scaling 34% available chlorine; no increase in ph Granular form, dissolves instantly NO pre-mixing Shock and swim in 15 minutes EXCEL SHOCK A multi-purpose pool product - combines oxidizers, clarifiers, flocculants, ph buffers and conditioners Add to pool water directly and dissolves immediately to produce crystal clear water Allows for swimming immediately after treatment 2

6 Balancing ph UP A dry powder used to raise the ph of pool when ph is below 7.2 to prevent eye irritation and damage to equipment Can be broadcast directly on to water and is readily soluble to allow immediate pool use ALKA-PLUS Stabilizes ph to help the chlorine in pool water work more efficiently Alka-Plus raises the total alkalinity of pool water to prevent corrosion that can be caused by low total alkalinity Completely soluble and easy to use simply broadcast over the water POOL WATER STABILIZER Creates an instant umbrella to protect chlorine breakdown from sun s UV rays Apply once at the start of the season or when a pool is freshly filled 3 ph DOWN A dry granular used to restore ph levels to the normal range High ph can cause scaling and cloudy water and cause chlorine inefficiency ph Down will also lower the total alkalinity Use ph Down with a salt water pool to keep ph in range CAL-PLUS Cal-Plus provides an easy and effective way to safely raise the calcium hardness of swimming pool water, preventing corrosion of metal equipment and etching of plaster and leaching of grout Cal-Plus is completely soluble, ph neutral and it is safe to swim immediately after application CHLOR GUARD Pool Water Stabilizer Tablets. Chlor-Guard will protect chlorine from the sun s rays Slow release tablets are completely soluble; simply place in the skimmer basket Ideal for Salt water systems!

7 FORMULA 500 A superior, uniquely blended product which is highly effective in controlling the growth of fungi, greenish free-floating varieties of algae, mustard algae and the so-called black algae Formula 500 will not foam, will not react with chlorine or interfere with the efficient operation of sand, diatomaceous earth or cartridge filters Effective at any ph level and is ph neutral Reduces the sanitizer demand Non-metallic, contains no copper which can stain pool walls Use for opening, closings and throughout the season FORMULA 6000 Our concentrated nonmetallic poly algaecide Effective at killing and controlling the growth of ALL algae in swimming pools, exterior spas, whirlpools, hot tubs, decorative fountains and ponds ph neutral and compatible with all types of pool surfaces and sanitizers ALGAECIDE SUPREME 50% Non foaming, non metallic liquid algae control product Kills and controls stubborn algae growth and helps floc dead algae Effective at any ph; ph neutral 50% poly quat DISINFECTING Algae Control NO-PHOS Concentrated, natural additive that removes phosphates Regular use will help prevent algae growth Use in Salt water pools to keep generator running at peak efficiency X-TRA STRENGTH ALGAECIDE Liquid algae control product 40% alka quat ALGAECIDE Effective against green algae and blue-green algae 10% alka quat 4

8 Cleaning & Specialty Products SOFT TOUCH The ultimate water conditioner! Contains Borate, which softens the water to increase bathing enjoyment Maximizes the efficiency of disinfecting chemicals Improves water clarity Regular use can inhibit algae growth and stabilize ph META-SOL - SCALE & STAIN CONTROL A non-corrosive sequestering agent that bonds with dissolved metals to prevent staining and scale formation Removes and lifts existing scale and stains Prevents bath tub ring and scale at winter pool level when the pool is idle Essential for well water or when water hardness exceeds 50 ppm QUICK CLEAR A super highly concentrated water clarifier that adds brilliance to pool water, Helps the filter remove suspended particles and reduces chlorine demand when used regularly Quick Clear is non-toxic & does not affect ph level Use once weekly during swimming season to keep water sparkling clear C-CLEAR Proven exceptional at removing suspended solids from pool water C-Clear functions over a wide ph range (4-9), and is effective in cold water to ease spring clean-up Can also remove metal stains from the water Regular use reduces demand for disinfecting chemicals FRESH START LIQUID FILTER CLEANER Concentrated, Bio-degradable, Phosphate Free formula Cleans sand, cartridge and DE filters Regular use when backwashing keep filter working at peak efficiency 5

9 TNL TILE AND LINER CLEANER Multi-purpose cleaner is ideal for removing grease and stubborn stains from pool liners, diving boards, patio furniture and most other vinyl, tile or chrome surfaces Biodegradable and environmentally friendly STAY CLEAN Aids in eliminating water discolouration and surface stains due to metals A granular sequestrant that can be used on every type of pool surface CLEAR AID Alum granular flocking agent Removes extremely small particles which cause cloudiness in swimming pool water DISINFECTING Cleaning & Specialty Products FILTER FREE X-IT CHLOR-X Heavy duty granular acidic filter cleaner with colour indicator Removes rust, scale, oil and fine particles that backwashing fails Colour indicator tells you it is working Safer than muriatic acid Reduces or eliminates chlorine or bromine Use when switching from one disinfectant to another Limits environmental impact when draining and discharging pool water Dechlorination tablets used to remove chlorine or bromine disinfectant in pool water discharge Limits environmental impact when draining and discharging pool water 6

10 Kits & Test Strips OPENING KIT Start the season off right! Kit contains 3 products to rid of unwanted organic matter; prevent algae growth and prevent staining and scaling. WINTERIZING KIT All you will ever need to winterize you pool! Open next spring to crystal clear water. Gets rid of unwanted organic matter; Keeps algae away Prevents staining and scaling on pool & pipes Available in both In-ground & Above Ground pool sizes TEST STRIPS CAPO Test Strips are fast and effective for pools with chlorine or bromine-based disinfecting systems. Instant, easy-to-read and color coded. 3 types of strips available 4-Way tests for ph, alkalinity, free chlorine or free bromine 6-Way tests for ph, alkalinity, total chlorine, calcium hardness, free chlorine/bromine Salt Strips test saline levels ppm. Single dip test. Results in 30 seconds Salt Pools SALT SAVER The ultimate all-in-one partner for salt water pools. Protects and prolongs the life of the generator cell Prevents scale build up and aids in the cleaning of generator cells Prevents metal staining on pool surfaces Contains CYA (Cyanuric Acid) to protect the chlorine from the sun s rays A ph buffer to reduce the ph drift Clarifies to bring sparkle to the water Easy to use: one bag treats up to 80,000 L / 20,000 gal SALT CELL CLEANER Made from natural biodegradable ingredients, Salt Cell Cleaner is an effective way to clean and de-scale salt cells allowing the generator to operate at peak efficiency. Salt Cell Cleaner is a non-fuming product that is safer to use than muriatic acid. Other Essential PoolBoss Products for Salt Pools Stabilizer to protect against UV rays Meta-Sol to protect against staining and scaling Oxy-Out a non chlorine oxidizing shock No Phos eliminates phosphates that can build up on the cell 7

11 Cause and Remedy PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION CLOUDY WATER Combined chlorine in the water Treat daily with shock treatment with OXY OUT or POOL SHOCK as per instructed dosage until combined chlorine is eliminated ph too high Add ph DOWN until ph level reads Total Alkalinity too high Add dry or liquid acid as per Dealer s instructions. Adjust to ppm Hardness too high If hardness is above 500, circulate the water through a portable water softener and then add META-SOL. Adjust to ppm Extremely small particles in pool water caused by storm or pool flooding Poor circulation in certain areas Excessive dissolved solids in water Add QUICK CLEAR as instructed. In extreme cases a floc with C-CLEAR will be necessary Check the skimmer valve setting drawing water from the surface and bottom drain. Adjust setting of return nozzle downward Solids build up in water used year after year. Backwash at the rate of 1% per day SCALE FORMATION ph too high Add ph DOWN as per instructions on label. Do not use unstabilized chlorine Total Alkalinity too high Add ph DOWN or Muriatic Acid as per instructions on label Dissolved calcium too high Dilute water EXCESSIVE CHLORINE USAGE CORROSION of metal parts, pitting of concrete, rust specks on walls EYE/SKIN IRRITATION or chlorine odour Pool water not stabilized Dirty lint strainer or skimmer basket Overhanging trees ph out of balance Alkalinity too low ph out of balance Add STABILIZER. Adjust to a minimum of 30 ppm Clean out Cut back trees Test and adjust alkalinity to ppm. Adjust ph to Adjust to ppm with ALKA PLUS Adjust to with ph UP ph out of balance Adjust ph to Combined chlorine Shock your pool with OXY OUT or POOL SHOCK in the water ERRATIC ph Low total alkalinity Test alkalinity. Add ALKA PLUS. Adjust to ppm STAINS Metals in water Floc the water with C-CLEAR to remove metal stains. If stains are accessible, they can be removed by applying ph DOWN to the stained area. Add META-SOL to the pool water VISIBLE GREEN ALGAE BLACK ALGAE SPOTS Lack of chlorine addition Lack of chlorine addition Superchlorinate with POOL SHOCK daily and add FORMULA 500 Algaecide Black algae spots can be eliminated by putting a 90% available chlorine tablet in a soft cloth bag and lowering the bag on a string until it is near the spots. Brush the spots at intervals until they disappear. Add FORMULA 6000 Algaecide which destroys black algae 8 Common Pool Problems

12 DISPLAY TO BOOST SALES CAPO can supply attractive display shelves that are easy to assemble with top signage for better consumer awareness. IN-STORE TESTING EQUIPMENT Capo also distributes a wide variety of in-store professional water testing equipment. ASK US FOR DETAILS CAPO INDUSTRIES LTD Corporate Drive Burlington, Ontario L7L 5R6 Canada P: (905) F: (905) T: E: info@capoindustries.com