Trichlor, also known as trichloroisocyanuric acid or TCCA, is a white crystalline powder or granular substance with a strong chlorine odor. It is a powerful and versatile disinfectant and sanitizer that is commonly used in water treatment applications. Trichlor is highly soluble in water and releases chlorine when dissolved, making it an effective agent for killing bacteria, viruses, and algae in swimming pools, spas, and other water systems. It is known for its long-lasting disinfecting properties and stability in sunlight, making it suitable for outdoor applications. Trichlor is also used as a shock treatment to rapidly sanitize water and oxidize contaminants. However, it should be handled and used with caution, following proper safety guidelines, as it is a strong oxidizing agent and can cause irritation or damage if not used correctly. Its specifications are:
- Chemical Formula: C3Cl3N3O3
- Physical State: White crystalline powder or granules
- Solubility: Highly soluble in water
- Odor: Strong chlorine odor
- Disinfectant: Powerful disinfectant and sanitizer
- Chlorine Release: Releases chlorine when dissolved in water
- Microbial Control: Effective against bacteria, viruses, and algae
Trichlor Uses in Water Treatment
Trichlor, or trichloroisocyanuric acid (TCCA), is widely used in water treatment due to its exceptional disinfection properties. It serves as a powerful and versatile sanitizer, effectively eliminating bacteria, viruses, and algae in water systems such as swimming pools and spas. Trichlor is highly soluble in water, releasing chlorine when dissolved, which acts as a potent disinfectant. Its stability in sunlight makes it suitable for outdoor applications. Trichlor is employed for routine disinfection, as well as shock treatments to rapidly sanitize water and oxidize contaminants. It is valued for its long-lasting disinfecting effects and ability to maintain water quality.
Directions For Use
This product is intended for use in controlling bacteria and algae in swimming pools. This slow dissolving product is to be used in suitable chlorinating devices.
- DO NOT add directly to the swimming pool
Start Up
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- Before using this product, make sure that the filtration system is clean and operating properly
- Adjust the pH of the water in the range of 7.2-7.6 using suitable products and a reliable test kit. Adjust the alkalinity of the water to be a minimum of 125 ppm (mg/L) based on the test kit reading
Shock Treatment
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- The pool water must be superchloinated or shocked every seven days or whenever the combined chlorine level is above 0.5 ppm (mg/L)
- Combined chlorine is the difference between free and total chlorine
- Add a sufficient amount of shock product directly to the surface of circulating water to raise the available chlorine level to 5-6 ppm, based on test kit readings
- If the combined chlorine reading is not below 0.5 ppm and the water has been restored to its normal clarity, repeat the shock treatment described above
- Do not enter water until free available chlorine reading is below 3 ppm, combined chlorine is below 0.5 ppm and the water is restored to its normal clarity
Maintenance Treatment
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- Add this product to the feeder
- Adjust feeder to maintain the free available chlorinated level in the water at 1-3 ppm as indicated by test kit
- Periodically refill feeding device with enough tablets to assure a constant treatment level of 1-3 ppm available chlorine
- Weather and usage effect sanitizer levels
- In addition, oils, lotions, fragrances, cleaners, etc may cause foaming of cloudy water as well as reduce efficiency of this prouduct
- Maintain the ph at 7.2-7.6
Winterizing
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- Thoroughly clean and vacuum the pool
- Empty the feeder of all tablets
- While water is still clear and clean, add 16 oz of an appropriate shock product for each 10,000 gallons of water, while filtration system is running
- This will increase the available chlorine by approximately 8 ppm.
- Cover, pool, prepare heater, filter and heater components for winter by following manufacturer’s instructions
Spas and Hot Tubs
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- This product is intended for use in controlling bacteria in spas, hot tubs, Hubbard, immersion and hydrotherapy tanks
- This product is highly effective in controlling and destroying algae in outdoor spas and hot tubs
- This slow dissolving product is to be used in a suitable chlorinating device
- DO NOT add directly to the spa water
- Reentry into treated swimming pools is prohibited above levels of 3ppm chlorine
