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Nothing is better than actually removing problematic metals, from the water, and that is what the METALTRAP Filter does!

The METALTRAP utilizes a new filtration media, that chemically reacts with metals, such as iron, copper & manganese and permanently removes them from the water. These unique, patent-pending units selectively filter out stain-causing metals and helps protect your pool or spa from unsightly rusty, tan, brown, green, black or gray stains. Removes metals that pass through ordinary filters.

The METALTRAP Filters are all ideal for Spa use. Spas are typically drained and refilled every 3 months, to avoid the buildup of byproducts and organic materials. A unit suited for a 10,000 gallon pool, can be used to refill a typical spa, 20 or more times, depending upon the actual metal content. The savings in treatment chemicals will more than make this a worthwhile investment and help provide better water quality, as well.

Units are available in 3 sizes to process up to 10,000, 25,000 or 50,000 gallons of water, depending of the level of contamination and the size of your pool or spa. The gallonage ratings are based on a total metals content of 1 PPM. Higher metals levels will require larger or additional METALTRAP Filters. With 1 PPM or less of total metals, recirculate at 8-10 gallons a minute. With 1-2 PPM of total metals, recirculate at 4-5 gallons a minute. Proportionally adjust for higher metals levels, both in terms of flow rate and METALTRAP gallonage rating.

●  The 10,000 gallon size unit can be used to refill a typical spa about 20 times or more.
●  Use to fill a new pool or spa or to recirculate water to remove metals from a problem pool or spa.
●  To fill a new pool or spa, just attach to a garden hose.
●  Flow is typically 5-7 gallons a minute and is adjustable, depending on source water quality.
●  An absolute must for pool or spas that use well water.
●  Helps eliminate sulfur odors.
●  Use it to process the water added to plaster mixes, to reduce staining possibilities.
●  Helps your existing filter maintain a better looking and stain free pool or spa.
●  Use on all new water additions to help assure no problematic minerals are added.
●  Recirculate seasonally to help assure better water quality.
●  Stain removal can be tedious and expensive: the METALTRAP Filter helps you avoid those problems.
●  No Installation!!! Simply attach to a garden hose.

METALTRAP 1-Micron Pre-Filter

A unit suited for a 10,000 gallon pool, can be used to refill a typical spa, 20 or more times.

●  Units are available for a variety of pool and spa sizes and applications.
●  Pool size treats up to 20,000 gallons of water and is 20" (50.8 cm.) in length.
●  Spa size can also be used with smaller pools, treats up to 10,000 gallons and is 10" (25.4 cm.) in length.
●  No installation is required!!! Simply attach to a garden hose.
●  Get better quality water and reduce chemical costs.
●  Removes oxidized metals such as copper, iron and manganese.
●  Preventing problems saves on chemical treatment, time and effort.

Dual-Filter
System 14

METALTRAP Dual-Filter Systems

Two refillable systems
Use with or without a pool auto-leveler. 

If you have an auto-leveler, that automatically raises the water level and use well water or a source that is known to contain metals, pre-treating the water, can help you avoid a host of problems and expenses. You will be able to prevent iron, copper and manganese from getting into your pool and will spare yourself the staining, discoloration and expensive treatments. Even odorous sulfides can be removed. The contaminated water goes in and the first filter removes heavy metals and sulfides and the second 5-micron filter removes organic contaminants and even some bacteria and viruses. Two capacities are available: each with a choice of 2 piping sizes. The 5-micron filter is washable and reusable.

While this system was designed for pools with auto-fillers (auto-levelers), it can be used with any pool, with water being added on an as-needed basis. Only the 1" line model is solely designed for permanent installation. All other sizes are able to deliver water to the pool, using a standard garden hose, and do not require an auto-filler.

●  METALTRAP Dual-Filter System 6: treats up to 12,000 gallons of water. Available in pipe sizes, in and out, of 1/2" or 3/4".
●  METALTRAP Dual-Filter System 14: treats up to 28,000 gallons of water. Available in pipe sizes, in and out, of 3/4" or 1.0".
●  Replacement cartridges are available for metals removal: MT-RC-6 or MT-RC-14
●  Replacement cartridges are available for sediment & bacteria removal: RBF-RC-6 or RBF-RC-14.
●  1" model is designed to be permanently plumbed into the water line, that leads to the pool auto-filler.
●  All other models can be used with or without an auto-filler.
●  Adaptor, for hose connection, is included.

Liquid METALTRAP, 1-quart bottle

●  1-quart (954 ml) treats 10,000 (38,000 L) gallon pool, with up to 1 PPM of metals.
●  4-ounces (119 ml) treats a 500 gallon (1900 L) spa.
●  Contains no phosphates.
●  This a true chelating agent.
●  Works across the full pH range.
●  Treats and prevents most stains caused by heavy metals, such as iron, copper and manganese.
 

METALTRAP Stain Remover
1.75-lb. bottle

●  1-pound per 10,000 gallons.  One bottle contains 1.75 pounds.
●  2-ounces treats a 500 gallon spa.
●  100% active, non-toxic reducing agent.
●  Does not contain toxic oxalic acid.
●  Helps remove stains, by making the metallic ions more soluble.
●  Only requires a pH of 6.8-7.2.
 

TOTAL-TRAP
POOL REFRESH System

●  Removes phosphates, iron, copper, manganese and silver.
●  Refreshes the water and removes phosphates, heavy metals and more!
●  When you don't have the option of draining a pool or spa, POOL REFRESH can be the perfect solution!
●  Two-Part system for better performance and results.

Draining a pool is not always a safe option. Drought restrictions have to be considered. POOL REFRESH is a new patent-pending technology, that refreshes existing pool or spa water, back to the quality of new water. There is no need to drain the water or refill an existing pool or spa. This unique 2-part system, is simply added to the skimmer, with the filter running and precipitates most accumulated chemicals and impurities. Afterwards, it is either vacuumed or filtered out of the pool or spa. After the filter has been cleaned, the water will be refreshed, just like new. POOL REFRESH reacts with and removes stain-causing metals, such as iron, copper, manganese and silver. Also, removed are phosphates which can promote algae growth, undissolved minerals, such as calcium and magnesium, which can cause scaling and cloudy water and other unwanted salts, sediments and impurities. One-quart of each product treats up to 10,000 gallons (38,000 L) of water. Spas can use proportionally smaller amounts.

1. Add muriatic acid to lower the pH to 7.0 - 7.2

2. Keep the filter running, for at least several hours, to make sure the pH is uniform.

3. Slowly add 1-quart of POOL REFRESH Part A, through the skimmer, with filter running. 1-quart, per 10,000 gallons should be added. Take 5-1o minute per bottle, to add the product.

4. Add 1-quart of muriatic acid, for each quart of POOL REFRESH Part A added. Allow the filter to run for 1 -2 hours.

5. Turn the filter off, to allow the settling action to begin, wait at least 1-2 hours. before proceeding further.

6. You'll need 1-quart of POOL REFRESH Part B, for each 10,000 gallons of pool water. Resume filtering. Mix each quart of Part B with 3 parts of pool water and slowly pour in front of an operating return jet, to aid in dispersion.

7. Operate pump for about 1-2 hours and shut off. This allows the precipitation and removal process to begin. The following day, vacuum the sediment to waste. Using a METALTRAP Filter will help you avoid re-introducing the metals that caused the problem.

8. For the next few days, vacuum (not to waste) up any precipitated minerals and/or allow the filter to remove and suspended debris. If you have a sand of cartridge filter, add a filter aid to improve performance. If you have a D.E. filter, no filter aid is required.

9. Monitor the filter pressure. If it rises too high, backwash or clean the filter, depending on filter type. If filter aid was used, reapply. Depending up the nature of your mineral problem, the filter may have to be serviced several times. Monitor the pressure will help gauge the progress. The unwanted and potentially problematic minerals are what is being vacuumed away and filtered out. What's left is refreshed and better quality water!

10. Test the water for the iron, copper and/or manganese, to make sure the levels have been lowered. If Liquid METALTRAP was used previously, the chelated and now harmless metals, may register on a water test. In either case, add a quart of Liquid METALTRAP, per 10,000 gallons of pool water, to scavenge up and residual metals. Add another dose each spring and always use a METALTRAP Filter, when adding new water.

11. At this point, you should be good to go and can resume normal pool chemistry and filtration.

METALTRAP
Stain Reversal System

STEP 1—STAIN TEST: Metal stains can be many colors: green, black, red, brown, gray, purple and many variations of each. Can the stain be brushed off? If yes, then the area may be organic debris or algae. Have you tried Chlorine? If yes and stain persists, it’s likely to be metallic in origin (Iron if light brown, Copper if bluish green, Silver if dark gray, Manganese if dark brown or purple).

No expensive Stain Identification Kit is needed. A simple “lemon test” helps to be sure, that the problem is metals, before proceeding with the stain reversal treatment.

Lemon Test Directions: Cut a lemon in half. Rub on a small stained area. For more stubborn stains, squeeze the lemon and allow the lemon on the stain for a few minutes. If the stain changes, lightens or lifts in any way, you know the problem is metals and that METALTRAP STAIN REMOVER will remove the stain.

METALTRAP Stain Remover is all-natural, metal removing formula, that contains no toxic oxalic acid.  It chemically changes iron, copper and manganese stains, on pool and spa surfaces such as fiberglass, vinyl liners, plaster finishes, plastic returns, main drains and grout, to a more soluble and less colored form. Metal stains are less likely to recur, when this METALTRAP Stain Remover is used in conjunction with the POOL REFRESH and METALTRAP Pre-Filter products.

BEFORE TREATMENT:  For best results, clean the pool filter and adjust the water chemistry as follows: Chlorine Level (0-0.5 ppm), pH (7.0-7.2), total alkalinity (50-90) and phosphates (below 100 ppb). The pool water should be clear and free of visible algae. If staining is especially heavy, on a plaster surface, lower the pH to 6.8, before applying. It is recommended that all chlorinators and heaters be bypassed, if possible, before adding chemicals. NOTE FOR CUSTOMERS WITH COPPER HEAT EXCHANGERS: If no bypass or recirculate setting is available, be careful not to allow your pH levels to drop below 7.0.

STEP 2—METALTRAP STAIN REMOVER: Turn your filter system off. Add 1 lb. of METALTRAP Stain Remover for every 10,000 gallons of water. Distribute around the pool perimeter, sprinkling this powder evenly, into the pool water, to disperse throughout. Apply heaviest over any more highly stained areas. Do not add any chlorine products, to the water, until the entire Stain Reversal Process has been completed. Leave the filter off for 1 hour.

Turn the filter system back on,  and leave the chlorinator and heaters in the bypassed position. Run the filter continuously for 24-48 hours, or until the stain is completely gone. During this treatment, brush the entire surface of the pool and spa, at least twice per day, to help remove the stain. NOTE: A combination brush (part stainless steel and part nylon) is recommended on plaster pools, and a nylon only brush is recommended for fiberglass and vinyl liners. After the stains have been eliminated, vacuum to any visible residues to waste.  Filter aids can be used with sand and cartridge filters, to remove heavy residue.

STEP 3—POOL REFRESH: To remove the newly dissolved metals from the water, immediately follow with the addition of POOL REFRESH A and B. The product acts like to a "floccing" agent, to safely react with these dissolved metals, clouding the pool, and coagulating the particles, so they can be permanently removed by filtration. You should see the metals brought out of suspension and precipitated, within 24 hrs. After the pool has become cloudy, add some DE filter-aid powder (1/2-pound), through your skimmer to increase the efficiency of your current filtration system. Immediately, turn the filters back on and start filtering the metals out, on a non-stop basis. Keep a close eye on your filter pressure, at all times, and backwash as required, adding additional DE filter-aid each time. The time required, for this final cleanout process, will vary depending on the size of the pool, the levels of metals and staining present, and the efficiency of the circulation and filtration system. Typically, this process will take 2-5 days. (Please refer to the POOL REFRESH label for complete details)

STEP 4—BALANCING WATER CHEMISTRY: Once stains are completely removed, thoroughly clean the filter to remove any trapped metals. Before reintroducing chlorine, add 1 quart of Liquid METALTRAP for every 10,000 gallons of water. Liquid METALTRAP is designed to safely chelate (bond) with dissolved heavy metals in your water, deactivating their staining potential and keeping those metals safely in a harmless state. (Please refer to the LIQUID METALTRAP label for complete details.)

Gradually bring total chlorine levels to 1.0 ppm over a 3-5 day period. WARNING: Shocking a pool is never recommended, immediately after a metal stain treatment, as it increases the risk of a recurrence of staining. If algae appears at any time during this process, use a 60% Polymer Formula algaecide, as a temporary sanitizing option. Slowly raise the  pH level to 7.2. Remove the filter bypass and put all equipment back on-line. Balancing your overall water chemistry, as needed.

STEP 5—FILTER METALS OUT BEFORE ADDING NEW WATER: Always use a METALTRAP Filter to remove metals, from source water, every time you add new water to your pool or spa. Continue with maintenance levels of Liquid METALTRAP according to label directions, to protect against future staining.

METALTRAP-PLUS
Stain Reversal System

●  Units are available in 3 sizes to process up to 10,000 25,000 or 50,000 gallons of water, depending of the level of contamination and the size of your pool or spa.
●  The 10,000 gallon size unit can be used to pre-filter and fill a typical spa about 20 times or more.
●  Use to fill a new pool or spa or to recirculate water to remove organic contaminants from a problem pool or spa.
●  To fill a new pool or spa, just attach to a garden hose, to remove contaminants as water is added.
●  Flow is typically 5-7 gallons a minute and is adjustable, depending on source water quality. Heavier contamination levels require slower flow rates: just turn the valve to increase media contact time.
●  An absolute must for pool or spas that use well water or some municipal water supplies.
●  Also removes swimmer's wastes, cosmetic residues and dead algae decomposition products.
●  Use it to process the water added to plaster mixes, to reduce staining possibilities.
●  Helps your existing filter maintain a better looking and stain free pool or spa.
●  Use on all new water additions to help assure no problematic organic contaminants are added.
●  Recirculate seasonally to help assure better water quality.
●  Organic contamination can be worrisome: the PURESTART Filter helps provide peace of mind.
●  No Installation!!! Simply attach to a garden hose.

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