Hired-Hand Mega-Cool: Square Reservoir - Manual (Page 20)

Part No. 4801-5397 Rev. 5-08 Mega-Cool System – Square Reservoir Page 20
Algae Treatment
If algae develops on pipes or on the pads, it may be necessary to add a water treatment compound to control algae growth. With a 7 inch depth of water in the
reservoir, the quantity of water (gallons) in your system is equal to the system length in feet times 2.25. For example an 80 foot system will hold 180 gallons at a water
depth in the reservoir of 7 inches.
The following are approved products for water treatment for Polar-Cool Systems and Pads:
Note: Do not exceed recommended dosage by manufacturer!
Product Names
• Evap
100
• Aquamax
• Ice Wand
• PWT by Jones Hamilton Co.
• Agri-Cool II by RXV Products
• Ice Guard AP Nu-Calgon Wholesaler, Inc.
• VIROCIDE
• Bio
Stop
•
Kool-N-Kleen
Chemicals
• Quaternary
amine
• Sodium hydrogen sulfate
• Alkyl dimethyl benxyl ammonium chloride
The following are not approved products for water treatment for Polar-Cool Systems and Pads:
Product Names
• SYNTRxpH Powder and pHresh Air SYNTRx Chemicals
• Peraclean 5
• Physan
20
• Greenshield
CA
• Chlorine
Bleach
• Proxy-Clean
• AguaKlen
Chemicals
• Oxidizing agents or oxidizing biocides
Ex. Chlorine dioxide, Sodium hypochlorite (chlorine bleach), Calcium
hypochlorite, Hydrantoin (bromine), Sodium Chlorite
• Caustic chemicals or compounds
Ex. Sodium hydroxide
• Strong Acids
Ex. Hydrochloric and sulfuric acids
You may also consult your local agricultural distributor for a recommended water treatment chemical. Water pH range must be 6-8 for maximum longevity.