Algae treatment, Chemicals, Product names – Hired-Hand Mega-Cool rev 6-09 User Manual
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Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 6-09
Mega-Cool System
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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.
The following are approved products/chemicals 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/chemicals 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
Example: Chlorine dioxide, Sodium hypochlorite (chlorine bleach), Calcium
hypochlorite, Hydrantoin (bromine), Sodium Chlorite
• Caustic chemicals or compounds
Example: Sodium hydroxide
• Strong Acids
Example: 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.