STEP 1 Watch the video STEP 2 Take the Quiz Step 1 of 3 33% Name* First Last Email* Store* Address* Street Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code T-Shirt Size*Select Your SizeSMLXLXXL Welcome to the PristineBlue Family! By completing this Certification Exam you will be on your way to better customer relations and higher customer retention.Before starting a pool on PristineBlue, test the source water for the following:* It is not necessary to test the source water pH, total alkalinity, calcium hardness, iron, copper, phosphates, total and free chlorine Temperature Total alkalinity should be:* 50-90ppm 60-120ppm 40-100ppm What is the difference between PristineExtra and PristinePower?* There isn’t a difference between PristineExtra and PristinePower. PristineExtra is chlorine and PristinePower is a shock oxidizer that does not contain chlorine. PristinePower is stronger that PristineExtra. What happens if there is an overdose of PristineBlue?* There are no adverse effects of adding too much PristineBlue. The water will look even better and be more protected against algae and bacteria. The most common signs that occur have been staining, blue color in the filter or excessive blue color in the backwash water. Which of the following products is PristineBlue compatible with?* Chlorine, Bromine and Salt Algaecides Biguanides PristineBlue is EPA registered and is registered in every state.* True False It is OK to use another brand of metal removers while using the PristineBlue system.* True False How much PristineBlue should be used at initial start-up?* 2 oz. per 1,000 gallons ( 20 oz. per 10,000 gallons) 2 oz. per 10,000 gallons 1 oz. per 1,000 gallons More PristineBlue should be added if the water looks cloudy.* True False The pH of your pool or spa should be in the following range:* 6.2-6.8 7.2-7.6 7.6-8.0 Which products are compatible with PristineBlue?* Biguanides Flocculants Metal Out None of the above When starting the PristineBlue system, which product is added first?* PristineCheck PristineClean PristineBlue One of the most important things you can learn is how each product is used. Using the wrong product can be costly and time consuming.Which of the following is the cornerstone of the system that helps promote crystal clear water?* PristineClear PristinePower PristineCheck PristineClean PristineExtra PristineBlue Dosage: 2 oz. per 1,000 gallons of waterWhich of the following is a shock oxidizer that does not contain chlorine?* PristineClear PristineBlue PristinePower PristineExtra PristineClean PristineCheck Dosage: 1 lb. per 10,000 gallons of waterWhich of the following is a product that contains 99% sodium di-chlor?* PristineClean PristineClear PristineCheck PristinePower PristineBlue PristineExtra Dosage: 1 lb. per 10,000 gallons of waterWhich of the following is a water prep that gets your pool or spa water ready for the introduction of PristineBlue®?* PristineExtra PristinePower PristineClear PristineClean PristineCheck PristineBlue Dosage: 2 ounces per 1,000 gallons of waterWhich of the following ensures sparkling clean surfaces in your pool by inhibiting scale formation and stains caused by metals in the water?* PristineClean PristineExtra PristinePower PristineBlue PristineCheck PristineClear Dosage: 2 oz. per 10,000 gallons of waterWhich of the following clears cloudy water in pools by bringing suspended particles together enabling the filtration system to better remove the particles?* PristineExtra PristineBlue PristineClear PristineClean PristinePower PristineCheck Dosage: 2 oz. per 10,000 gallons of waterWhich product should be used for metal control?* PristineExtra PristineClear PristineClean Which product is a shock-oxidizer that does not contain chlorine?* PristineBlue PristineExtra PristinePower Avoid using a cal-hypo shock in a PristineBlue® pool or spa* True False Adjusting water balance in the correct order prevents pH bounce. What is the correct order?* Total alkalinity first, then pH pH first, then total alkalinity It only matters if the water temperature is over 90 degrees. Before starting PristineBlue® the water should be clear?* True False What does the Mini-Test kit measure?* Alkalinity Chlorine PristineBlue When starting up a pool on the PristineBlue system a customer should add how much PristineCheck per 1,000 gallons of water?* 2 oz. 3 oz. 4 oz. PristinePower is an oxidizing compound used to chemically break up organic matter. True False Cloudy water can be caused by what?* Improper water balance Inadequate filtration Excess calcium All of the above Weekly maintenance includes:* Remove debris form the pool and skimmer. Brush walls and floor of the pool. Vacuum the pool. All of the above. PristineBlue and other algaecides can be added to the same water to provide double protection from algae.* True False You should always test your PristineBlue level before adding additional PristineBlue.* True False When should you test your water balance?* Once a month Twice a day At least once a week Every 2 days PristineBlue is:* Sanitizer Algaecide/bactericide Which of the following is PristineBlue compatible with, most commonly used in spas and hot tubs?* Ionizer Ozonator Mineral inserts Which surface is Pristine Blue compatible with:* Vinyl Gunite Cured plaster Fiberglass All of the above Δ
