Description
Turn green, algae-covered water back to clear
Poolife Back to Blue Shock System is a two-part treatment designed to help recover green or algae-covered pool water. It combines a 78% calcium hypochlorite shock with a fast-acting flocculant that settles dead algae and debris for vacuuming. With proper circulation and cleanup, the water can begin to clear within 24 hours.
This single kit treats up to 15,000 gallons of pool water. It suits pool owners tackling an algae bloom or green water who can vacuum to waste as part of the cleanup.
A two-part approach to algae recovery
Back to Blue combines a high-strength Cal Hypo shock with a flocculant in one kit. The shock is designed to kill algae and bacteria, while the flocculant helps settle dead algae and debris for removal.
It is intended for problem-water treatments, such as pool openings, algae blooms, or neglected water—not routine chlorination.
Settle debris for easier removal
The flocculant drops debris to the pool bottom so it can be vacuumed out. A functioning vacuum-to-waste setup is required to use the system effectively.
Circulate the pool during treatment, then vacuum settled debris 12–24 hours after application, following the product label.
Made for serious pool cleanup
One kit treats up to 15,000 gallons of pool water. The system is designed for cloudy green water, algae-covered pools, and water that has gone untreated for weeks.
Results vary with water circulation, vacuuming efficiency, and the severity of the algae.
Check water before swimming
Treatment may temporarily raise chlorine levels. Retest and balance the water after treatment, and wait until chlorine returns to 1–4 ppm and debris has been removed before swimming.
Key Features and Benefits
- Two-part treatmentCombines shock and flocculant for algae recovery.
- 78% Cal Hypo shockUses Poolife’s stated high-potency calcium hypochlorite shock.
- Targets problem waterDesigned for algae blooms, pool openings, and neglected water.
- Settles debrisHelps drop dead algae and debris to the pool bottom for vacuuming.
- Treats up to 15,000 gallonsOne kit treats up to 15,000 gallons of pool water.
- Supports a clear-up processWater may begin to clear within 24 hours when used correctly.
Product Details
| Product Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Brand | Poolife™ |
| Product Name | Back to Blue Shock System Algae Treatment |
| Size | 1 Kit |
| Manufacturer SKU | 92106 |
| UPC | 073187921062 |
| For Use In | Swimming pools |
| Product Type | Two-part emergency algae treatment: Cal Hypo shock and flocculant |
| Form | Not specified in reviewed product details |
| Active Ingredient(s) | Shock component: 78% calcium hypochlorite. Flocculant active ingredient: Not specified in reviewed product details |
| Dosage | 1 kit treats up to 15,000 gallons of pool water |
| Treats/Coverage | Up to 15,000 gallons per kit |
| Stabilized (CYA) | Not specified in reviewed product details |
| Wait to Swim | Wait until chlorine returns to 1–4 ppm and all debris has been removed |
| Compatible With | The product is stated to be safe for vinyl, fiberglass, and plaster pool surfaces when used as directed. Chlorine products are not for biguanide/PHMB pools. |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place in the original packaging |
| Hazard/Shipping Class | Not specified in reviewed product details |
| Shipping Weight | About 4.8 lb |
How to Use
- Check the setup: Confirm you have a functioning pool vacuum that can vacuum to waste.
- Follow the label: Use the product according to the detailed, step-by-step directions on the container label.
- Circulate the water: Circulate the pool during treatment.
- Vacuum settled debris: Vacuum debris from the pool bottom 12–24 hours after application.
- Retest and balance: Retest the water and adjust it before returning to normal pool use.
- Confirm chlorine is in range: Do not swim until debris has been removed and chlorine returns to 1–4 ppm.
Important Compatibility and Safety Notes
Pool surface and system compatibility
When used according to label directions, the system is stated to be safe for vinyl, fiberglass, and plaster pool surfaces. It is a chlorine-based treatment, so it is not for biguanide/PHMB pools. Do not mix it with other chemicals. Vacuum-to-waste capability is required to remove the settled debris effectively.
Safety First
Wear protective gloves and eyewear during application. Do not mix with other chemicals. Store in a cool, dry place in the original packaging. Keep out of reach of children and pets, and always read and follow the full label directions and precautions on your container.
Why Choose Poolife Back to Blue?
Back to Blue combines shock and flocculant to address algae and the debris left behind in a single kit. It is designed for pool openings, algae blooms, and neglected water, with vacuum-to-waste cleanup as an essential part of the process.
Ideal For
- Pools with cloudy green water
- Pools affected by algae blooms
- Spring pool openings
- Neglected pools that have gone untreated for weeks
- Pool owners with a functioning vacuum-to-waste setup
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poolife Back to Blue Shock System used for?
It is designed to treat green or algae-covered pool water by combining shock with flocculant to help settle debris for removal.
Do I need special equipment to use Back to Blue?
Yes. A functioning pool vacuum that can vacuum to waste is required to remove the settled debris effectively.
When should I vacuum the debris?
Circulate the pool during treatment and vacuum settled debris 12–24 hours after application, following the product label.
Can I swim immediately after treatment?
No. Wait until all debris has been removed and chlorine returns to 1–4 ppm.
How much pool water does one kit treat?
One kit treats up to 15,000 gallons of pool water.
Can I use Back to Blue for routine pool shocking?
No. It is intended for emergency cleanups and algae recovery, not routine chlorination.
Is Back to Blue safe for vinyl-lined pools?
The product is stated to be safe for vinyl, fiberglass, and plaster pool surfaces when used according to label directions.
How quickly can the pool begin to clear?
The product information says water can begin to clear within 24 hours when used correctly. Results depend on circulation, vacuuming efficiency, and algae severity.
How much pool water does SKU 92106 treat?
The kit treats up to 15,000 gallons of pool water.