{"product_id":"liquid-pool-filter-electrode-descaler-5-l-purissimeau","title":"Liquid Pool, Filter \u0026 Electrode Descaler Purissimeau – 5 L","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLiquid Pool, Filter \u0026amp; Electrode Descaler Purissimeau – 5 L\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurissimeau Liquid Descaler – 5 L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an acidic cleaning product designed to remove stubborn limescale and rust deposits from swimming pool surfaces and compatible equipment. It can be used when cleaning an emptied pool, maintaining sand and diatomaceous earth (DE) filters, and descaling suitable electrodes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in France, this liquid descaler contains a corrosion inhibitor and comes in a 5 L container. The recommended quantities and contact times depend on the specific cleaning application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant: This is an equipment and surface-cleaning product, not a water treatment to be poured directly into a filled swimming pool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is Purissimeau descaler used for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurissimeau descaler is intended for removing mineral deposits that build up on pool surfaces and filtration equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts documented applications include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCleaning swimming pool walls and surfaces during draining.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemoving limescale and rust deposits from compatible pool finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescaling sand filters and removable DE filter elements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCleaning electrodes approved for acidic descaling by their equipment manufacturer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemoving mineral deposits from suitable poolside surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan this descaler be added to a filled swimming pool?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Purissimeau descaler is intended for targeted cleaning of surfaces and equipment. The dilution recommended for pool walls is used to prepare a cleaning solution for an emptied pool. It is not a dosage per cubic metre of pool water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen should you use this pool descaler?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse this product when persistent mineral deposits or rust stains are present on compatible surfaces, filtration components or suitable electrodes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescaling is a targeted maintenance operation. The manufacturer does not specify a universal monthly or seasonal application schedule.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo understand why mineral deposits form, read our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iopool.com\/blogs\/pool-advices\/limescale-deposits-understanding-preventing-and-removing-them\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eguide to preventing and removing limescale in swimming pools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDosage and instructions for use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCleaning emptied swimming pools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor cleaning the surfaces of a drained swimming pool:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrepare a cleaning solution using \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e200 mL to 1 L of descaler per 1 L of water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, depending on the amount of scale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways add the descaler to the water, never water to the descaler.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply the solution to compatible surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of contact time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrush the surfaces and rinse thoroughly with plenty of clean water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese quantities are for preparing a surface-cleaning solution. They must not be interpreted as a treatment dose for the entire pool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescaling sand filters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe required quantity depends on the filter's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erated flow capacity in m³\/h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, not the swimming pool's water volume.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilter flow capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescaler quantity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4–6 m³\/h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7–10 m³\/h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11–15 m³\/h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccording to the manufacturer, the corresponding quantity is introduced into the filter or pre-filter and left to act for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, followed by a backwash.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow the filtration equipment manufacturer's instructions and the applicable wastewater-handling requirements. Do not extrapolate the table to other filter capacities without manufacturer guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescaling diatomaceous earth (DE) filters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe manufacturer's instructions specify soaking suitable plates, candles or discs in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25% descaler solution for 12 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, followed by rinsing with water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck the compatibility of the filter components and the manufacturer's mixing instructions before preparing the solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescaling compatible electrodes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor electrodes whose manufacturer permits acidic cleaning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrepare a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50% descaler solution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in accordance with the applicable instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow the solution to act for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmpty the cleaning solution using the appropriate waste-handling procedure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepeat if necessary until the scale deposits have dissolved, without exceeding the equipment manufacturer's restrictions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese instructions do not establish universal compatibility with all electrodes or salt chlorinator cells.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not use this product to clean iopool EcO pH or ORP sensors without explicit compatibility approval.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor additional information, read our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iopool.com\/blogs\/pool-advices\/saltwater-pool-and-salt-chlorine-generator-the-complete-guide-before-you-decide\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eguide to saltwater pools and salt chlorine generators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCleaning pool surrounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor suitable poolside surfaces, the technical sheet recommends \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30–50 mL of descaler per 1 L of water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, for manual application or use with a floor-cleaning machine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck the surface material and cleaning equipment compatibility before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurissimeau\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydrapro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct range reference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0192\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcidic cleaning and descaling liquid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear, colourless liquid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdentified acidic ingredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhosphoric acid and hydrochloric acid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContains a corrosion inhibitor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH at 1% dilution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.75 ± 0.50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDensity at 20°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.07 ± 0.02 g\/cm³\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of manufacture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafety precautions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDANGER — H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis product is corrosive. Before handling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead the product label and safety data sheet carefully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear suitable protective gloves, protective clothing and eye\/face protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse in a properly ventilated area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNever mix the descaler with other chemical products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eObserve the incompatibilities with bases, organic materials and metals identified in the safety data sheet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the original container tightly closed, away from children, heat, light and freezing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe presence of a corrosion inhibitor does not guarantee that the product is safe for every surface or material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDispose of residues and cleaning solutions according to the manufacturer's instructions and local regulations. Do not discharge the product into drains or waterways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn case of skin or eye contact, immediately follow the first-aid instructions on the label and contact a poison centre or doctor without delay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow can you help prevent limescale deposits?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescaling removes existing deposits but does not replace regular water balance monitoring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iopool.com\/collections\/test-strips\/products\/iopool-6in1-test-strips-x50\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eiopool 6-in-1 test strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to check water hardness and other relevant parameters. The EcO water analyser monitors pH, ORP and water temperature but does not directly measure hardness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese measurements can support limescale prevention. They do not replace the manufacturer's descaling instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs this product a preventive anti-scale treatment?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. It is designed to remove existing deposits from compatible surfaces and equipment, not to prevent scale by treating pool water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan it be used to clean cartridge filters?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe manufacturer's instructions cover sand filters and DE filters but do not provide a procedure for cartridge filters. Compatibility should not be assumed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Purissimeau descaler suitable for all pool surfaces?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe manufacturer describes broad compatibility with pool finishes. However, individual materials, metallic components and equipment may have specific restrictions that must be checked before cleaning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan it be used on iopool EcO probes?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility with EcO pH and ORP sensors has not been established. Always follow the dedicated EcO cleaning and maintenance instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow often should a sand filter be descaled?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo fixed frequency is specified. Descaling should be based on the condition of the filter and its manufacturer's maintenance instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"iopool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47151663776074,"sku":"DET-FLT-5K-H-V1","price":19.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0100\/9998\/2432\/files\/0192_DETARTRANT_BASSINS_FILTRES_ELECTRODES_5L.-600xcenter-c-default.png?v=1695992105","url":"https:\/\/iopool.com\/products\/liquid-pool-filter-electrode-descaler-5-l-purissimeau","provider":"iopool","version":"1.0","type":"link"}