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MAINTENANCE AND CARE
WATER QUALITY ISSUES (continued):
2. CHEMICAL QUALITY
water supply or treatment company and follow their suggestions for treatment.
Calcium and Magnesium Salts
determine the calcium and/or magnesium content and/or corrosion potential of the water and follow their suggestions
suggest solutions if a problem is present.
Iron- Iron is found in many natural waters especially from wells. Iron in water can also result from the corrosion of piping
water system. High iron levels may result in the formation of brown stains in the vicinity of the faucet outlets of various
need to contact the water supplier to determine the iron content and/or corrosion potential of the water and follow their
water and suggest solutions if a problem is present.
Manganese-
supplier to determine the manganese content of the water and follow their suggestions for treatment. If you are on an
is present.
Pigmented Bacteria- Water utilities from all over the United States have experienced calls from consumers inquiring and
pronounced in white tubs. The residue is less likely a problem associated with water quality than with naturally occurring
free from the bacterial film is continual cleaning. The AWWA recommends a chlorine containing compound as the best