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20 - PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, May 11, 1993 "Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" Pools, Patios & Gardens ttt tht HAH HH eb hh 4 4 HEE EE HS he 4 HAR PH HH Hr rh HEE RHEE EE EH 4H 4444 0404p D A ( , LANDSCAPING LIMITED Over 30 Years Experience COMPLETE LANDSCAPING SNOW PLOWING Fences ° Patios Interlocking Stone FREE ESTIMATES Port Perry... 985-8307 by Garden Centre Landscape Retaining Walls 5825 Thickson Rd. N Winchester 2 VRed Rose Taunton Rd. § Hwy 401 WHITBY [= OSHAWA | Residential » Commercial » Industrial Red Rose | BARRA AA AAs sta ry ARR Follow a few simple rules to open your pool safely and easily Nothing signals the onset of summer like the opening of a pool. This time every year, thou- sands of pool owners begin pull- ing back their covers, hosing off their lawn furniture and spruc- ing up their back yards for an- other season of good ol' summer- time living. Those who properly winterize their pools, normally have only a few steps to take to get their pool in gear for swim- ming and enjoyment. Follow these simple steps to open your pool safely and easily: * Remove your pool cover, clean it completely before stor- ingit away for the season. * This will prevent cracking and fading. * Check to make sure your fil- ter and pump are in good work- ing order. Replace your filter or clean it with the appropriate cleaner. BUSHES "4 each 40 Vanedward Dr, 985-7363 PORT * For your home water test kit, you will need to purchase new 'reagents" at the start of each season in order to get prop- er readings. Blanchard's Pool Store offers free water analysis through computerized system. You should take about a quart of water in for analysis at the start of the season, and they will professionally test the wa- ter and provide you with a per- sonalized prescription for your pool. * Fill your pool to the proper level and begin circulating. Add the appropriate chemical prod- ucts to bring your water into balance immediately. If you did not properly winter- ize your pool, you may encoun- ter some nasty problems when you pull back your cover. Don't panic. Almost any pool problem » Seed Potatoes Onion Sets + Garden Seeds Spring Fertilizers Peat Moss POOL STORE 239 Queen St. Port Perry 985-9746 ERVING SCUGOG AREA MONTH OF MAY TRUCKLOAD PRE-SALE Please allow 7 days for delivery of sale items. IJ TAB GUARD® PUCKS Slow dissolving stabilized organic chlorine tablets. Reg. $69.95 for 7kg. $45.95 SOLAR BLANKET $79.95 AUTOMATIC POOL VAC $ 439.00 i Henini L} BARRACUDA - reg. $61900 Save up to 35% off regular book prices! Above Ground Pool Kits o\%e]l[e]o}[=R{Te1n0 $605.00 201t. LIQUID | CHLORINE | with this coupon. Expires June 15/93. BE oer expires May 31, 1993. "NEW" STINGY STICK® Stabilized chlorinating sticks work 24 hours a day killing bacteria. Stabilized organic chlorine is cy slowly & continuously released. on 945.95 $219.00 BROMINATING TABLETS® These brominating tablets fit in existing feeders for even 24 hour protection. Less odor. Active in -: higher pH range. 20kg. reg. $275.00 Blanchard's Pool Store - 985-9746 239 Queen Street, Port Perry can be solved with the proper care. Take a water sample to Blanchard's at 239 Queen St for a recommended treatment plan to bring back your sparkling blue pool. Start the season right by keeping safety in mind. Every pool should have a ring buoy with an attached line and/or a long handled hook. This is the type of equipment you won't want out of reach if the time comes to use it. Once you've taken the proper care to open your pool, enjoy it in style. It's going to be a long, hot summer! Grelting your lawnmower ready for the season Here are some basic guide- lines to help you get your lawn- mower ready for the season. 1. Switch off all controls and remove the spark plug wire. Drain the old oil and fill it with SAE heavy duty 30 oil. This oil stands up to hotter conditions better than a multi grade oil. The oil has two functions: 1. To lubricate engine parts. 2. To keep the engine running cooler. This is why clean oil is a must! 2. Remove the old gasoline. It is important to use fresh fuel. 3. Clean or change the air fil- ter. If your lawnmower uses a foam filter use a solvent to clean it, then use a little oil to dampen it. This traps fine sand and dust particals. I your lawnmower uses a paper filter, replace it with a new one. 4. Replace or clean the spark plug. Use a wire brush to clean it, then replace it to its proper place. Make sure you use the proper spark 'plug. The wrong spark plug could over heat the engine. Most four cycle lawn- mower engines use a CJ8 or J8C Champion Spark Plug. 5. A dirty engine can over- heat. It is important to keep the cooling fans clear. Remove any grease, dirt or grease around the engine. Don't be afraid to wash your lawnmower periodi- cally. Make sure you let it cool down first. 6. Lubricate the throttle con- trol cable and wheels. Use a good penetrating oil. This will prevent rust. "We hope these guidelines are helpful" The Staffof Uxbridge Small Engines