DPS SHOW 2009 - CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

CPO Training: Nelson Silveira - Certified Pool Operator Instructor by NSPF (National Swimming Pool Foundation)

Why should you get your CPO Certification? A CPO Certification is more than a basic Chemistry certification it covers everything a pool technician would need to know to become truly qualified and the information you would need on a daily basis. Your CPO Certification is the most recognized and highly regarded certificate in the pool industry. In this certification course we will cover everything from pool and spa management to renovation and design. Learn the basics like essential calculations, pool and water contamination, water balance, water circulation, water filtration and heating, troubleshooting, record keeping and much more.

"Navigating the Navigator and Ultra" with John Ott

This seminar covers the installation, operation and troubleshooting of our Navigator & Ultra suction cleaners. Emphasis is put on trouble shooting and tear down, giving the repair technicians the ability to provide the best possible service. Handouts and owner guides provided.

Aqua Logic:  "Pro Logic with Sense and Dispense" with David Pruchniewski

This class will offer pool & spa professionals the opportunity to learn how the Pro Logic® system totally automates the pool & spa experience.  Covers: Product Overview / Accessories / Installation / Operation / Programming / pH & ORP sense and dispense / Maintenance / Troubleshooting / Setting Customer Expectations

Saline Pools with David Pruchniewski

This class will offer pool & spa professionals the opportunity to learn how a salt water system generates chlorine from a small amount of ordinary table salt dissolved in the pool or spa. Covers: Electrolytic Conversion / Installation /Operation / Maintenance / Troubleshooting / Setting Customer Expectations

Don’t Do It:

Ray Arouesty is an attorney at law, a licensed pool repair contractor and the insurance broker for the Independent Pool and Spa Service Association (IPSSA). He has handled over 1500 pool-related insurance claims since 1982.

This course will focus on common claims and the legal basis for lawsuits brought against service technicians. Attendees will learn to identify the high risk jobs that are most likely to result in problems and discover ways to aid in their defense if sued.

What Goes Up Must Come Down:

Understanding how an in-floor system works and how to troubleshoot all in-floor systems especially the Caretaker System. Focusing on both the Ultraflex I and Ultraflex II Valve (the electronic valve for the Caretaker System), and why in-floor works and how it can make your job easier.

Heater School:

Jandy will conduct an abbreviated heater class of our Level 1 and Level 2 classes. From the basics of heater sizing thru troubleshooting heaters. We will go over codes, installation requirements, temp rises, gas pressure requirements and what NOT to do.

Spa Facts with Willie Wise, Spa Parts Plus

Basic spa control theory of operation presentation:
- Discussion of Spa Equipment and trouble shooting considerations.
- Walking through the basics of the two major types of spa control configurations on the market.
- Solid State control differences and similarities
- Tricks of the trade for dealing with solid state control issues...

A discussion and power point presentation that focuses on the basic foundation knowledge required to understand spa control systems and
methods of trouble shooting. The first hour will focus on the basic system configurations likely to be seen in the field using electromechanical circuit examples. The second hour will apply these principles to solid state controls that are more common in todays spas with special attention given to specific issues not commonly addressed when looking at Printed Circuit boards. The information is generic in nature and should be applicable to most manufacturers spa controls.

Sue the SOBs:

Getting paid is the ultimate goal of every contractor. This course is designed to show you how to collect construction monies and includes cutting-edge issues to help you achieve this goal.

See Spot Run:

Jack’s Magic Certified Stain Specialist (CSS) program is designed for the builder, plasterer, service, start up and retail professional who seeks the opportunity of learning why and how pools discolor and scale. Proper steps for pool start up’s and how proper water balance and the utilization of a quality. This nationally acclaimed program is a must for the beginner to advanced pool professional and will not only provide powerful information, but additional benefits for becoming a CSS professional.
 
Dennis Chapman, a 34 year veteran of the pool and spa industry has presented this program to hundreds of pool professionals nationwide. His presentations have been performed in conjunction with the Pool Industry Expo, Northeast Pool & Spa Show, Mid-America Show, and the National Plasters Council annual conference, and more.

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