Salt (Nacl Sodium Chloride) - Polaris AutoClear SC PAGSC20K Manual De Operación Y Instalacion

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4.6 Salt (NaCl Sodium Chloride)

When to Add Salt
Add salt to the pool if the salt is too low (see Table
1) or if salt indicator light turns on. For a new pool or
newly resurfaced pool it is recommended to wait at
least 30 days (surface should be completely cured)
before adding salt. Do not run the chlorinator at this
time. Manually chlorinate the pool. Contact your
dealer for recommendations. Follow the pool surface
manufacturer's guidelines for your particular pool. For
vinyl and fiberglass pools, salt can be added at start up.
What Type of Salt to Use
• The purer the salt, the better the life and performance
of the electrolytic cell. Use a salt that is at least 99.8%
pure NaCl. The salt is an evaporated, granulated,
food quality, non-iodized salt. Consult your salt
supplier.
• Avoid using salt with anti-caking agents (sodium
ferrocyanide, also known as YPS or yellow prussiate
of soda) that could cause some discoloration of
fittings and surface finishes in pool.
• Water conditioning salt pellets are compressed forms
of evaporated salt and may be used but will take
longer to dissolve.
• Do not use calcium chloride as a source of salt. Use
sodium chloride only.
• Do not use rock salt because insoluble impurities
mixed with the rock salt can shorten the life of the unit.
How Much Salt to Use
Use salinity test strips, a TDS/salinity meter, or another
reliable method to test the salinity of the pool water.
Once the existing salinity has been established, use
Table 1 to determine the amount of salt to add to reach
the desired level. Be conservative when adding salt as it
is easier to add more if needed than it is to dilute if there
is too much salt.
• 3250 ppm of salt is recommended for optimum water
conditions.
NOTE: In cooler water conditions (less than 65°F), it may be
necessary to add more than 4000 ppm of salt to keep the
"Check Salt" alarm from appearing on the power pack.
• Minimum salt level is 3,000 parts per million (ppm).
• Low salt concentration below 2,500 ppm will cause
premature cell failure.
• High salt concentration above 6,000 ppm may cause
corrosion damage to pool fixtures.
Polaris AutoClear SC Salt Chlorinator
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CAUTION
It is important to note that certain materials used
in and around swimming pools and spas may not
be compatible with chemicals commonly used to
purify pool and spa water (e.g. acids, chlorine, salt,
stabilizers, etc.).
Zodiac Pool Systems LLC does not warrant or
guarantee that the chlorinated water generated by
the chlorine generating device will not damage or
destroy certain types of plants, decking, coping and
other materials in and around your pool and/or spa.
Before selecting materials to be used in and around
your pool and/or spa, please discuss all options with
your contractor to assess the compatibility of such
materials and chemicals.
Some helpful considerations may include:
• Choosing plants that can withstand splash out of
pool water containing chlorine and/or salt and other
water purification chemicals.
• All metal components used in and around a pool
should be of a high grade, quality stainless steel.
• Careful selection of masonry products. The porosity
and hardness of natural stones varies greatly.
Therefore we recommend you consult with your
builder or stone contractor on the best choice for
stone materials around your pool or spa.
• Sealing all masonry products. Professionals
in the stone industry specify that even natural
stone, especially when used outdoors, be sealed
to prevent weathering, staining, and premature
degradation. Consult with your stone or deck
contractor for the proper sealer for the masonry
products you have selected to use around your pool
or spa.
• For optimal results, sealers should be reapplied on
a regular basis. Reapply the protective sealer on a
schedule per the manufacturer's instructions.
• Use of chemicals other than those recommended
may be hazardous. Follow the chemical
manufacturer's instructions.
How to Add Salt to the Pool
1. Turn on pump to circulate pool water.
2. IMPORTANT - Turn the power pack off by pressing
the ON/Off button (OFF will be displayed on the
screen).
3. Test the water for salinity level using test strips,
electronic meter, or by your local pool professional.
4. Use the Table 1 to determine the amount of salt
to add. Be conservative when adding salt as it is
easier to add more if needed than it is to dilute if
there is too much salt.
5. Broadcast salt into pool. Do not add through
skimmer, main drain, or surge tank. Brush the
salt around the pool to facilitate dissolving.
Circulate filter system for 24 hours to ensure even
distribution.
6. After 24 hours, verify correct salt reading by
testing the water salinity level using test strips,
electronic meter, or by your local pool professional.
7. When the salinity level is correct, turn the power
pack on. Press the OUTPUT button to set the
desired production rate.
NOTE: For a new pool or newly resurfaced pool it is
recommended to wait at least 30 days (surface should
be completely cured) before adding salt. Follow the pool
surface manufacturers guidelines for your particular pool.
For vinyl and fiberglass pools, salt can be added at start
up.
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