?     Asked on 2/1/2012by Guest

I have a pool that is about 10,000 gallons but I am thinking of buying a salt chlorine system for pools up to 20,000 gallons. Would the larger unit be a problem?
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A  Answered on 2/1/2012 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

It is not a problem to oversize a salt system.  It would take the larger unit less time to produce the necessary chlorine so it is actually more efficient.  When the pool volume is very close to the capacity of the salt chlorine generator (for example, the pool is 18,000 gallons and the generator is rated at a maximum of 20,000 gallons), we would recommend going up to the next size generator.
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?     Asked on 2/29/2012by Guest

Is the salt included with the salt chlorine generator?
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A  Answered on 2/29/2012 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

No, salt is not included.  You would purchase the salt locally and the quantity will depend upon the number of gallons of water in your pool.  Use a salt that is at least 99.8% pure NaCl. The preferred salt is evaporated, granulated, food quality, and NON-iodized.  Avoid using salt with anti-caking agents like sodium ferrocyanide, also known as yellow YPS (prussiate of soda). These cause some discoloration of fittings and pool surface finishes. DO NOT use calcium chloride.
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?     Asked on 5/28/2013by Guest

Hi There I have a few questions I would like to see if you can answer on this system. 1. Will I need the Hayward Electrical Installation Kit ITEM # E-KIT or is it included? 2. What is the difference between the Hayward pH Dispense, 120V, Acid Feed ITEM # AQL-CHEM3-120 & the pH Dispense, 120V, Solenoid Valve for CO2 ITEM # AQL-CHEM? 3. Is there anything else I need to order to install this kit? 4. How large is the Aqua Rite Pro unit? How large is the Sense & Dispense unit?
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A  Answered on 5/28/2013 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

Hi There,Yes the E-Kit is included. The AQL-CHEM3-12 is an acid tank and pump and would dispense muriatic acid to the pool to lower the pH in the pool. The AQL-CHEM hooks up to a CO2 Canister you would purchase locally and would use CO2 to lower the pH in the pool. So one system uses acid to lower the pH and the other would use CO2 The AQRPRO15KSD would be everything you need if you want to maintain the pH through CO2, if you would like to maintain your pH through acid then you would purchase the following items individually: AQRPRO - Aquarite Pro Power Supply, TCELL3 - Salt Cell, AQLCHEM, AQLCHEM3-120
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?     Asked on 10/8/2013by Guest

Will the water taste salty?
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A  Answered on 10/8/2013 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

Generally you should not be able to taste any salt in the pool because the level of salt in the water is so low, however some people with sensitive palates might detect a small amount of salt.
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?     Asked on 10/8/2013by Guest

Will the Aqua Rite work on a portable spa?
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A  Answered on 10/8/2013 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

The Aqua Rite chlorinator is specifically designed for use with in-ground pools, and will not work with portable spas or hot tubs due to its high output.
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?     Asked on 10/8/2013by Guest

What is “SUPER CHLORINATE”?
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A  Answered on 10/8/2013 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

The unit will run in 2 separate polarities and continually switch sides as long as the pump continues to run. The desired output percentage dial will tell the chlorinator how long to generate in each polarity, SUPER CHLORINATE simply tells the unit to ignore the dial setting for 24 hours and generate chlorine at 100% of its capability.
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?     Asked on 10/8/2013by Guest

Why do I have to add murriatic acid to the pool?
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A  Answered on 10/8/2013 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

Murriatic acid helps to control the pH in the pool. If the pH rises too high, adding in murriatic acid will lower pH level to a more tolerable level. Alkalinity helps to keep pH from fluctuating wildly but you will still experience fluctuations regardless.
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?     Asked on 10/8/2013by Guest

Can I use rock salt?
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A  Answered on 10/8/2013 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

Rock salt is not an option. Rock salt has entirely too many impurities and could cause some issues with the pool water, or pool surfaces.
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?     Asked on 10/8/2013by Guest

Is the flow switch direction important?
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A  Answered on 10/8/2013 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

Yes. The flow switch must be mounted so the arrows on the switch it’s self go in the direction of flow. Also, the flow switch requires 12 inches of straight pipe before the water enters the part to ensure there is no turbulence inside the switch compartment causing the switch to display “no flow” in error. Also, the switch needs to see at least 11GPM of flow to properly close the switch.
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?     Asked on 9/5/2015by Atron

how to troubleshoot salt sensor reading check salt level, low salt, clorinator off
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A  Answered on 9/9/2015 by InyoPools Product Specialist Lennox H.

Hi Atron, You would have to call Hayward tech support at 908.355.7995 to troubleshoot this unit.
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