If I purchase this and the Pentair IC40 IntelliChlor Salt Chlorinator Sanitizer is there anything else I need? I see comments on wiring the electricity. Can I assume that it is as simple as putting in a plug-in?
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This and the IC40 is everything you need. Make sure your pool is very large if you are getting the IC-40. You might consider the IC-20 or the IC-15 for smaller pools. Even on the lowest setting the IC-40 over chlorinated my pool. I traded it for a IC-15 after about 30 days. The box should be wired to your timer so it activates with the pump circuit. If directly wired it will stay on constantly. Not an issue because the flow switch keeps the unit not producing Chlorine but the lights etc. are on constant unless the power is removed. Keep your acid level correct and you will get years of great service out of this unit. Other items needed for full install. Waterproof 1/2" 3 wire whip for wiring from the timer to this separate box. #10 Solid Copper Ground wire for bonding of the housing.
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For my installation I also ordered the Polaris Iq900-Rs Aqualink Upgrade Kit too so I could have full variable speed programming control. I replaced a 10 year old Aqualink and Jandy Stealth 2.0HP pump so I could cut my electricity bill. In my case, dropping the pump speed from the fixed 3750rpm to the variable speed 1750rpm (~one half) dropped the pump power from 2.1kW to 200W. I ended up bumping up the speed setting to get the chlorine generator to work efficiently. Changing the Aqualink controller gave me a lot of flexibility in the power vs flow programming that I wouldn't have had -- I recommend that you change out the controller too. The controller switch took about 2-3 hours. The pump swap took considerably longer because the old Jandy Stealth Pump connections were not the same as the new ones. I had to order a new valve and connectors. All that being said, a friend of mine (different controller and different pump) used some kind of relay system that gave him primitive 3-speed control. IMHO, spending the extra ~$600 to get variable speed and wifi control was worth it. In my case running the pool filter system was 1/3rd of my electricity bill -- changing to flexible variable speed programming saves a ton of money each month that offsets the cost of the controller upgrade.
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Yeah, thanks everyone. Really confusing reading online some people say nothing but salt, others say bleach, borax, stabilizer, shock. It's hard to know how to start it. Picking up my pool today and I have my three bags of salt and saltwater generator ready and waiting!
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Would recommend power center, Ic40(is that is your size) and sand filter. Then add salt.
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No to both questions as this will fit in your box and comes with the new transformer as my old one took a lightning strike and my electrician simply replaced in the old box without problems, You may want to call the Pentair center on whichever coast you are on to ask for a service referral in your area who knows their products and who they would recommend. I believe it comes with one 24v transformer. If you don't already have it, you may want to investigate the ScreenLogic 2 system that works with this upgrade allowing you to control things (such as spa, lights, jets heat and temperature) from your iPhone or iPad or all. It does cost separate and is more. No to both questions as this will fit in your box and comes with the new transformer as my old one took a lightning strike and my electrician simply replaced in the old box without problems, You may want to call the Pentair center on whichever coast you are on to ask for a service referral in your area who knows their products and who they would recommend. I believe it comes with one 24v transformer. If you don't already have it, you may want to investigate the ScreenLogic 2 system that works with this upgrade allowing you to control things (such as spa, lights, jets heat and temperature)... » Read More No to both questions as this will fit in your box and comes with the new transformer as my old one took a lightning strike and my electrician simply replaced in the old box without problems, You may want to call the Pentair center on whichever coast you are on to ask for a service referral in your area who knows their products and who they would recommend. I believe it comes with one 24v transformer. If you don't already have it, you may want to investigate the ScreenLogic 2 system that works with this upgrade allowing you to control things (such as spa, lights, jets heat and temperature) from your iPhone or iPad or all. It does cost separate and is more. « Show Less
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I made assumption. I believe the cell was incompatible with with electronics. Rather than dump more money into purchasing a new system I converted back to using chlorine. I found that to be less expensive, you will be lucky to get seven years out of the salt system, then you will have to buy another with the cost of about $1000.
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No! It is simply an on/off switch to the chlorine generator. If you twist the two wires together, the turbo cell stays on until "low salt" reading turns it off. If your turbo unit is being replaced yearly, I suspect scale buildup. Clean with HCL acid from Lowes in a plastic bucket per mfg instructions. Also recommend Salt Solutions in Tampa, Fl. For software upgrades and repair of your control board. Overnight FedEx last changeout for me $125. Sure beats $675 for a new board!
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I have a 2150 GPH pump and it works great!...also..the user manual that comes with the saltwater system tells you how much salt to add based on the size of your pool. It shows specific amounts for Intex brand pools, as well as, if you are trying to use it on an non Intex pool. I highly recommend this system, as it keeps the water sparkly clean. I have a small pool and only had to add about 150 lbs of salt..and the salt is about $5 for 40 lbs at my local store. The salt system has a timer that will "chlorinate" your water for a up to 12 hours a day. you can set the time to run for 1 hour..all the way up to 12 hours. My small pool...i have the main filter pump running for 6 hours, and the salt system running for 2...and I have had zero problems with water quality..all I have done is add salt at start up. Word of warning: err to the low side when adding salt...as you can always add a lil more to get the concentration right...if you add to much salt, you may have to partial drain the pool and re-add fresh water to dilute the concentration if its too high. better to have low salt than too much salt. the salt will not evaporate..but the water will in the hot summer months...thus increasing the concentraion slightly. adding a little water from the hose will get the concentration back correct, due to the evaporated water from the sun...but only if you start out with the correct amount and don't totally over salt it. mine called for 160lbs...i added 140, for example...then added a few cups of salt to bring it up a little. the saltwater system has alarms to warn you of : low water flow, high salt, and low salt. You will like it! thumbs up from me :)
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no my flow switch stopped working which in turn shuts the cell off so you do not produce clorine. i called pentair and they told me i had to buy a new chlorinator $$$wrong, bought a flow switch cut the old one off, installed the new one, everything functions just fine now and it was only $25.00
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As my post indicated I was disappointed with them not telling them about a part which was required for installation. I did call the Pentair help desk and they were very nice and tried to find the part for me locally. But they couldn't find it. But, he was very nice and he did try, so I would say their support was very good. Since installation my filter has been very good. I would recommend it. Just remember, you need their special bulk head fittings or their special valve to install the filter. Good luck.
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Your answer is no. It is what you see in the picture plus some adapters for fitment for your aquatic needs. This Cobalt Aquatics powerhead and the 4X others I have purchased 2x years ago now, are still in flawless operating condition. The powerheads just need a once a month cleaning at best. If you want the "Wavemaker" you will need to get the Marinland unit, that will only last 6x months in "Wavemaker" setup before it gets noisy. Since you are looking for a "Wavemaker" powerhead, the Cobalt Aquatics powerheads will do fine since you will need a "wavemaker" electronic controller as well. Good Luck. **180 gallon Oceanic, 90 gallon Oceanic, 2x 55 gallon Oceanic's, 2x 30 gallon Allglass tanks**, John A the Cichlid King 60107 Your answer is no. It is what you see in the picture plus some adapters for fitment for your aquatic needs. This Cobalt Aquatics powerhead and the 4X others I have purchased 2x years ago now, are still in flawless operating condition. The powerheads just need a once a month cleaning at best. If you want the "Wavemaker" you will need to get the Marinland unit, that will only last 6x months in "Wavemaker" setup before it gets noisy. Since you are looking for a "Wavemaker" powerhead, the Cobalt Aquatics powerheads will do fine since you will need a... » Read More Your answer is no. It is what you see in the picture plus some adapters for fitment for your aquatic needs. This Cobalt Aquatics powerhead and the 4X others I have purchased 2x years ago now, are still in flawless operating condition. The powerheads just need a once a month cleaning at best. If you want the "Wavemaker" you will need to get the Marinland unit, that will only last 6x months in "Wavemaker" setup before it gets noisy. Since you are looking for a "Wavemaker" powerhead, the Cobalt Aquatics powerheads will do fine since you will need a "wavemaker" electronic controller as well. Good Luck. **180 gallon Oceanic, 90 gallon Oceanic, 2x 55 gallon Oceanic's, 2x 30 gallon Allglass tanks**, John A the Cichlid King 60107 « Show Less
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I'm sorry but I haven't a clue "today" since it's been awhile. The one I replaced was original equipment installed some 20 years ago. Don't understand why PENTAIR doesn't know the answer to the questions they're asking. If anybody should know shouldn't they? Sorry for not being able to help.
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I bought the whole package when I bought mine. But after a while I put the santizer piece in the cabinet and just use the travel charger. I never had a sanitizer for my regular toothbrush. I think it is a way for them to make more money off of the consumer, my opinion. I purchased one for my son for Christmas and just got the tooth brush with the portable charger (comes with it) for $89 minus twenty percent coupon and they are offering a rebate right now. Bed Bath and Beyond have all you need. About the Diamondclean, you can purchase the diamondclean heads and they fit on the flexcare plus. The diamondhead is just a stiffer bristle brush and I like it a lot. I will continue to buy the diamond clean replacement brushes as I like a stiffer bristle brush! Hope this has helped! SLA
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Get a Copper Ionization System and you will not get algae unless you let the copper get low. No chlorine! I have had mine for 20 years and we really like ours. Extremely easy to take care of.
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I use the same salt that I use in my home Morton's System Saver, it seems to be the cleanest. On a different note the softener is an excellent unit. Merry Christmas!
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Excuse my ignorance here, I always had to rely on my pool maintenance guy to take care of my pool. I have an odd-shaped pool with a beach type entrance and the pentair cleaner is always stuck in a corner. I am thinking of replacing with this highly rated Polaris 280. My question is regarding the booster pump, is it required. Right now, my cleaner is connected to the filter pump. I have booster pumps for the jacuzzi and water falls. Any input will be greatly appreciated.
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Probably not. The flow switch has nothing to do with the PPM of salt. Take a salt test for the PPM of salt, then add salt to the pool until PPM is around 3400 PPM. this is optimal salt concentration for Intellichlor. The flow switch only indicates flow and allows the reactor plates in the unit to operate so it can make chlorine.