can I add chemicals to my pool my saltwater system will is broke and my pool water has salt in it
1671438
Yes you can add chemicals. The saltwater system converts the salt to chlorine so you would need some sort of chlorine tablets plus algaecide since your system is broke.
1671439
Yes you can. The only thing the salt system eliminates is putting in Chlorine. You still have to put the other ones in to balance the PH & kill the algae. If you want to use chlorine & not the salt system you can just run the pump in 'run pump' mode where it doesn't check the salt content of the water but circulates the water.
1671440
I wouldn't combine the two. Especially if you get the filter running again. What is wrong with your filter? If you can't get it running, I'd suggest adding more salt and some fresh water.
1671441
You can get a floating chlorine dispenser. I had saltwater too and from time to time I used the floater with chlorine tablets. Is the pump and filter working? The water needs to be circulated through a filter even if the saltwater chlorinated is down.
1671442
You can add liquid chlorine to boost chlorine levels if needed, why do you suspect that your system is broken?
1671443
yes you can. i had an intex salt system. i replaced the salt generator 3 times. 1 time under warranty and 2 on my own dime. this system is junk. i would recommend something besides intex. the swg leaked each time and never worked right to begin with. also the pump does not push the water very good.
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Probably not, simply because of the timer that controls both the saltwater system and the filter at the same time. Before getting this pool we had a separate salt system and used the sand filter, but since this came with the all-in-one system we decided to try it. We haven't had any problems with the cartridge filter and haven't had to change the cartridge all summer. It has been a lot easier than trying to use the two systems.
883097
As soon as you get the salt level in your pool to the specs this will produce chlorine. You will have to monitor it to find the proper amount if time to run unit but it works great. I suggest a chlorine stabilizer you will run the unit less with it. Good luck
2180821
I don't have a salt water pool so I cannot answer your question. My last one ran for 14 years with my chlorine pool.
1910326
This heater is made for all pool types. The salinity levels in salt water pools is very low (3600ppm-3900ppm) and will not harm the stainless steel heat exchanger. Just be sure you follow the directions and install the salt cell AFTER the heater, so super chlorinated water will not flow thru the heater. Above all else, be sure to balance your water. Out of balance water will cause damage to any heater and any pool surface, and make all your equipment work harder and lower it's life span.
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You can use the pump and filter that comes with the salt water system. Or, if you wish, you can add the sand filter to the salt water system; however, that requires some familiarity with simple plumbing to do properly. As for how much sand is necessary for leveling the pool..that is a difficult question to answer since I don't know the grade of your yard. You have to use a transit level across the diameter of the pool to determine the grade first...then, you can estimate the amount of sand needed. If your area is already level, then no sand is necessary. Be aware that leveling the area using sand is not recommended. You can use the pump and filter that comes with the salt water system. Or, if you wish, you can add the sand filter to the salt water system; however, that requires some familiarity with simple plumbing to do properly. As for how much sand is necessary for leveling the pool..that is a difficult question to answer since I don't know the grade of your yard. You have to use a transit level across the diameter of the pool to determine the grade first...then, you can estimate the amount of sand needed. If your area is already level, then no sand is necessary. Be aware that leveling the area... » Read More You can use the pump and filter that comes with the salt water system. Or, if you wish, you can add the sand filter to the salt water system; however, that requires some familiarity with simple plumbing to do properly. As for how much sand is necessary for leveling the pool..that is a difficult question to answer since I don't know the grade of your yard. You have to use a transit level across the diameter of the pool to determine the grade first...then, you can estimate the amount of sand needed. If your area is already level, then no sand is necessary. Be aware that leveling the area using sand is not recommended. « Show Less
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We added the salt water filter system to the sand filter system that came with pool. Just make sure you are able to add a salt water filter to your system. We never had to add salt the entire summer and had no problem with water in pool getting bad. Pool always smelled like fresh rain water. Our neighbors without the salt water system had trouble with their pools all summer and at times were unable to go swimming because water in pool got really bad.
1076932
Yes, it can be used with a salt system. In fact it complements each other. The minerals help by stabilizing the water and having less of a demand on the chlorine generator.
119505
Depends on the volume of water in your pool. Read the instructions and work with a local pool company that sells salt.
664704
First, I would ask how you know you have enough salt? Second, I was having that issue so I just purchased a Taylor testing kit to insure that I did. Also, you need to make sure you keep the unit extremely clean so that it can generate the chlorine for your pool. I am new at this and just learning so I am no exoert.
1377360
I'm a new pool owner and not familiar with salt systems to say whether this will work or not.
1665674
it is baking soda, and if you want you can add it to a salt water pool, but it will raise you pH
711342
Yes! Just add extra 50 lbs of salt.Be sure to remove pump and lines.Or be suee to keep pump running.
1744063
Yes, But it is not needed if you are running the saltwater system. You may need to run it a few more hours. You can also buy the little bags of shock and shock the pool every week or or when ever you have a lot of people in the pool. I myself run my saltwater system at least 12 hours and I keep the pump running 24-7. I add 1 bag of salt at the end of the year. Keeping the pool moving at all time keeps it clear plus cleaning the filter on a regular basis (about every 3-4 days).
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I just use 3 bags of pool salt and set the salt water system usually to 3 or 4 hours depending on the temperature outside and the traffic you have in and out of the pool. I let my system run at night when there is no one in the pool. You should also take your ladder out when not in use for this will be the first thing to rust due to the salt.
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I own this Intext pool, and have an Intex salt water clorinator hooked up following the Intex filter that came with the pool. We put salt in the pool upon opening, and the clorinator creates the clorine as the water goes through it. You can do a search for Saltwater systems and find out everything you need to know. Good luck!
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You fill it with fresh water, then add pool salt. My 18 x 52" takes 5 bags. I use no chemicals all season, just put in "cell saver" and stabilizer on start up. If you have real hard water you may need to clean off the cell with vinegar once a week.