With this unit all i have to do after refilling the tub is put the recommended amount of pool salt?
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The salt will act as the sanitizer with the generator, however you'll still need to balance pH, alkalinity, and hardness levels.
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And balance the PH, Yes. You set the number of hours/day you want it to run which you adjust for the tub size and amount of use. You still need to measure the chlorine levels regularly and may have to adjust it. You unplug it when you use the tub and plug it back in afterwards. Since it runs right after plugging it in, this creates more chorline when you need it. A nice side benefit is that the water feels nice. You must use regular NaCl salt for it to function, but you can suppliment this with Dead Sea Salts that feel silky smooth.
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You will still need to balance your other water chemicals, lIke pH and alkalinity for example. The Mini will suplement the need for you to manually add chlorine, outside of the occasional shock treatment.
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Yes for the chlorinator to work all you have to do is add salt, however you still need to balance the Ph and Alkalinity
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With mine a salt water pump came with it and it is salt water. Wonderful for not doing much to it, I sold on salt water pools now.
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If too much salt has been add,the only way to lower it is to partially drain the pool and fill with fresh water.
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I like to mix a pound in a one gallon jug of water for convenience. Before I add it to my hot tub I give the jug a shake. Our water is very soft. I use Calcium Hypochlorite (to shock and treat) until the hardness comes into the proper range, then I switch to Sodium Hypochlorite (Bleach). I have an acrylic hot tub so calcium is not a serious issue.
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Room temp is fine. My only suggestion would be to change the container, its made of heavy paper product and if it gets wet that could affect the salt.
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I haven't had one issue with my pool all summer. Have you tried running the boost cycle to address the green? I haven't added any chemicals other than the salt all season & my water is crystal clear! I run the boost about once a week (after heavy rain or heavy usage) My pool is small 14' so I am sure that is a factor if you have a larger pool. I have read about people getting the too much salt issue. Usually emptying a little usually does the trick. But if it continues I would contact the company. It may be an issue with the system (which I have heard too) They do honor their warantee, but are very slow. Good Luck I haven't had one issue with my pool all summer. Have you tried running the boost cycle to address the green? I haven't added any chemicals other than the salt all season & my water is crystal clear! I run the boost about once a week (after heavy rain or heavy usage) My pool is small 14' so I am sure that is a factor if you have a larger pool. I have read about people getting the too much salt issue. Usually emptying a little usually does the trick. But if it continues I would contact the company. It may be an issue with the system (which I have heard too) They do honor their warantee, but... » Read More I haven't had one issue with my pool all summer. Have you tried running the boost cycle to address the green? I haven't added any chemicals other than the salt all season & my water is crystal clear! I run the boost about once a week (after heavy rain or heavy usage) My pool is small 14' so I am sure that is a factor if you have a larger pool. I have read about people getting the too much salt issue. Usually emptying a little usually does the trick. But if it continues I would contact the company. It may be an issue with the system (which I have heard too) They do honor their warantee, but are very slow. Good Luck « Show Less
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The formula to calculate the amount of salt to use is total gallons of water in pool times .025.For instance, if your pool holds 2700 gallons of water then 2700 * .025=67.5 lbs. of salt.
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Ours came with it! We had to buy 2 50lb bags of sand for the filter, very cheap. We also had to buy 5 40lb bags of pool salt, to start up. The sand and pool salt together cost less than $50.00 at Home Depot. The water is crystal clear, no chlorine odor, it's absolutely wonderful!! We've only had ours for a few weeks, but I highly recommend it. Very simple assembly and very cheap startup with the salt system.
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Just salt. The filter and hoses are included. I love this system. Add 2 bags of salt and then add gradually. I put in 3 bags for the same size pool and the salt was high. The only way to fix that is to drain 20% of the water and refill. Did that and now it is working beautifully. So easy!!!!!
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Before you do anything pool stores will ask if you have shocked pool yet. So get that done then bring them water sample. They will tell you what you need. When you have followed their instructions then bring back second water sample. Once pool is chemically balanced then they will have you add salt. 24 hours later turn on salt filter!
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i usually use chlorine tabs in a floating dispenser. I don't know anything about salt water pools.
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I kept adding salt to the pool and the PPM wasn't going up. It was staying around 1700 or so. I talked to my pool guy and he suggested I replace the cell. He said they generally only last about 5-6 years. I got 7. When I installed the new cell, my salt PPM was up around 6,000...not a happy level for the equipment.
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My opinion is just 1, just make sure there are tablets in it. You should still shock the pool when needed using chlorine based shock.
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If your asking about the main tank you need to fill it with water softener salt. The tank will hold between 20 to 40 pounds of salt. That becomes the brine that cleans and charges the catalyst to soften the water. It's best to put the salt in first. Then the water will mix when the clean charge cycle runs and moves the brine through the catalyst chamber. I use the Morton system salt I buy at Home Depot.
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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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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.
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pool store Use only sodium chloride (NaCl) salt that is at least 99.8% pure. In models 8110/CS8110, 8220/CS8220, 8230/CS8230, 8111/CS8111, 8221/CS8221, 8231/CS8231, CS15110, CS15220, CS15230, CS20110, CS20220, CS20230 (NOT IN MODELS 6110, 6220), It is also acceptable to use water conditioning salt pellets (the compressed forms of evaporated salt), but it will take longer for these to dissolve. Do not use iodized or yellow (yellow prussiate of soda) colored salt. The purer the salt, the better is the performance of the electrolytic cell. INTEX does not recommend a certain brand of salt, however, salt can be purchased at pool stores, hardware stores, home supply stores, and some super markets.