What if I decide to implement this system midway through the swim season? My pool already has chlorine in it. Any advice for the switch?
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Sun breaks down chlorine quickly. I'd buy it, install it (including adding the salt), and leave the power off until the next time your pool needs chlorine. Then turn it on.
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Just dont put chlorine in the water for a week. Then put in the salt system. Go to you local pool company to find out how much salt you need then a week after putting salt system in place take a water sample to the pool place to test it to ensure you dont need more salt.
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We did not change the water in our pool when we switched but we hadn't put any new chlorine in it for several months. We switched at the beginning of the swim season. The system is designed to create chlorine out of salt so, I would think you would be fine. I am certainly no expert, though. Check with your local pool and spa stores.
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The chlorine you add burns off anyways so there is no issue of using the generator. I startedmid season a couple years ago and love the thing. mmy only other suggestion is to make sure you get the salt level right at 3000 parts per million don't go higher than that or it will taste salty. make sure you know how many gallons are in the pool and then go to a pool supply place and have them do the calculations for how much salt you'll need
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That is exactly what I did, and it works just fine. I spoke with an employee at the pool store and he said there should be some chlorine in the pool. The system will maintain levels. So far I have been quite happy with system. Make sure you buy a water conditioner, so calcium doesn't build up so fast on the salt cell.
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Works great in chlorine pool, not sure about salt water, when actually working.
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Yes, I have this set-up and it works GREAT. My pool is only 16' round, 48'' high (approx. 5000 gal) though so I set the filter pump to run approx. 4 hrs. every night together with the saltwater chlorinator and I only had to shock the pool once or twice last summer, and that only because I did not run the filter for a few days. What a change from years past when it took so much work just to keep the water balanced.Setting your pump up with a saltwater chlorinator will give you a virtually MAINTENANCE-FREE pool all summer long. No more constantly adding chlorine or trying to keep your water balanced. You do it once, and then pretty much maintenance free all summer giving you time to really enjoy your pool. Yes, I have this set-up and it works GREAT. My pool is only 16' round, 48'' high (approx. 5000 gal) though so I set the filter pump to run approx. 4 hrs. every night together with the saltwater chlorinator and I only had to shock the pool once or twice last summer, and that only because I did not run the filter for a few days. What a change from years past when it took so much work just to keep the water balanced.Setting your pump up with a saltwater chlorinator will give you a virtually MAINTENANCE-FREE pool all summer long. No more constantly adding chlorine or trying to keep... » Read More Yes, I have this set-up and it works GREAT. My pool is only 16' round, 48'' high (approx. 5000 gal) though so I set the filter pump to run approx. 4 hrs. every night together with the saltwater chlorinator and I only had to shock the pool once or twice last summer, and that only because I did not run the filter for a few days. What a change from years past when it took so much work just to keep the water balanced.Setting your pump up with a saltwater chlorinator will give you a virtually MAINTENANCE-FREE pool all summer long. No more constantly adding chlorine or trying to keep your water balanced. You do it once, and then pretty much maintenance free all summer giving you time to really enjoy your pool. « Show Less
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Combi of things but keep you chlorine and ph levels up and algeo wont grow. Also some algecide at the beginning of the year doesnt hurt. If you already have algea then shocking the pool a few time in a row will get rid of it
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The system has a boost mode that acts as a shock by generating copper with the chlorine. The copper will kill any algae or pathogens. It will run 6 times longer than usual. My pool looked like the black lagoon when I tried it then was krystal clear 24 hours later
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No Shauna, The clorine will mess up and counter the good you do with the salt. You really need to empty and start fresh with your bags of salt. Your pool will stay cleaner longer and is so much more economical and easier on the skin than chlorine. Just protect the digital display on your salt pump with a basket or something as the sun will destroy the read-out and you won't be able to program it. This was my mistake. Patti
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I had my first one for three summers. My daughter dropped it while putting pool away last year. Loved it so much bought another. It will work wonderful for your pool. I called intex and they told me how much salt the first year. Last year just asked my pool supply store. (I have a 52inch deep 10x20foot.) I believe i used 60lbs.. But I'll just ask my pool store again. I bought water softener salt. Worked just fine. . No need for chlorine tablets this generates all the chlorine you need.
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I think I would wait to buy it. I cannot remember how long the warranty is, but the shipping time is very short. I love this system. I could not keep a chlorine treated pool clean enough. With this, I am hoping to run it a couple of days a week in the winter. I always took my pool down before. Except for some leaves in the bottom of the pool right now, the water is still very clear.
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It will work great if the water is properly chlorinated...you don't need to change the water....
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I have a 38,000 gallon pool and previously did not have a automatic inline chlorinator. It was Soooo... much work! My new Hayward CL200 works wonders! I just fill it with 3" tablets, set the flow dial and let it perform it's magic!
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Do not add chlorine as there is no filter system, I added about four ounces of bleach after my grand daughter finished swimming and every couple of days there after. I left the pool up all season changed water every 3 weeks or as needed, Just keep an eye on the water if you see algae starting try increasing bleach, also I placed a piece of cardboard next to pool to help keep dirt and grass out. Enjoy I've had mine for 2 summers going on to 3.
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First of all, I'm jealous. LOL Second of all, you probably could do that without a problem because I was thinking the same thing at one point. My pool is a little bit larger than their recommended size but one has worked well for me. You could put one in each end of the pool, near different returns, and then set them for lower times because I believe that would be equal to one unit on a higher setting in a smaller pool. It defaults to 20 hours and that actually works fine for me so for your pool you might want to set both at 10 hours. You can experiment with it and test the pool for chlorine afterward. But definitely get one (or two) you will not be disappointed!
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I hope so . I'm converting my pool to salt water this year.................i'm thinking if you rinsed it with clear water it will be fine. let me know how u make out.. norm2428@comcast.net
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We bought this pool this year and am going to try and see what happens leaving it up this winter. All the recommendations from Intex say you shouldn't but we had an issue with ours and after their very unfriendly and unsupportive staff ticked me off I don't care if it voids the warranty or not. There are instructions on how to "winterize" it on Youtube and we ordered the supplies to do it right here on amazon. Cost us about 70 bucks. When you order the kit make sure you get the right one for your pool. Ours came with the saltwater system so we went with the non-chlorine kit. Oh yea we are in Northwest Ohio so not sure how our winters compare but last year ..... Good Luck and can't wait to see how it holds up for you and us.
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I monitor chlorine levels with dip sticks.As long as pool is clear and chlorine level adequet it is safe to swim.I shock only when cloudy appearance or chlorine level low.
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It depends on your climate, and water chemistry. I live in a fairly warm area (95-100 most of the summer), and I keep the pool up from May through September. I generally add about a cup of ph increaser each week, about 2oz algaecide each week, and about a gallon of chlorine each month (as needed), in addition to a floating chlorine tablet dispenser to which I add about two 3" tablets every ten days or so. I vacuum the bottom of the pool about every two weeks, and I clean/change the filter at the same time. You might not have to vacuum as often, it depends on how much stuff gets tracked in on little feet. ;) Finally, I run the filter for four hours a day. However, I upgraded to a higher volume pump with larger hoses. If you use the pump and filter setup that comes with the pool, I'd recommend running it six hours every day. I've been using Intex EZ set pools for eight years (I use each one for two years, then give it to a friend who gets at least another year out of it). This oval frame pool is definitely the best one yet, and when it wears out, I'll likely get another one just like it. I spend about 20 minutes a week on maintenance, and the rest is pure enjoyment! I hope this is helpful. :)
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I run my pump twenty four seven. I upgraded to a sand filter, but the cartridge filter system will work fine as long as you change it often. The more you run it the better it will clear the water. Hope this helps. Make sure and maintain chlorine levels, algaecide, and pH levels. I use basics and have good luck. I live in the country, so have issues with a lot of outside elements. Love my pool, hope this helps you out.