• pH Levels
pH produced by the Electrolytic Cell is close to neutral pH. However, other factors
usually cause the pH of the pool water to rise. Therefore the pH in a saltwater pool
tends to stabilze at approximately 7.8. This is within national standards. If the pool
pH rises above 7.8, have a pool professional test to see if other factors such as high
Calcium Hardness or Total Alkalinity are the cause, and then balance accordingly.
• Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
Adding salt to pool water will raise the TDS level. While this does not adversely
affect the pool water chemistry or clarity, the pool professional testing for TDS must
be made aware that salt has been added. The individual performing the TDS test
will then subtract the salinity level to arrive at the correct TDS level.
As a natural result of the electrolytic process which creates chlorine
from salt molecules, a white mineral build-up is attracted to the
titanium plates in the cell. The self-cleaning feature helps to inhibit
such build-up and scaling. However, the attraction of minerals is
inevitable, and eventually it must to be removed. The cell only needs
cleaning to ensure that build-up (or any other foreign matter) does
not cause individual plates to come in contact with each other. With
correct water chemistry, the cell will only need cleaning once or twice
a season (about every 6 months).
When removing the cell for cleaning or replacement:
1) Turn off all power, close return line valves if applicable.
2) Remove the cell plug connecting the cell to the Control Module.
3) Unscrew threaded rings around the PVC piping connecting
the cell to the return line plumbing.
4) Pull entire cell away from the barrel unions.
To clean the cell of any mineral buildup:
1) Orient the removed cell so that the inlet and outlet point
towards the sky. Place on the ground and stabilize so as to
remain upright and prevent spilling.
2) In a separate bucket, mix one part muriatic acid into four parts
water. Pour this weak acid solution directly into cell.
3) Allow solution to soak for NO MORE THAN TEN MINUTES.
4) Properly dispose of acid solution and use a hose to generously
rinse the cell.
5) Reinstall cell into PVC return line.
Note: Cleaning the cell is only necessary to remove an excessive
build-up of minerals on the plates. A light coating of minerals does
not impede performance. Excessive cleaning will reduce lifespan
of the cell.
Winterizing the Cell
The Electrolytic Cell will be damaged by freezing water just as your
pool plumbing would. In areas which experience severe or extended
periods of freezing temperatures, be sure to drain all water from the
pump, filter, supply and return lines before any freezing conditions
occur. The Control Module is capable of withstanding any winter
weather and does not need to be removed.
Replacing the Cell
When the titanium blades inside the Electrolytic Cell have reached
the end of their lifespan, replacements are available so that the
whole system does not have to be removed. Replacements are easily
switched out. To ensure quality and value, only genuine CircuPool
replacement parts may be used.
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