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How it works
Think of the UNIVERSAL-Series as a chlorine generator; set it to create a steady supply of chlorine for the pool, instead
of buying and adding chlorine by hand.
How it works: Using electrolysis, it creates chlorine from the salt molecules (NaCL) in your water in order to sanitize
your pool. A small electric charge is applied across a set of titanium plates inside the Electrolytic Cell. This produces
Sodium Hypochlorite (NaOCl). In water, Sodium Hypochlorite dissociates into sodium (NA+) and hypochlorite (OCl-)
ions. It is the hypochlorite ions that form with the hydrogen (H+) ions (from the water) to form hypochlorous acid
(HOCl), which is the active agent that destroys bacteria and algae, and oxidizes organic matter. This form of chlorine
works quickly in the pipe, leaving only a mild residual in the pool. In addition, the Electrolytic Cell continuously
“shocks” the incoming water- burning off any oils, organic matter, or other particles that need to be oxidized. Best of
all, the process continuously recycles the salt: after cleaning the pool, the original molecules reform and the whole
process begins again. The salt doesn't get used up!
Initial Start Up
Before starting the system for the first time, verify that the pool water is chemically balanced (see page 8) and
that all installation items are completed (see page 19)
Apply power to the pool pump switch (or timer controls). This should activate the UNIVERSAL-Series system, and
within moments the green LED lights for "Power" and "Generating" should be illuminated. During this time, you may
also see the "No-Flow" light flash for up to 60 seconds as your pump begins its operation. During this time, the
system will also check that the Cell is connected, and may display a message on screen if it is not.
Once powered on, you’ll want to set its power level (Chlorine Output). To find the optimum Chlorine Output setting,
start at a setting of 75% and adjust as needed over the initial start up period. Measure your available chlorine in the
pool after two to three days, and adjust the Chlorine Output level accordingly. If the available chlorine is too high,
lower the Output level; if the available chlorine is too low, raise the Output level. It will take a few adjustments to
find the ideal setting for your pool. Once set for the pool’s current needs, it should only take minor adjustments of
the system’s power level and/or pump run times throughout the season.
General Operation
By familiarizing yourself with the operation of the UNIVERSAL-Series, you can achieve the maximum performance for
your pool. There are three main factors that you can control which directly impact the resulting free chlorine level in
the pool:
1) The chosen percentage of Chlorine Output on the Control Module
2) Hours of pump run-time each day
3) Water chemistry balance
- Including the amount of salt in the pool and chemicals that affect chlorine demand, such as chlorine
stabilizer, phosphates, nitrates, and more. See "Ideal Chemistry Levels" on page 8 for more important
information.
After making the initial adjustments to your chosen Chlorine Output level, additional adjustments are typically only
necessary due to changing seasonal temperatures, or changes in pool use and bather load. Like any pool, ensure that your
pump runs long enough for all the pool water to pass through the filter 1.5x to 2x a day (usually at least 8 hours). This is
amount of time is typically more than sufficient for chlorination of the pool, but if the pool has high chlorine demand,
running the pool pump longer allows for more chlorination. Measure your water chemistry and chlorine level on a regular
basis.
As you use the system throughout the season, make sure that you clean the Cell as frequently as needed (see page
12). Once the system detects that the Cell needs to be cleaned, it will display a “Cell Maint.” warning light, and then
will not be able to create more chlorine until all mineral scaling has been removed from the Cell.
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