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Frequently
Asked Questions
What
is a Clearwater Salt Chlorinator?
It
is an electronic device that turns salt into chlorine.
It consists of a cell (where the chlorine is produced),
and a power pack (to supply power to the cell).
How
does it work?
Mildly
salted water passes through the electronic cell
and chlorine is produced. The chlorine is released
into the pool to kill bacteria and algae and then
turns back to salt to be used over again.
Why
use a Clearwater Salt Chlorinator?
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To eliminate the hassle of handling and storing
chlorine.
- Peace
of Mind - Set the desired level and chlorine
will continually be produced, killing bacteria
before it becomes a problem.
- Easier
Maintenance - Fewer fluctuations in chlorine
levels mean fewer fluctuations in pH levels.
This adds up to more stable, balanced water.
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Salt Feels Better - The human body contains
salt. The salt water in your pool is more similar
to human tissue, therefore it feels better and
is less irritating to the body than standard
chlorinated water.
Is
there a difference between "Clearwater"
chlorine and "normal" chlorine?
Clearwater
makes chlorine the same way a chlorine factory
does. However; traditional chlorine loses its
potency by the time it reaches your pool. Liquid
chlorine is approximately 12.5% pure, whereas
Clearwater's chlorine is 100% pure.
Is
this new technology?
No.
Clearwater introduced this technology in Australia
over 30 years ago. Clearwater chlorinators are
now sold worldwide. In Australia, approximately
90% of new pools are equipped with salt chlorinators.
Will
it work in my pool?
The
Clearwater LM2-15 is designed for small inground
pools up to 60,000 litres and for indoor pools
of all sizes. For larger pools, the LM2-24 will
sanitize up to 130,000 litres and the LM2-40 up
to 200,000 litres. The output can be varied to
accommodate your pool.
What
is the warranty?
The Clearwater power pack and cell are warranted
for 3 years.
How long will the cell last?
In
seasonal climates, expect to replace the cell
every 5 years or so.
How
do I get started?
It's
easy! After installing your Clearwater Chlorinator,
you simply add the recommended amount of salt
to your pool and choose your desired chlorine
level.
How
much salt will be in the pool?
4000
parts per million which is barely detectable.
In comparison, a teardrop is about 7200 ppm and
ocean water is about 36 000 ppm.
How
much salt will I need?
4
kgs of salt per 1000 litres of water. Therefore,
280 kgs of salt will raise a 70 000 litre pool
from 0 ppm to 4000 ppm. Quite often, less than
this is required as there may already be some
salt in the water.
What
type of salt should I use?
High
purity salt. It is important that the salt does
not contain additives. Any common salt (like table
salt) usually has an additive that may have staining
properties. Consult your pool professional. They
will make sure you use a suitable salt.
Will
I need to add salt later?
Salt
is lost only through splash-out and backwashing.
It is not lost through the chlorination process
or evaporation. So, you'll only have to add a
small amount (probably a bag or two) each year.
What if my salt levels are too high or too low?
Your Clearwater chlorinator will continue to operate.
However if the salt dips below 2500 ppm, it can
be damaging to the salt cell, possibly reducing
it's life.
How
do I determine the level of salt in my pool?
The
Clearwater chlorinator will tell you when your
salt level is too low. For precise levels you
can use salt test strips, which are available
at your local pool retailer.
Is
there any maintenance involved?
The
Clearwater LM2 chlorinator actually cleans itself!
Every 6 hours, the electric plates reverse their
polarity to ensure there is no calcium build up
on them.
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