Salt water pools have been in existence since the 1970s, but it has just gained popularity recently. This is because it requires a reduced cost for upkeep, they are milder on the hair, skin, and eyes and it is healthier than chlorine.
You have probably been considering salt water pool conversion to benefit from all its advantage. But how difficult would this conversion be? Well, the procedure for conversion is way easier than you think, so if you are considering doing it yourself, then you are in big luck.
The procedure for changing a chlorine pool in existence to a salt water pool is very easy because once you have infused appropriate chlorination, you are prepared to put it in and start the conversion procedure.
Here are a few steps to take to convert your pool to salt water;
- Installing a Chlorinator
Once your water is appropriately balanced, fixing the control board and cell will take a day. Ensure you turn off the power with the circuit breaker before starting the process. Make sure it is off until you are prepared to test the unit, after that, turn it off again while you finish the installation process.
- You will be making use of water and electricity, so it is advisable to handle it with caution. If you are not good with electrical wires, hand tools, cutting and sticking PVC popes, we suggest that you allow a professional to carry out this procedure.
- Ensure that you balance the water in your pool just as prescribed in the installation manual. It is important to note that you do not need to drain out your pool.
- Pour in the necessary amount of salt to attain the required concentration. The installation manual is expected to procure a table documenting the amount of salt required depending on the quantity of water in your pool.
- The salt should be spread all over the surface of the pool. This may take about a day before it is properly dissolved.
- Fix the chlorination controller on a wall close to the equipment pad of your pool.
- Wire the chlorinator controller for power based on the specification in the manual. It is important to note that a few systems come with a power cord that enters the ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) safeguarded circuit.
- Others can be connected to an already existing time clock, or they could be wired straight to the pool pump to get their power. The controller also comes with grounding and bonding wire for easy electrical connections.
- Put the chlorinator cell inside the pool plumbing immediately after the filter. The chlorinator cell is expected to be the last piece of equipment on the pool pipe before the water goes back into the pool.
- Bind the chlorinator cell to the chlorinator controller.
- Switch on the pool pump and check if there are any leaks. Make use of the pump for hours so the water can circulate properly and the salt can be dissolved.
- Switch on the salt chlorinator and begin to use your salt water pool.
Conclusion
You can convert your pool into a salt water pool and enjoy the advantages of salt water chlorination in your home. And the best part is, that it is way cheaper to maintain than the chlorine pool.
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