User Guide

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Gallons
Liters
(pool size in feet)
(pool size in meters)
Rectangular
Round
Oval
Diameter x Diameter x
Average Depth x 5.9
Length x Width x
Average Depth x 6.7
Length x Width x
Average Depth x 7.5
Diameter x Diameter x
Average Depth x 785
Length x Width x
Average Depth x 893
Length x Width x
Average Depth x 1000
Salt Level
Use the chart on page 4 to determine how much salt in pounds or (Kgs) need to be added
to reach the recommended levels. Use the equations below (measurements are in feet/
gallons and meters/liters) if pool size is unknown.
The ideal salt level is between 2700-3400 ppm (parts per million) with 3200 ppm being
optimal. If the level is low, determine the number of gallons in the pool and add salt
according to the chart on page 4. A low salt level will reduce the efficiency of the Aqua
Rite Pro and result in low chlorine production. A high salt level can cause the Aqua Rite
Pro to shutdown and may begin to give a salty taste to your pool (generally, the salt will
begin to be tasted at a level of about 3500-4000 ppm). The salt in your pool/spa is
constantly recycled and the loss of salt throughout the swimming season should be
small. This loss is due primarily to the addition of water because of splashing,
backwashing, or draining (because of rain). Salt is not lost due to evaporation.
Type of Salt to Use
It is important to use only sodium chloride (NaCl) salt that is greater than 99% pure. This
is common food quality or water softener salt and is usually available in 40-80 lb. bags
labeled "Coarse Solar Salt". It is also acceptable to use water conditioning salt pellets,
however, it will take longer for them to dissolve. Do not use rock salt, salt with yellow
prussiate of soda, salt with anti-caking additives, or iodized salt.
How to Add or Remove Salt
For new plaster pools, wait 10-14 days before adding salt to allow the plaster to cure.
Turn the circulating pump on and add salt directly into the pool. Brush the salt around
to speed up the dissolving process--do not allow salt to pile up on the bottom of the
pool. Run the filter pump for 24 hours with the suction coming from the main drain (use
pool vac if there is no main drain) to allow the salt to evenly disperse throughout the
pool. The salt display may take 24 hours to respond to the change in salt concentration.
The only way to lower the salt concentration is to partially drain the pool and refill with
fresh water.
Always check stabilizer (cyanuric acid), when checking salt. These levels will most
likely decline together. Use the chart on page 5 to determine how much stabilizer must
be added to raise the level to 80 ppm.
Electrolytic Cell and Flow Switch:
The electrolytic cell and flow switch cables are terminated with connectors which plug
into the Aqua Rite Pro for easy attachment and removal. The door of the Aqua Rite Pro
must be open and the front panel removed to access the cell cable and flow switch
connectors. Route the flow switch cable through one of the knockouts. A cutout in the
enclosure is provided for the cell cable. The diagram below shows the location of these
connections.
Cell Connector
Flow Switch
Connector
Optional AQL-CHEM Chemistry Kit
Plug the connector from the AQL-CHEM into the designated connector on the Aqua
Rite Pro PCB as shown below. For detailed installation and operation information, refer
to the AQL-CHEM instructions.
Connector for
AQL-CHEM