Keep in mind that if you keep your csi properly maintained, then it is likely you will not have the acid clean the cell. Acid cleaning removes buildup but also life from the cell.Safetybob said:
Hate my SWG system. What should I replace it with?
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Any of you pros think moving to a larger cell would help? I have a 48 now, could go to a 60.
Before answering the size question, we need to see some test values to understand why you are having problems with your current cell. Post FC, CC, ph, TA, CH, and cya measurements. What is the volume of your pool?
I could not go without my SWG.
The first thing that comes to mind is ... can you pass an OCLT with it off? I'm wondering if you have an issue that's causing it to struggle.
Second, and I'd consider this less important as long as criteria 1 is good, is do you check your FC at least weekly? Even with an SWG, you still need to keep an eye on things.
These aren't meant to be directed at you, I'm just trying to help.
The first thing that comes to mind is ... can you pass an OCLT with it off? I'm wondering if you have an issue that's causing it to struggle.
Second, and I'd consider this less important as long as criteria 1 is good, is do you check your FC at least weekly? Even with an SWG, you still need to keep an eye on things.
These aren't meant to be directed at you, I'm just trying to help.
Current numbers aren't really relevant because the cell and the "tri-sensor" failed 3 weeks ago. Pool looks good at the moment due to tri-chlor tabs I've been using while I was out of town last week. PH is low (7.0) as a result but otherwise looks ok.
I asked about a larger cell because my pool always seems to be on the verge of disaster even with the SWG working. I don't have time to test the water multiple times per week. Volume is around 30,000 gallons.
I asked about a larger cell because my pool always seems to be on the verge of disaster even with the SWG working. I don't have time to test the water multiple times per week. Volume is around 30,000 gallons.
We recommended sizing the swg 1.5-3 times the size of the pool.
What cya level were you maintaining when it worked?
How long were you needing to run?
What cya level were you maintaining when it worked?
How long were you needing to run?
That seems like a long run time even for your large pool.
What FC level were you targeting?
Do you get a lot of organic debris in the pool?
Was it in full sun? If yes, then you may benefit from going up a little in cya...maybe 80 ppm cya (or even 85 pmm)
What FC level were you targeting?
Do you get a lot of organic debris in the pool?
Was it in full sun? If yes, then you may benefit from going up a little in cya...maybe 80 ppm cya (or even 85 pmm)
I thought it was a long time too, but that's what worked. Full sun all day. No trees around so almost no organic matter (other than frogs and bugs). I was targeting 3-5 ppm FC.
I would guess you might need to raise your cya up a little then...if you decide to continue with a swg.
By the way at that run rate: 20hr/day *270 days * 2years= 10800 hours...10000 seems to be a common life for many swgs afaik. So if you do replace the cell, I would definitely step up in size.
By the way at that run rate: 20hr/day *270 days * 2years= 10800 hours...10000 seems to be a common life for many swgs afaik. So if you do replace the cell, I would definitely step up in size.
Thanks. If (and that's a big IF) I replace my SWG parts, I'll try a larger cell and a higher cya level. Good info.
Don't forget 50 ppm Borates. That cuts down the amount of pH rise at the hydrogen gas generation plate by half making it less likely to scale. Just follow the Water Balance for SWGs.
- Jun 12, 2011
- 3,765
- Pool Size
- 19500
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pureline Crystal Pure 60,000
Eight years ago I built my pool. It was designed and built to be a SWG pool. I had a pool at my previous home that was not a salt pool. All I can say is I would never give up my SWG. The original cell lasted about 7 1/!2 years before needing replacement. I have never had to shock my pool. The water remains crystal clear with a minimal effort on my part. I only need to test every few days and monitor my TA and pH to maintain a CSI very near zero, and it is all good. If my whole salt system were to fail today, I wouldn't hesitate to spend whatever necessary to replace it. I can't think of a system that would make it any easier to manage a pool.
SinistrV6 said:
You really should knock your TA down from the 200 you posted on the first page. That is likely the big source of your woes. Seems like 70-80 TA works out a lot better for most folks.
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I hated my pentair inline cloranator !!! Allways needing o-ring and that plastic hose that cost 5 bucks.
You cant see if your still have any tabs left until you open it.
SWG MORE BETTER !!!
You cant see if your still have any tabs left until you open it.
SWG MORE BETTER !!!