Inline Rainbow Chlorinator check valve

[Superdave]

Hey everyone,

I did a search trying to see if someone asked this question. Didn't, so here goes:

I have a Rainbow inline chlorinator for my in ground pool.

I am pretty sure the BB inside the valve is stuck closed. This will be the third time I have had to replace this part.

I am thinking that due to my equipment being of a higher elevation than the pool, I may not need this valve to begin with.

Am I wrong? What benefits does this check valve provide for my chlorinator?

Thanks for reading.

Dave

 

[jblizzle]

Well, being in TX likely where your pool stays open year round, and where you may have water restrictions, I HIGHLY recommend you ditch the trichlor tablets and switch to bleach.

As such, it is my opinion that you should not bother fixing it

Sorry I do not know anything about them or how to fix them.

How much Pool School have you read? Start with these:
ABCs of Water Chemistry
Recommended Pool Chemicals
How to Chlorinate Your Pool

 

[Superdave]

I actually use both. I primarily use pucks in winter. Right now, water temps are still very cold.

Also, FWIW, I tried the Liquidator, but gave up on it as clogged easily with the "white stuff".