Hi there
I really need some advice on this situation. I’m in Victoria, Australia and inherited my pool when I purchased this home. The chlorinator is a Questachlor Xtra (reverse polarity) producing 30 grams an hour at optimal operation. The chlorinator would be approx 15 years old. I’ve replaced the salt cell 3 times over the journey and the control box is still working fine as far as I can tell. I adjust the output so that it sits halfway on the winter scale in winter and in summer halfway on the summer scale.
Water tests with my pool shop always give the chlorine a tick. The 3rd cell is definitely on the way because with the output adjustment fully clockwise to high the needle is just inside the summer range so my question is: do I just get another replacement cell for around $350-400.00 or purchase a completely new unit?
I’ve researched new units and it’s a minefield. I think I prefer the older style analogue control units with a clock style timer you set for your on and off times. I was looking at an Aussie brand (Saltmate RP20) but the the majority of reviews I’ve read are not favourable at all and the last thing I want is to purchase something that doesn’t have any longevity. I’m open to any advice offered.
Cheers
I really need some advice on this situation. I’m in Victoria, Australia and inherited my pool when I purchased this home. The chlorinator is a Questachlor Xtra (reverse polarity) producing 30 grams an hour at optimal operation. The chlorinator would be approx 15 years old. I’ve replaced the salt cell 3 times over the journey and the control box is still working fine as far as I can tell. I adjust the output so that it sits halfway on the winter scale in winter and in summer halfway on the summer scale.
Water tests with my pool shop always give the chlorine a tick. The 3rd cell is definitely on the way because with the output adjustment fully clockwise to high the needle is just inside the summer range so my question is: do I just get another replacement cell for around $350-400.00 or purchase a completely new unit?
I’ve researched new units and it’s a minefield. I think I prefer the older style analogue control units with a clock style timer you set for your on and off times. I was looking at an Aussie brand (Saltmate RP20) but the the majority of reviews I’ve read are not favourable at all and the last thing I want is to purchase something that doesn’t have any longevity. I’m open to any advice offered.
Cheers