Is an Intellichlor saltwater system a good way to go?
- Thread starter nlpoolfam
- Start date
Deb04
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- Jul 12, 2008
- 676
- Pool Size
- 19000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-40
I'm not a pool professional, but that's what I have and I like it. Just make sure it's rated for 2 x the size of your pool. e.g., if it's a 20K gal pool, get an IC-40.
Yes. I have one myself. It’s made by Pentair. They don’t make cheap stuff…
Excellent. Thanks so very much! By the way, I'm not a computer whiz so please forgive if my response is written in the wrong spot.
Wow, thank you so much. Now I just need to figure out how to use this website. Hope I'm responding in the correct area. Thanks again!
- Apr 10, 2018
- 5,440
- Pool Size
- 18375
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-45
Are you planning to add automation to the new pool? Pentair SWGs work best with Pentair automation.
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Thank you very much for sharing. Yes, I believe so. I now realize how naive my husband and I are about our upcoming pool. The build on our vinyl lined (18x36) pool will begin any day now. It was supposed to have begun sooner but we have had so much rain here (we are in Washington State... usually this is the "sunny" side of the State though). Our pool guy is the one who learned of this system. He told us that it isn't (for some reason) used much here, in the Pacific Northwest, but looks to be the best choice since we want a saltwater pool. Thank you very much for your input. We have so much to learn!
- Apr 10, 2018
- 5,440
- Pool Size
- 18375
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-45
It can be an eye-opening experience. Spend some time in the under-construction forum for knowledge and advice. As recommended earlier, be sure to select a SWG rated for twice the pool volume.
Now is the time to start studying up on pool chemistry. Before the fill, invest in a TFP recommended test kit.
Best wishes!
Now is the time to start studying up on pool chemistry. Before the fill, invest in a TFP recommended test kit.
Best wishes!
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