Hello all - Although this is my first post, I have been a lurker for awhile. Big thanks to everyone for the solid information. The SLAM process and other advice has been invaluable.
We moved into our home about 5 years ago, which had the existing pool, and have done pretty well managing to pool on our own. Specifics on pool are as follows:
Approx 40,000 gallons
Salt
Plaster Walls
Jandy Equipment with Aquapure 1400 salt generator
Over the last 5 years I have had to replace the salt cell twice. (Not counting the new one that was installed just prior to moving in). Even after SLAMing and keeping the water chem balanced, in the summer months (Alabama) we are having to set it at 80% or more to just get by (CYA at 70). It struggles to maintain 2-2.5ppm fc.
From what I read, the 1400 unit’s limit is 40,000 gallons (what I have) if used 24/7. I notice several are commenting that these should be sized at double what you have.
In the next year or so, I am considering upgrading the control components to modernize (smart type controls). If sticking with Jandy, I would have to change the board for the iAqualink system. Considering the salt generator sizing and wanting to upgrade things, I don’t necessarily need to stick with Jandy. Adding a second salt cell would require another control system, so I want to see what recommendations you have. (I am guessing the pool store advice will center around what they sell.)
Goals -
better salt cell effectiveness
Modern/smart pool interface which works with smart home (hopefully)
Bonus if I could keep the Jandy watercolor LEDs currently in the pool (4 lights)
I have Jandy pumps (waterfall, filter, cleaner), but I do not believe they are controller specific.
Heater probably is not controller specific.
Current thinking:
2 parallel cells (if I use Jandy, would need another controller)
A commercial unit with larger cell
Another brand with better controller electronics and 1 or 2 cells
Thanks all. Just planning ahead and potentially doing something when this current cell goes bad.
John
We moved into our home about 5 years ago, which had the existing pool, and have done pretty well managing to pool on our own. Specifics on pool are as follows:
Approx 40,000 gallons
Salt
Plaster Walls
Jandy Equipment with Aquapure 1400 salt generator
Over the last 5 years I have had to replace the salt cell twice. (Not counting the new one that was installed just prior to moving in). Even after SLAMing and keeping the water chem balanced, in the summer months (Alabama) we are having to set it at 80% or more to just get by (CYA at 70). It struggles to maintain 2-2.5ppm fc.
From what I read, the 1400 unit’s limit is 40,000 gallons (what I have) if used 24/7. I notice several are commenting that these should be sized at double what you have.
In the next year or so, I am considering upgrading the control components to modernize (smart type controls). If sticking with Jandy, I would have to change the board for the iAqualink system. Considering the salt generator sizing and wanting to upgrade things, I don’t necessarily need to stick with Jandy. Adding a second salt cell would require another control system, so I want to see what recommendations you have. (I am guessing the pool store advice will center around what they sell.)
Goals -
better salt cell effectiveness
Modern/smart pool interface which works with smart home (hopefully)
Bonus if I could keep the Jandy watercolor LEDs currently in the pool (4 lights)
I have Jandy pumps (waterfall, filter, cleaner), but I do not believe they are controller specific.
Heater probably is not controller specific.
Current thinking:
2 parallel cells (if I use Jandy, would need another controller)
A commercial unit with larger cell
Another brand with better controller electronics and 1 or 2 cells
Thanks all. Just planning ahead and potentially doing something when this current cell goes bad.
John
Gorgeous pool. You'll receive several replies shortly about the cell. In the meantime, check your message. I sent you a PM. Nice to have you on the forum.
