Trouble with new SWG

[martinezj1120]

Hello everyone,

Brand new pool owner here and I have to admit, it is very overwhelming so far. Have run into several problems but long story short, we were finally able to get everything running today with my builder. Everything in regards to plumbing seems to be working fine. Started the pump up early afternoon, set the SWG, and away we went. Just checked on the SWG and I'm getting to steady lights on the Check Salt and Inspect Cell.

I ran a diagnostic and these are my numbers
1900
70
32.5
0.00
96P
-0
AL -0
R 1.59
-15

I've read the manual and have tried some of the troubleshooting with no luck. Any thoughts on what I need to do?

 

[martinezj1120]

I should add that several bags of salt were initially added about 10 days ago but we haven't been able to start the pool up since then due to a few issues.

 

[proavia]

When did you add the salt?
What is the salt level and what test kit did you use to measure it?

 

[martinezj1120]

When did you add the salt?
What is the salt level and what test kit did you use to measure it?

Salt was originally added 10 days ago, when we filled the pool but nothing since then. The 1900 ppm is a reading off of my Aquarite 900 display.

 

[proavia]

1900 is too low. I believe the Aquarite requires around 3000 ppm salt.

I'd suggest you get a Taylor K-1766 salt test - or at a minimum some salt test strips.

For now, turn the SWG off and wait until you can get an accurate reading of the salt.

 

[martinezj1120]

Would adding salt to the pool be of any benefit? Or would it just do more harm than good?

 

[proavia]

If the SWG is accurate at the 1900 reading, it probably will not produce any chlorine. Look in the manual for the optimum salt requirements and also for the minimum. Get yourself a good salt test kit - it will save you hours of frustration and wondering.

For now, just use liquid chlorine and dose based on the FC/CYA Levels for your measured CYA.

Please add how many gallons your pool holds and what test kit you are using to your signature.

 

[JamesW]

The cell is a T-9, but the box is set to T-15.

Go to T-15 and move the switch from auto to superchlorinate and back to auto until it reads T-9.

Then, move the switch to off for a minute and then back on. Go to instant salt and wait for the reading to stabilize then move the switch from auto to superchlorinate and back to auto.

 

[martinezj1120]

I assumed

The cell is a T-9, but the box is set to T-15.

Go to T-15 and move the switch from auto to superchlorinate and back to auto until it reads T-9.

Then, move the switch to off for a minute and then back on. Go to instant salt and wait for the reading to stabilize then move the switch from auto to superchlorinate and back to auto.

I assumed when I ran the diagnostic, it showed me it was a 15. Didn't realize that is what it was set to. I will make the change.

 

[JamesW]

You would have been better off with a T-15 cell with your single speed pump.

A variable speed pump would not be as much of an issue because it can be run continuously for very little cost.

In my opinion, builders should not be able to install a single speed pump on a new pool.

Even with a variable speed pump, a T-15 is a better choice.

 

[martinezj1120]

You would have been better off with a T-15 cell with your single speed pump.

A variable speed pump would not be as much of an issue because it can be run continuously for very little cost.

In my opinion, builders should not be able to install a single speed pump on a new pool.

Even with a variable speed pump, a T-15 is a better choice.

Thanks. I made the change but it looks like I will need to SLAM the pool to get started.

 

[JamesW]

Is the salinity reading correctly now?

 

[martinezj1120]

Is the salinity reading correctly now?

Hope I am answering with the correct number. The display still reads 1900

 

[JamesW]

Move the switch to off for a minute and then back on. Go to instant salt and wait for the reading to stabilize then move the switch from auto to superchlorinate and back to auto. That will update the average salinity to match the new instant salinity.

 

[martinezj1120]

3000!