Where do I add the salt?

[estubbs65]

I have a new SWG pool should I add salt to shallow or deep?

 

[Bperry]

I have a new SWG pool should I add salt to shallow or deep?

Turn the SWG off and add it anywhere it’s easy to sweep around so it dissolves quickly. Wait an hour and test the salt level to make sure it’s right and adjust if needed, wait 24hours for it to fully dissolve and then turn the SWG back on

 

[Jimrahbe]

65,

It makes no difference..

But... you don't just dump it in and let it sit.. You must take a brush and move it around until it all 'melts' into the water.

Thanks,

Jim R.

 

[Newdude]

I like the shallow end because not only are my returns there but it's easier to brush.

 

[proavia]

I have a new SWG pool should I add salt to shallow or deep?

Welcome toTFP!

Is this a newly plastered pool?
If so, wait at least 28 days after plaster to add salt.

Before adding salt, test the pool water for salt content (using a Taylor K1766 salt test kit or equivalent).
All pools have some salt in the water and you want to know how much before you add additional salt so you don't overshoot the recommended ppm of salt for your SWG.

With SWG off, add the salt to the shallow end as it makes brushing it until totally dissolved.
Brush until all salt is dissolved.
Run pump for at least 24 hours straight after all salt is dissolved before energizing SWG.

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