Pentair iChlor SWG
The Pentair iChlor SWG is a lower end chlorine generators for pools with 15,000 gallons or less. TFP recommends that SWG capacity be at least 2X the pool volume.
The iChlor has two avilable models:
- iChlor 15 (0.6) for pools up to 15,000 gallons Pentair says (TFP 7,500 gallons)
- iChlor 30 (1.0) for pools up to 30,000 gallons Pentair says (TFP 15,500 gallons)
The iChlor cell can be mounted horizontally or vertically and powered by 120 volts or 240 volts.
The iChlor cell is a self contained unit with an integrated display and control panel. The only serviceable part is the Flow-Temperature Switch (P/N 523100) which it shares with the IntelliChlor and is replaceable. When the iChlor cell is replaced the controls are also replaced.
The iChor30 connects to the Pentair PC1100 Power Center (P/N 520590) that it shares with the IntelliChlor. Through the PC100 Power Center the iChlor can connect to Pentair Automation Systems.
iChlor Power
The iChlor 15 uses its own External Power Pack with a 15 foot cord that plugs into a 120V outlet. The powerpack must be connected to a GFCI outlet.
The iChlor Installation Manual says:
CHLORINE GAS BUILDUP CAN OCCUR WITH IMPROPER WIRING: To reduce the risk of personal injury the iChlor SCG Power Center must be installed on an automation filter pump relay wired to the load side of the time clock, electronically controlled switch, or relay load side, so that it will receive power only when the pool pump is on. Otherwise, dangerous chlorine gas buildup can occur. The iChlor SCG should never be energized when the pool pump is OFF and water is not flowing through the unit.
Never use dry acid (sodium bisulfate) to adjust pH in arid geographic areas with excessive evaporation and minimal dilution of pool water with fresh water. A buildup of by-products can damage the iChlor SCG.
iChlor Salt levels
The iChlor Installation Manual says:
- 3600 ppm of salt is recommended for optimum water condition.
- Low salt concentration below 3000 ppm will reduce operating efficiency.
- Low salt concentration below 2600 ppm will cause the unit to reduce production.
- Low salt concentration below 2000 ppm will cause the unit to turn OFF.
- High salt concentration above 4500 ppm may cause excessive corrosion or deterioration to pool equipment and surrounding surfaces in and around the pool.
Note: Salt measurements will vary between measuring devices (salt test strips, electronic testers, and titration). The salt sensor reading is within +/- 300 ppm accuracy.
