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Chlorination
With the use of the included Turbo Cell and flow switch, the Aqua Plus 16v is also an automatic chlorine generation
system for pool and/or spa sanitization. If enabled (see Configuration Menu), this operation requires a low con-
centration of salt (sodium chloride) in the pool/spa water. The Aqua Plus 16v automatically converts the salt into
free chlorine which kills bacteria and algae in the pool/spa. Chlorine will revert back to sodium chloride after killing
bacteria. These reactions will continuously recycle, virtually eliminating the need to add sanitizing chemicals to your
pool/spa. The only time you may need to add more salt to the pool/spa is when water is replenished due to
backwashing, draining, or splashing (not evaporation).
The Aqua Plus 16v is designed to handle the purification needs of most residential swimming pools up to 40,000
gallons (150,000 liters), or the needs of most commercial pools up to 25,000 gallons (95,000 liters). Check local
codes for other restrictions. The actual amount of chlorination required to properly sanitize a pool varies due to
bather load, rainfall, temperature, and the pool’s cleanliness.
For pools larger than 40,000 gallons, the Aqua Plus 16v can control one or more Hayward Aqua Rite chlorinators
to supplement chlorine production.
NOTE: Before installing this product as part of a saline water purification system in a pool or spa using natural
stone for coping or for immediately adjacent patios/decking, a qualified stone installation specialist should be
consulted regarding the appropriate type, installation, sealant (if any) and maintenance of stone used around a
saline pool with electronic chlorine generator in your particular location and circumstances.
NOTE: The use of dry acid (sodium bisulfate) to adjust pool pH is discouraged especially in arid regions where
pool water is subject to excessive evaporation and is not commonly diluted with fresh water. Dry acid can cause a
buildup of by-products that can damage your chlorinator cell.
Default Display
Turn power on at the main panel and turn the Aqua Plus 16v control power circuit breaker on. The keypad will
show the default display. The default display alternates between the day/time, air and pool (or spa) temperature,
pool/spa sanitizer setting, and salt level. Under certain circumstances, additional displays may be added to the
default menu to inform you about system operation. Refer to the Programming Menu Flowchart on page 7 to view
all possible displays. The Aqua Plus 16v will automatically scroll through all of the available default menu displays
or you can press “<” or “>” to manually scroll.
Optional Remote Display/keypad shown--the display keypad on the
main control unit will have a “Service” button in the upper left
corner instead of the “System Off” button.
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