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The pool’s chemistry must be balanced BEFORE activating the AquaRite S3’s. NOTE: If the pool does
not have new water, add metal remover and non-copper based algaecide to the pool, per manufac-
turer’s instructions. This ensures a quick, troublefree transfer to the AquaRite S3 system.
Salt
Use the chart on the following page to determine how much salt in pounds or (Kgs) should be added
to reach the recommended levels. Use the Pool Sizing Formula below (measurements are in feet/
gallons and meters/liters) if pool size is unknown.
The operating salt level is between 1200 PPM - 8000 PPM (parts per million) with 3200 PPM being
optimal. If the water’s salt concentration decreases, the AquaRite S3 will continue to operate down
to 800 PPM in an alarmed state before shutting down.
Before adding any salt, first test the pool’s salt level. Chlorine added to a pool over time can produce
salt so this is especially important for retrofit installation to older pools. If the level is low, determine
the number of gallons in the pool and add salt according to the chart below. The salt in your pool/
spa is constantly recycled and the loss of salt throughout the swimming season should be minimal.
This loss is due primarily to the addition of water because of splashing, backwashing, or draining
(because of rain). Salt is not lost due to evaporation.
Type of Salt to Use
It is important to use only sodium chloride (NaCl) salt that is greater than 99.0% pure. This can be
found at most pool stores in 40-80 lb. bags labeled “for use in swimming pools”. Alternatively, use
common food quality or water softener salt that is at least 99.0% pure. It is also acceptable to use
water conditioning salt pellets, however, it will take longer for them to dissolve. Do not use rock salt,
or salt with more than 1% of yellow prussiate of soda, salt with anti-caking additives, or iodized salt.
How to Add Salt
For new plaster pools, wait 10-14 days before adding salt to allow the plaster to cure. Turn the
circulating pump on and add salt directly into the pool. Brush the salt around to speed up the dis-
solving process—do not allow salt to pile up on the bottom of the pool. Run the filter pump for 24
hours with the suction coming from the main drain (use pool vacuum if there is no main drain) to
allow the salt to evenly disperse throughout the pool. The salt display may take 24 hours to respond
to the change in salt concentration.
Always check stabilizer (cyanuric acid), when checking salt. These levels will most likely decline
together. Use the chart on the following page to determine how much stabilizer must be added to
raise the level to 40 ppm.