Hayward Salt & Swim Salt & Swim Owner's Manual - Page 16

You may need to lower the setting when the pool water temperature decreases significantly or there are long periods of inactivity. Prevent over-chlorination during cold weather: Check chlorine levels periodically. Most pools require less chlorine during cold weather and the DAILY CHLORINE OUTPUT should be lowered accordingly. Maintaining the Salt & Swim System The replaceable Cell uses the same electronic self cleaning technology as the popular Hayward Turbo Cell. In most cases this self cleaning action will keep the Cell working at optimum efficiency. In areas where water is hard (high mineral content) and in pools where the water chemistry has been allowed to get "out of balance," the Cell may require periodic cleaning. Servicing and Cleaning the Salt & Swim Cell Unplug the Salt & Swim from the GFCI outlet and remove power from the pump before attempting to remove the Cell. Unplug the Cell cord from the Cell. Remove the Cell from the Vessel by unscrewing the Retaining Nut and gently pulling the Cell out of Vessel. Once removed, look inside the Cell and inspect for scale formation (light colored crusty or flaky deposits) on the plates and for any debris which has passed through the filter and caught on the plates. If no deposits are visible, reinstall. If deposits are seen, use a high pressure garden hose and try to flush the scale off. If this is not successful, use a plastic or wood tool (do not use metal as this will scratch the coating off the plates) and scrape deposits off of plates. Note that a buildup on the Cell indicates that there is an unusually high calcium level in the pool (old pool water is usually the cause). If this is not corrected, you may have to periodically clean the Cell. The simplest way to avoid this is to bring the pool chemistry to the recommended levels as specified. Mild Acid Washing: Use only in severe cases where flushing and scraping will not remove the majority of deposits. To acid wash, mix a 4:1 solution of water to muriatic acid (one gallon of water to one quart of muriatic acid) in a clean plastic container, . ALWAYS ADD ACID TO WATER - NEVER ADD WATER TO ACID. Be sure to wear rubber gloves and appropriate eye protection. Place the Cell in the container. The solution should reach the top of the Cell so that the cylindrical electronics compartment is not submerged. Soak the Cell for a few minutes and then rinse with a high pressure garden hose. If any deposits are still visible, repeat soaking and rinsing. Replace Cell and inspect again periodically. Winterizing The Salt & Swim replaceable Cell will be damaged by freezing water just as your pool plumbing would. In areas of the country which experience severe or extended periods of freezing temperatures, be sure to drain all water from the pump, filter, and supply and return lines before any freezing conditions occur. The Control Box and plumbed in Cell Vessel are capable of withstanding any winter weather and should not be removed. Spring Start-up DO NOT turn the Salt & Swim on until the pool water chemistry has been brought to the proper levels. This information can be found on page 8. 14