unnecessary damage to the 'Cell'.
At correct salt levels, the Output gauge needle should be able to
reach the RED portion of the gauge dial (for your 'Cell' size),
by turning the Output Control knob.
The LSI has been factory calibrated (plus or minus) to a minimum
salt level of 4000ppm, so could therefore activate at slightly
higher salinity than 4000ppm. If the LSI activates when you think
there is sufficient salt in the water, a physical test kit
measurement of the salinity is necessary to, determine the facts
(before deeming it necessary to re-calibrate the ECO-MATIC).
Salt Test Kits
Various salt test kits are available. Salt Test Strips are
available at many pool shops (one brand name is AquaChek). Some
pool shops also test for salt.
How Salt Is Lost From Your Pool
The ECO-MATIC process does not consume the salt - it merely
re-uses it over and over. Evaporation also leaves the salt in the
water. However, salt is lost from the pool when water is lost -
back-flushing filter, splash-out, overflow in rainy periods,
leaks in the pool.
Adding Salt To The Water
Salt is generally available in 25lb, 40lb, 50lb or 80lb bags - at
places such as Home Base, Home Depot etc. Use ordinary rock salt,
evaporated ocean salt - the same as would be used for a water
softener (avoid salt pellets). Call your ECO-MATIC dealer if you
need assistance in locating a source of salt.
Add the salt by tipping it directly into the pool. Dissolve by
sweeping the salt to the deep-end floor drain and/or by vacuuming
the pool. The heavier than-water saline 'syrup' will remain on
the floor of the pool if not mixed properly.
How Much Top-up Salt To Add
When topping-up the salt level, we suggest adding salt at the
rate of approx 50lb per 10,000 gallons of water. Remember: A
slight excess of salt is not a problem, but too little salt
causes damage to the 'Cell'. When the added salt is dissolved,
check that the LSI remains GREEN. Measure the salinity if in
doubt.
MAINTENANCE OF THE WATER
