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ION TESTING 

The mineral electrode is made of a unique alloy of several metals, predominantly copper.   Ion test strips will detect the presence of the copper

 

ion, 

which determines if the water has an adequate level of protective minerals.  The reagents in the kit are very sensitive, and readings can be affected 

by various interferences.  Accordingly, use the ion test as a basic and general indicator.  Test only once a week; more often is

 

unnecessary. 

1.

 

Read ion test strip instructions. 

2.

 

Test weekly.   It should show an increasing concentration over time.   Once the ion reading reaches .0.5, chlorine reduction may begin.

 

3.

 

If the ion reading climbs to 0.9    or more, remove the unit from the water for a week and monitor the ion level weekly.

 

4.

 

Once the ion level drops to 0.5    or less, place the unit back in the pool and continue weekly ion checks.

 

5.

 

If the ion level maintains at 0.5 , continue regular floating schedule.

 

 

 

The purpose of ion testing is to initially determine that it’s safe to reduce chlorine, and subsequently to establish a Solar water purifier schedule 

which results in a steady ion reading of approximately 0.5. Depending on conditions, pools with 20,000 gallons or more usually require full-time 

use of the Solar water purifier. Smaller pools will usually maintain an adequate ion level with part-time use.   For example, one day in, one day out, 

two days in, one day out, one week in, one week out, etc.Pools with screened enclosures will probably require full-time use of the Solar Water 

Purifier, as the output will be about half of that with normal full sun. 

 

THE FIRST FEW WEEKS 

During this period, you should see the ion level increase to approximately 0.5.   Use the Solar water purifier daily and do not reduce the floating 

time unless the ion level tends to climb too high.   Remember, more ions are not better.  Water has a capacity to hold only a certain amount of

 

minerals, and attempting to exceed the saturation point may result in minerals collecting on pool surfaces.   It is important to spend a few minutes 

each week to check the ion level and to keep the electrodes clean (see ‘ELECTRODE CLEANING’). 

1.

 

Upon reaching the recommended ion level of 0.5, initiate chlorine reduction by allowing the chlorine concentration to drop to about half of 

Summary of Contents for Solar Pool Ionizer and Purifier

Page 1: ...1 Solar Pool Ionizer and Purifier...

Page 2: ...easecontact yourdealer SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS you can use this unit with the protective screen or without PRELIMINARY ASSEMBLY WITH THE PROTECTIVE SCREEN Anode Screen and Nylon Screw Brush Test strips...

Page 3: ...rger to generate ions from the sunlight a process called solar ionization Depending on the volume of water weather conditions and usage the initialization period will range from about a week to severa...

Page 4: ...blish a Solar water purifier schedule which results in a steady ion reading of approximately 0 5 Depending on conditions pools with 20 000 gallons or more usually require full time use of the Solar wa...

Page 5: ...s 2 Remove thumbscrew screen and end cap 3 Using a garden hose nozzle blast with water from different directions to knock off loose material and scale 4 Reduce the water flow and let the water run ove...

Page 6: ...ectly clear water Give your pool water time to stabilize and remember More is not necessarily better SIMPLICITY IS THE KEY ELECTRODE REPLACEMENT The mineral electrode is designed to slowly disintegrat...

Page 7: ...new plaster type finishes to cure for a month prior to using the Solar water purifier 3 Baking soda works well to raise pH and is readily available and reasonably priced 4 Household bleach works excel...

Page 8: ...ith the Solar water purifier This type of expert opinion is often influenced by the desire to sell or use chlorine and related pool chemicals Additionally recommendations often reflect a chlorine base...

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