Chlorine production – Davey MCxxC CHLOROMATIC Salt Water Pool System User Manual
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Salt is NOT used up in the process of producing chlorine or by evaporation. Salt is only lost through back -
washing, splash - out, overflow or by leakage from the pool or plumbing. Winter rains can dilute the salt solution in
your pool; therefore salt levels should be checked during this season. In colder water, the ChloroMatic should be
set to Winter Mode. (Refer Winter Mode page 8).
Low salt levels will destroy the coating on the Anode plates and will void all Warranty.
The ChloroMatic
®
has built in warning indicators to minimise damage resulting from insufficient salt levels,
however, the ultimate responsibility is on the owner to ensure adequate salt levels are maintained all year round.
4. RUNNING TIMES:
These instructions cover ChloroMatics for residential use only.
If you run your chlorinator for 24 hours a day, or for long periods, the Cell life will be greatly reduced. It is important
that the correct model ChloroMatic
®
has been installed on your pool. Many models are available to cope with small
courtyard pools up to commercial applications. (Consult your local ChloroMatic
®
Dealer for more information).
CHLORINE PRODUCTION:
The ChloroMatic
®
must be run daily to generate sufficient chlorine to sanitise the pool. During Summer this is
approximately eight hours per day, preferably in two periods - between 6.00 and 8.00am and between 5.00 and
11.00pm. Night time is preferable because chlorine dissipates rapidly in direct sunlight. If these running times are
observed, and the Cell is functioning correctly, your pool will have sufficient chlorine when tested in the morning.
If the level is too low either longer running times are required or the Sanitiser Output Control needs to be
adjusted to maximum. Harsh local conditions such as traffic pollution or windborne dust require different running
times, in which case, seek advice from your pool shop. During Winter approximately 4 to 6 hours a day should
provide enough chlorine. Without sufficient filtration/chlorination, your pool will never function correctly. ALWAYS
RUN THE FILTER WHEN SWIMMING IN THE POOL. In extremely hot weather or during periods of heavy bathing
loads, the running time may need to be extended to 10 - 14 hours per day.
In some cases you may find your chlorine level to be too high. To determine if this is the case, run your filter/
chlorinator for the suggested times/chlorine production level and test your pool water on the morning after
operation. If your chlorine test shows a high level of chlorine, either the running times can be reduced slightly, or
the Sanitiser Output Control can be turned anti - clockwise. Test your chlorine level again the following morning
at around the same time. If your chlorine level is still high, repeat the above process until the correct level is
attained.
“SHOCK” TREATMENT:
Periodically, especially during extremely hot conditions, it may be necessary to boost the amount of chlorine in
your pool in order to maintain absolute sanitation of the water. This can be achieved by adding either liquid or
granulated chlorine. If granulated chlorine is added, the Cell must be checked regularly, since the additives from
this product will clog the electrodes. Alternatively, extend the running time of your ChloroMatic
®
.
CHLORINE TYPES AND COMPARISONS / MAX POOL SIZE:
Many chlorinator manufacturers calibrate their units to compare with 65% granulated chlorine, making it necessary
to adjust their readings to a lower level in order to determine true chlorine production. The Display on your
ChloroMatic
®
expresses production as pure 100% chlorine so you will know the exact output of your Unit. Below is
a comparison table of the available types of chlorine used to sanitise pools.
ChloroMatic
®
Production
maximum
grams/hour
(100%)
Production*
grams/
hour (65%
equivalent)
Chlorine
produced
over 8 hours
grams
(100%)
Equivalent in
dry granulated
chlorine
grams
(65%)
MAX POOL SIZE (litres)
Model
ESR
Model
ESC
pH
COOL
CLIMATES
TEMPERATE
CLIMATES
HOT &
TROPICAL
CLIMATES
110
11
17
88
136
55,000
34,000
24,000
160
16
16
16
25
128
200
80,000
50,000
35,000
200
20
31
160
248
100,000
62,000
44,000
240
24
24
24
37
192
296
120,000
75,000
55,000
300
30
46
240
368
150,000
94,000
66,000
36
36
36
55
288
440
180,000
112,000
80,000
40
40
62
320
496
200,000
125,000
100,000
50
50
67.5
351
579
250,000
200,000
160,000