Salt Chlorinators Q&A

Question 1

I want to replace my Pentair ichlor 30 salt system. Will this Circupool Universal be an easy replacement without any modifications needed by a professional? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool Universal25 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 2

Is Morton pool salt ok to use with this? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-15 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 3

My pool is green, have not opened for the season yet. Do I need to get it clear before converting? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-15 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 4

i just recently purchased a core 55 salt cell,my plumbing is 1/12 pipe.directions say to purchase a reducer cant locate one at any hardware store in my area can you sent me picture of what it might look like View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-15 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 5

How long should the high salt light stay on View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool Universal25 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 6

I use this unit on the lowest setting for my salt water(NaCL)hot tub and it works great! I’m considering switching to bromine due to my wife’s skin sensitivity. Will it generate bromine if I flush the system and add the sodium bromide? If so, where would I buy It(NaBr)? Thanks View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool Universal25 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 7

can this system be used on hot tubes or heated pools. we have a pool we keep at 102 degrees that I would like to covert to slat water system, its about 8000 gals View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-15 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 8

will it replace a Pentair salt generator ? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool Universal25 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 9

I’m considering replacing my 5-year old Pentair IC40 with the Core 55. Will the Core 55 wiring plug/twist easily into my intellitouch control center? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-15 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 10

What is the flow at which this turns on and off? Setting up my variable speed pump. How many hours a day should this run and day or night? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool Universal25 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 11

What's the exact length of the salt cell? (I'm trying to figure out how hard the re-plumb will be if I replace my current system from a different manufacturer.) View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool Universal25 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 12

My control panel makes a high-pitched noise and or buzzing sound. I will turn off system then immediately turn it back on and the sound goes away for a period of time (sometimes 10 mins-sometimes hours). what could be causing noise and how to correct? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool Universal25 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 13

Bought the 25 about 2 years ago and I love it. Best thing I ever did for the pool. Today for the first time the generating light is blinking and the screen says HOT. What does that mean it's in the70s during the day and in the 40s during the night. What is hot? It can't be the water temp. Please advise...........wally View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool Universal25 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 14

I just had a Circupool Universal 25 SG installed, added salt bags and turned on the SG to auto. It read 4100. I let it generate for a few hours and the reading increased to 4900. I drained my 12000 gal pool 10 inches and refilled it with fresh water to dilute the salt concentration. Turned on the SG and it STILL reads 4900 What do I do? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool Universal25 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 15

what unit would be good for a 17,000 gal. pool View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-15 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 16

I have a J series chlorinated system. The power light stays on. Push the power button and it will not turn off. Push all of the other buttons nothing chances. Unplugged everything and reset still same as before. Need help????? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool Universal25 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 17

How long does a cell last? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-15 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 18

Can you use an existing Hayward flow switch? View answer

Asked 9 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool Universal40 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 19

Does the CircuPool Core 15 & Core 35 need to be connected to a 120v outlet or can it be connected to a Jandy Aqualink at the outside control box. I have a 22000 gallon in ground pool and I believe I would need the Core 35. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-15 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 20

Are there replacement cells for this unit? If so, what model? View answer

Asked 9 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool Universal40 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 21

Do you sell add-on cells/controller boards to expand capacity? Cost? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > Autopilot Digital PPM5 (CC-15) Electronic Chlorine Generator

Question 22

is the cc15 unit NSF 50 certified View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > Autopilot Digital PPM5 (CC-15) Electronic Chlorine Generator

Question 23

Were can I find the dimension for the cell length? View answer

Asked 8 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool Universal40 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 24

How difficult is it to install ? View answer

Asked 8 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool Universal40 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 25

Do I need a timer for this unit to work properly ? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool Universal40 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 26

Is this user friendly enough to be installed without professional help? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool Universal40 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 27

How long will the plates in the drape over last? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > ControlOMatic - MegaChlor Pool and Swim Spa Chlorine Generator

Question 28

Is this chlorination reliable? We are replacing a Pentair. Can the Circupool 55 use the same power source as the Pentair IC - 40? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 29

can this system be used on above ground pools? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 30

I can't find the amps it uses for 110v and 220v? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 31

Does this item need to come off of the plumbing during the winter? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 32

Does it matter which way the water flows thru the CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator? thanks View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 33

Is there a 5th generation 55? And if so does it indicate salt levels? Or do they all just indicate “low & high”? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 34

What is the cell cleaning process, is muriatic acid used like cleaning the intelichlor generator View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 35

When used while plugged into a 110 outlet, do you need to unplug it before the pool pump cycles off or is it ok to leave it plugged in? Will the flow sensor be ok to turn the unit off and on? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 36

Can I install this vertical as it will be replacing my Pentair i40 which too is vertical. Hopefully those cuts work so I don’t have to cut elsewhere View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 37

what size pvc is it View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 38

Can you install it vertically? The pipe comes out of my heater, and then immediately bends 90-degrees down, with about 2.5 feet of straight vertical drop before it goes into the ground. Or, in that situation, would you recommend a different model, such as the RJ, Edge, or Universal? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 39

I have a core35 unit plugged into Gfci outlet. Does the unit automatically turn off when pump stops running? Or do I need to directly connect unit to timer? Thank you. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 40

The installation video says it’s easy to convert the system to work with 1.5in pipe but doesn’t say how? What is the best way to do this? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 41

Will this work for a 13500 gallon pool? your instructions say 1.5 to 2 times the size, but not a maximum multiplier. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-35 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 42

How long is the electric cord on the Core55? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 43

Can this be installed on a pipe that goes down at a diagonal slant, or does it need to stay horizontal? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 44

How does the control panel do in the direct sunlight? I am in Texas and the UV can really mess up these key pads. Is there a cover than I can put over it to protect it? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 45

My pool is 42,000 gallons will this be big enough for the job? I was hoping the RJ-60 would go on sale, but this is close and $300 cheaper. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 46

i have a jandy aquapure system now and have to keep salt level above 4000, i would really like to be able to run lower levels, as mine is over 10 years old, can you recommend a better system?, thank you View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-35 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 47

What type screws attach the electrical cord to the unit? I would like t change the cord for a longer one. Thank View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 48

I have a Core35, can I change just the cell internals to the Core55 cell and use the Core35 controller ? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-35 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 49

What’s height needed below plumbing connections. My current plumbing isn’t very high off pad so debating on this and RJ45 View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

Question 50

My current cell in plumbed in vertically. Can this be as weak or does this unit need to be horizontal? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Salt Chlorinators > CircuPool CORE-55 Salt Chlorine Generator

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