The start up of a saltwater pool is simple. If the salt water chlorinator is being installed on an existing pool, the water does not need to be drained. However, the water needs to be tested and properly balanced before the salt chlorinator is turned on. Note: Please refer to your owner's manual for specific ideal levels.
George Posted: 5/23/2021
In the instructions for checking all the chemicals before adding the salt and at the very end it states now you can turn on your system. So just to be clear, the system needs to be off when you add the salt and if so for how long after you add the salt should it be turned on?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 6/4/2021
Wait to run the system until the salt has dissolved. it may take up to 24 hours for the salt to dissolve completely. You can find more information here: How to Add Salt to Your PoolReply
Anonymous Posted: 6/20/2020
When doing the initial startup on saltwater system pool, do you need to let the filter run first for 12 hours or can you start using the Chlorinator mode at the same time?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 9/2/2020
I have read manuals on both sides of this argument. For me, i prefer to wait until the salt is dissolved completely before turning on the unit. That may take a couple of hours depending on how much salt you put in. But I do suggest helping your salt system, by adding shock. This allows your system to build up a base of chlorine while the shock is handling any heavy lifting, so to speak.Reply
Greg M Posted: 5/16/2020
How do I know how much salt to add on initial start upReply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 11/10/2020
Salt systems usually have a salt chart in their manual that references the amount of salt needed according to your pool size in gallons and start salinity level. You can find a salt chart here, Swimming Pool Salt Calculator.Reply
Greg Posted: 4/9/2020
I just had a pebble sheen installed today on new pool. Can I use my regular pool sweep or should I do it by hand for now?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Robert M. Posted: 4/10/2020
We recommend manually vacuuming the pool if it has to be cleaned. The pool sweep may leave a trail. I would recommend waiting at least 30 days before you use the automatic pool sweep.Reply
Anonymous Posted: 4/10/2020
Thanks, after the pebble sheen has been applied, how long do I have to wait to fill the pool?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Robert M. Posted: 4/10/2020
My pool builder started adding water to the pool as soon as they were done applying the pebble tec finish.Reply
Miguel Posted: 4/8/2020
We just built a pool and are a week away from the PebbleTec being applied. Is it ok to add chemicals and salt once the pool is filled with water?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 4/8/2020
You will not be able to run your salt chlorine generator or add salt for about a month after the PebbleTec is applied. The company completing the PebbleTec installation should give you thorough water maintenance guidelines for the curing/setting process.Reply
Anonymous Posted: 7/15/2019
How long do you leave the pool running after adding salt?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 7/16/2019
It takes about 24 hours for the salt to fully dissolve, so run the pump for a day.Reply
TRINA R Posted: 5/22/2019
We just installed a brand new pool...new salt system...chemicals are all in...how long should I run the pump on filter setting for? I have not turned on chlorine generator yet.Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 5/23/2019
Are you asking a general pump scheduling question, or is it this specific to your startup?Reply
Brenda Posted: 5/3/2019
Pool man hook up every thing but left me with dirty water. Have a shark cleaner in the water now. Is th at ok? Do I do something call a back wash after that?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 5/6/2019
If the water is a little cloudy or silty, then the use of a clarifier or a flocculant should clear it up.Reply
Raymond Posted: 5/2/2019
I had a pool store say a timer is NOT recommended for a saltwater pool due to the fact you want it producing salt all the time. Is this correct? I have been trying it this way and I am getting way to much salt. I now have it running at 10% all day trying to get it to level out.Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Robert M. Posted: 5/2/2019
Hello Raymond - The pool store may have their reason for not using a timer. Most manufacturers, and Inyo, recommends putting the salt system on a timer. First, pool pumps and salt systems do not need to run 24/7. They just need to run long enough to keep the pool clear and chlorinated. Second, running the salt system less time will increase the lifespan of the system.Reply
Raymond Posted: 5/2/2019
Is there a good 120v timer for the pump and salt system?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Robert M. Posted: 5/3/2019
We'd recommend the Intermatic T101P3 for single speed pumps or the Intermatic PE153P for dual speed pumps.Reply
Anonymous Posted: 4/22/2019
Other than my salt cell being replaced every 3-6 years, what else should be replaced every year during opening?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Robert M. Posted: 4/23/2019
You'd want to test the water and balance it when opening the pool.Reply
Richard Posted: 11/16/2018
I'm getting ready to start adding salt to my new pool. I know the salt has to be 99% purity or higher and fine grade but I've seen pool salt for $35.00 per 40lb bag or fine pool salt from local hardware stores for $5.00 per 40lb bag. Why is there such a big difference and should I just get it from the local hardware store? Could you recommend a brand? ThanksReply
InyoPools Product Specialist Robert M. Posted: 11/21/2018
Hello Richard - The normal price range should be $5-$10. We've had good luck with the Diamond Crystal and Morton Pool Salt.Reply
InyoPools Posted: 8/28/2018
Hello Marian - No, having a salt level of 500 ppm will not impact the salt chlorine generator. You won't have to add as much salt since you are starting at 500 ppm.Reply
marian Posted: 8/27/2018
Pool was re-plastered 2 months back. Time to start the new Salt Generator. Had water tested at Leslie's he said initial salt level had to be zero before I started adding salt . My water tested 500ppm salt because liquid chlorine was used during 30 day plaster curing period. Can 500 ppm really cause an issue if I am wanting to use and start the salt water system ?Reply
Matthew Posted: 8/14/2018
Hello Jenn - chlorine added during startup is not always required but it does give your salt system a helping hand when starting with new water. Freshwater can be well, untreated water or only lightly chlorinated. This means your salt system is starting from square one to getting your chlorine up to proper levels. When adding shock to aid your salt system, you're giving it momentum from where it can take over chlorine production; instead, of letting it begin from zero and pushing the big chlorine boulder up the hill.Reply
Jenn Posted: 8/9/2018
Steps are very clear. Only question I have is about added chlorine. I am starting a brand new resin above ground pool, I understand the chemicals must be balanced before adding salt. But when actually starting the pool... is it true that I do need to actually add chlorine as well? I thought the salt would be doing that for me once my system runs. Please clarify and thank you for the advice and time!Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 7/13/2017
Chas - See our guide on "How to Add Salt to Your Pool". It should give you the information you are looking for.Reply
Chas Posted: 7/13/2017
I came looking to find out how much salt to add to the pool on startup. Didn't find the answer. It would be nice to have a chart showing how much salt to add during initial startup for the volume of water in the pool, could be a simple line graph or even plot common points on it. Could be just a set of numbers we could interpolate. Anything would help. Back to the pol store.Reply
Judy Reid Posted: 7/6/2019
Please help with instructions on how to salt my 47,000 gallon chlorine pool. Already have hardware in. Pool is green. Do I need to shock it first and get it back clear first?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 7/8/2019
In step 5, we say to shock the pool. Did you read the guide?Reply
Jerry Lows Posted: 6/13/2017
Very good.Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 6/12/2017
Jessica Turner - You are probably all right. Just don't believe any of the salt system readings until the pool chemicals are balanced. Then recalibrate the salt system again as required. Balance the chemicals as soon as you can so that the salt cell is not damaged.Reply
Jessica Turner Posted: 6/10/2017
we just converted our above ground pool to the Hayward aquatrol salt system. We made the mistake of adding the salt before balancing the water. What can we do now?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 4/10/2017
Create & Build - We do not have acid tables. You will have to look at the instructions on the muriatic acid container to determine how much acid to add to your pool. For the salt, here is a link to our guide on "How to Add Salt to Your Pool". Most start-up pools have some salt in them, like 500 ppm. If you are going from 500 to 3500 ppm, you will need to add a little over 626 lbs of salt ( ~ 15.5 40# bags) of for a 25,000-gallon size pool. Check your pool size calculations once more, then add 15 bags of salt. let it dissolve for 25 hours then resample your salt reading. Add another bag if required. Remember, it is much easier to add salt than to remove it.Reply
Create & Build Posted: 4/6/2017
Just built new salt water pool, 26300 gallons. Tested the water for startup and Alkalinity is at 200, ph at 8.5.?, how much muriatic acid do I need to add in order to balance alkalinity and ph level?
?, how many lb. of salt is needed to add for the startup of this pool?
Thanks.
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InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 3/6/2017
salt water AG pool - Yes you can set a salt water above ground pool. Here is a link to above water salt water generators. Be aware thought that if your AG pool structure is steel, those parts will corrode faster with a salt water pool. We do sell resin and aluminum AG pools that resist the salt water better.Reply