Hayward Salt & Swim 3C User manual

Salt & Swim 3C
TM
Owner’s Manual
Model: SAS
Contents
Introduction....................1
Installation.....................2
Operation......................12
Troubleshooting........... 15
Warranty........................21
Hayward Pool Products
620 Division Street, Elizabeth NJ 07207
www.hayward.com
092511 RevA
Chlorine Generator for Inground
Swimming Pools up to 30,000 gallons
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When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety
precautions should always be followed, including the following:
• READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUC-
TIONS
• TOREDUCETHERISKOFDROWNINGFROMHAIRAND
BODY ENTRAPMENT, INSTALLA SUITABLY RATED SUCTION
GUARDTOMATCHTHEMAXIMUMFLOWRATEMARKED.
ATTENTION : LES PRISES DASPIRATION DOIVENT ETRE
EQUIPEESDEGRILLESCONVENANTAUDEBITMAXIMAL
INDIQUE.
• WARNING-Toreducetheriskofinjury,donotpermitchildren
to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all
times.
• WARNING–RiskofElectricShock.Connectonlytoagrounding
type receptacle protected by a ground-fault circuit-interrupter
(GFCI).Contactaqualiedelectricianifyoucannotverifythat
thereceptacleisprotectedbyaGFCI.
• Do not bury cord. Locate cord to minimize abuse from lawn
mowers,hedgetrimmers,andotherequipment.
• WARNING–Toreducetheriskofelectricshock,replacedam-
agedcordimmediately.
• WARNING–Toreducetheriskofelectricshock,donotuse
extension cord to connect unit to electric supply; provide a
properlylocatedoutlet.
• “CAUTION:Toreducetheriskofelectricshock,installatleast
10feet(3meters)horizontallyfromtheinsidewallsofapool
orspa/hottub.Donotuseanextensioncord.”ATTENTION:
MAINTENIR UNE DISTANCE MINIMALE D’UN METRE, MESU-
REEDANSUNPLANHORIZONTAL,ENTRELEBASSINET
LESAPPAREILSETCOMMANDES.
• For Canadian Units: At least two lugs marked “BONDING
LUGS”areprovidedontheexternalsurfaceorontheinsideof
thesupplyterminalboxorcompartment.Toreducetheriskof
electricshock,connectthelocalcommonbonding grid in the
area of the hot tub or spa to these terminals with an insulated
orbarecopperconductornotsmallerthanNo.6AWG.
• SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Introduction
Salt & SwimTM 3C is an automatic chlorine generation system for pool sanitization. It is designed
for inground swimming pools up to 30,000 gallons only. Salt & Swim 3C is NOT to be used
with above ground pools or with inground pools greater than 30,000 gallons.
Salt & Swim 3C requires a low concentration of salt (sodium chloride) in the pool water. It auto-
matically sanitizes your pool by converting the salt into free chlorine which kills bacteria and algae
in the water. Chlorine will revert back to sodium chloride after killing bacteria. These reactions
will continuously recycle virtually eliminating the need to add sanitizing chemicals to your pool.
Salt & Swim 3C can handle the purification needs of most residential swimming pools up to 30,000
gallons (114,000 liters). This unique low cost chlorine generator uses a replaceable electrolytic
Cell (SAS-CELL) that is designed to produce 200lbs of 100% available chlorine over its lifetime.
Note that the actual amount of chlorination required to properly sanitize a pool varies due to bather
load, rainfall, temperature, and the pool's cleanliness.
NOTE: Before installing this product as part of a saline water purification system in a pool or
spa using natural stone for coping or for immediately adjacent patios/decking, a qualified stone
installation specialist should be consulted regarding the appropriate type, installation, sealant (if
any) and maintenance of stone used around a saline pool with electronic chlorine generator in
your particular location and circumstances.
NOTE: The use of dry acid (sodium bisulfate) to adjust pool pH is discouraged especially in arid
regions where pool water is subject to excessive evaporation and is not commonly diluted with
fresh water. Dry acid can cause a buildup of by-products that can damage your chlorinator Cell.
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Installation
Remove power to the pool filter pump before starting this installation. Installation must be performed
in accordance with Local and NEC codes. The Control Box must be mounted a minimum of 10 ft.
horizontal distance (or more, if local codes require) from the pool, within 3ft from a GFCI outlet, and
within 15ft from where the Cell will be installed. Take care to protect the Cell Cap connector pins
while handling the Salt & Swim 3C unit during installation. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Preparing Pool Water
To prepare the pool water for Salt & Swim 3C operation, the pool's chemistry must be balanced and
salt must be added. This must be done BEFORE activating the Salt & Swim 3C. Some adjustments
to your pool chemistry may take several hours, so start the procedure well before you intend to oper-
ate the Salt and Swim.
To prepare your pool water, follow the instructions on the included Pool Chemistry Quick Start Guide
and refer to page 8 of this manual.
Adding Salt: Add salt several hours or, if possible, 1 day prior to operating the Salt & Swim 3C . Take
care not to exceed the recommended salt level. Measure salt 6-8 hours after adding to the pool.
NOTE: If the pool does not have new water, add 1 quart (1 liter) of metal remover and 1 quart (1 liter)
of non-copper based algaecide to the pool, per manufacturer's instructions. This ensures a quick,
troublefree transfer to the Salt & Swim 3C system.
Salt & Swim 3C Installation
Follow the step by step instructions located on the Installation Quick Start Guide. Refer to the following
sections for more detailed information.
FROM
POOL
TO
POOL
Waterproof
GFCI
Outlet
Optional
Vertical
Installation
3 Feet
15 Feet
FILTER
PUMP
2
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Mounting the Salt & Swim 3C Control Box
The Salt & Swim 3C is contained in a raintight enclosure that is suitable for outdoor mounting. The
Control Box must be mounted a minimum of 10 ft. (4 meters) horizontal distance (or more, if local codes
require) from the pool, within 3ft from a GFCI outlet, and within 15ft from where the Cell is installed.
The Control Box is designed to mount vertically on a flat surface with the cables facing downward.
Because the enclosure also acts as a heat sink (disperses heat from inside the box), it is important
not to block the four sides of the Control Box. Do not mount Salt & Swim 3C inside a panel or tightly
enclosed area.
Before securing the Control Box to the intended location, make sure that the power cord will reach the
GFCI outlet and that the Cell cable will reach the location where the Cell Vessel will be installed. Use the
included Mounting Template to position the fasteners to the mounting surface. Refer to the diagram below.
Plumbing
The Cell Vessel is designed to install in either 1½" or 2" PVC pool plumbing. For pools using 1½"
polypipe, you must use a Hayward DIY-POLYPIPE adapter kit. The Cell Vessel must be installed on a
10" run of straight pipe at the end of the return piping just before the water returns to the pool. All
pool equipment should be upstream from the Cell Vessel. It must be located within 15 feet of where
the Control Box is mounted. Also, there must be enough clearance to insert and remove the Cell from
the Vessel after the Vessel is installed.
Screw in top
fasteners leaving
1/8”spacebetween
screw head and surface
Secure Mounting
Template to desired
mounting location and drill
mountingholes.
HangControlBox
on fasteners Screw in bottom
fastenerssecurely.
MOUNTING TEMPLATE
Use the incl uded hardware or you ro wn hardware
(suitablefo ra20lbload) tomounttheCo ntrolBox
to a wall or pos tw ithin 3 feet of a GF CI outlet ,
making su re that the co rd will reac h. Use this
templatetolocateanddrillfastenerholes.
092xxx
Aftermarkingthemounting
surface with this template,
screw in top fasteners leaving
1/8”spacebetween
screw head and surface Hang ControlBox
on fasteners
Screw in bottom fasteners securely
Use to moun t
onfl atsurface
Use to moun t
onfl atsurface
Use to moun t
onp ost
Use to moun t
onp ost
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3
2
4
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With power removed to the pump and water drained from the pool plumbing, secure the Cutting
Template to the location where the Cell Vessel will be installed. Note that the Cutting Template is the
same width as the Cell Vessel. The entire Cutting Template must fit on the pipe otherwise the Cell
Vessel will not fit. With the Cutting Template secure on the pipe, mark all 10 cutouts on to the pipe
using a waterproof permanent marker.
Remove the Template, cut the pipe and install the Nut Assemblies as shown below. Use the included
2” Nut Assembly for 2” pipe and 1½” Nut Assembly for 1½” pipe. Place Nut Assembly on each side
of the cut pipe (threads face in). Be sure to place the Nut, Compression Ring and Collar on the pipe
as shown in the diagram.
FROM
POOL
TO
POOL
FILTER
PUMP
CutPipeHere
CutPipeHere
IndicatingMarks
IndicatingMarks
CUTTINGTEMPLATE
1.SecurelyholdthisCuttingTemplatetothedesiredpipe.TheentirelengthoftheGuide
mustfitinthelocationwherethecellvesselwillbeinstalled.
2.Witha permanentmarker,markthecut,compressionring,andindicatormarkcutout
 o n t o th e p ip e .
3.RemoveCuttingTemplateandcutpipeatbothlocations.
4.SlideNutsontothepipewiththreadsfacingthecutends.
5.SlidetheCompressionRingsoverthemarkingsmadeonthepipe.
6.SlidetheSpacersbetweenthecutendandtheCompressionRings.
7.InserttheCellVesselbetweenthecutendsandslidetheNutstoengagethethreadson
 t he C ell Ve s sel.
8.HandtightenandcontinuetotightenNutsanadditional1/4turnwiththeincludedStrapWrench.
9.ThebackofthetightenedNutsshouldbelocatedontheIndicatingMarks.Ifnot,loosenNuts
andre-positiontheCellVessel.Note:whenproperlyinstalled,thecutpipesdogofully
 i nto th e Ce ll V ess e l.
waterproof
NOT
Markall
10 cutouts
Permanent
Marker
Cut Pipe Here
Cut Pipe Here
Indicating Marks
Indicating Marks
Cut Pipe and
Clean Shavings
MarkPipe
Slide Nuts
on Pipe
Slide Compression
Rings on pipe
Slide Collars
on pipe
1
2
3
4
5
CUTTING TEMPLATE
Securely hold or tape this Cutting Template to the desired
CellVesselinst allationlocation.Useawaterproof perm anent
marker tomar kt hepip e. Whenfini shed, ther esho uldbe12mar ks
onthepip e.Followp rocedureso ntheIn stallation QuickStar tGuide
tocompleteVesselinstallation.
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Position the Vessel in a manner where the Cell can be easily inserted and removed. Secure the
Vessel to the cut pipe by tightening the Nuts as shown below. Handtighten the Nuts to stop, then
continue 1/4 turn more using the included strap wrench. If the Inspection marks can be seen, the
pipe has not been inserted far enough into the Cell Vessel.
Remove the foam protector from the SAS-CELL. Fully cover Cell pins with supplied grease. Verify
that the O-ring is attached to the Cell before inserting the Cell into the Cell Vessel as shown.
IMPORTANT:
Inspection
Marksshould
not be visible
Verify that both Cell
Vesselgasketsareinplace
Insert Cell
Vessel and
hand tighten
Nuts
6
7
Use the included strap wrench
to tighten an additional 1/4 turn
If so, loosen
Nuts and slide
the pipes further
into the Cell
Vessel and
re-tighten
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Connect and Fasten Cell Cap
Slip the Cell Cap through the Retaining Nut as shown below. Plug the Cell Cap into the Cell and
secure with the Retaining Nut. Run pump for 5 minutes and check for leaks.
Bonding
Pool bonding or "equipotential bonding" ensures that all pool components around the pool are at
the same electrical potential. If bonding is required at your location (see Local and NEC codes), a
bonding lug is provided at the bottom of the Salt & Swim 3C enclosure. Run an eight gauge (8 AWG)
solid copper wire from the bonding lug to your pool's existing bonding loop.
Cell Cap
Retaining Nut
to Pool Bonding loop
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Flow Switch Calibration Procedure
IMPORTANT: Before going any further, the pool water must be balanced and salt must be added to
your pool. If this has not already been done, refer to the included Chemistry Quick Start Guide as well
as the "Water Chemistry" section of this manual for information on how to prepare your pool water for
Salt & Swim 3C operation.
At start-up, or when a new Cell is installed, Salt & Swim 3C will run a Flow Switch Calibration procedure
to ensure that the Cell's flow switch is properly initialized. This will occur just once when a new Cell is
installed. After the flow switch is initialized, the Salt & Swim 3C will not perform this procedure again
until the Cell is replaced. The Flow Switch Calibration procedure will require the user to cycle the
pump on and off. Follow the instructions below:
1. Turn the filter pump OFF.
2. Plug the Salt & Swim 3C's linecord into a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) safety outlet or
an outlet protected by a ground fault circuit breaker (GFCB). Follow Local and National codes.
After being powered on for the first time, the Salt & Swim 3C will run a diagnostic routine which
can take up to 30 seconds. During this time, various LEDs will turn on and off. When finished,
the Salt & Swim 3C will display a blinking INADEQUATE WATER FLOW LED and a solid STANDING
BY LED. Keep the Salt & Swim 3C powered for the remainder of this procedure and go to Step
3.
3. Turn the filter pump ON. Make sure that full flow is achieved (no air in the system) and run the
pump for at least 15 seconds.
4. Turn the filter pump OFF.
5. Salt & Swim 3C should now display a solid INADEQUATE WATER FLOW and a solid STANDING BY
LED. The Flow Switch Calibration procedure is complete. You can now turn on your filter pump
and begin normal operation.
If the INADEQUATE WATER FLOW LED is still blinking after performing this procedure, refer to the
Troubleshooting section of this manual.
GFCI
OUTLET
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Water Chemistry
The table below summarizes the levels that are recommended by The Association of Pool and Spa
Professionals (APSP). It is important to maintain these levels in order to prevent corrosion or scal-
ing and to ensure maximum performance from your Salt & Swim 3C chlorine generator. Have your
water tested or use pool water test strips and refer to the Chemistry Quick Start Guide information
on testing and adjusting your pool's water chemistry. Your Authorized Salt & Swim 3C Dealer or most
pool stores can provide you with the chemicals and procedures to adjust the water chemistry as well.
Note that pool water emanating from wells and municipal water supplies, along with the introduction
of environmental contaminants, can contain chemistries that are deleterious to the life expectancy
of the Cell.
Saturation index
The saturation index (Si) relates to the calcium and alkalinity in the water and is an indicator of the
pool water "balance". Your water is properly balanced if the Si is 0 ±.2. If the Si is below -0.2, the
water is corrosive and plaster pool walls will be dissolved into the water. If the Si is above +0.2,
scaling and staining will occur. Use the chart below to determine the saturation index.
ºC ºF Ti Calcuim
Hardness
Ci
Total
Alkalinity
Ai
53
60
66
76
84
94
103
12
16
19
24
29
34
39
.3
.4
.5
.6
.7
.8
.9
How to use: MeasurepoolpH,temperature,calciumhardness,
andtotalalkalinity.UsethechartabovetodetermineTi,Ci,and
Aifromyourmeasurements.InsertvaluesofpH,Ti,CiandAi
into the above equation.  If Si equals .2 or more, scaling and
stainingmayoccur.IfSiequals-.2orlesscorrosionorirritation
mayoccur.
Si = pH + Ti + Ci + Ai - 12.1
-.2 0.2
CORROSIVE SCALING
75 75
100 100
125 125
150 150
200 200
250 250
300 300
400 400
600 600
800 800
1.5 1.9
1.6 2.0
1.7 2.1
1.8 2.2
1.9 2.3
2.0 2.4
2.1 2.5
2.2 2.6
2.4 2.8
2.5 2.9
OK
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Salt Level
Use the chart on page 10 to determine how much salt in pounds or (Kgs) need to be added to reach
the recommended levels. Use the equations below (measurements are in feet/gallons and meters/
liters) if pool size is unknown.
The recommended salt level is between 2700-3400 ppm (parts per million) with 3200 ppm being
ideal. If the level is low, determine the number of gallons in the pool and add salt according to the
chart on page 10. A low salt level will reduce the efficiency of the Salt & Swim 3C and result in low
chlorine production. A high salt level can cause the Salt & Swim 3C to shutdown and may begin to
give a salty taste to your pool (generally, the salt will begin to be tasted at a level of about 3500-4000
ppm). The salt in your pool is constantly recycled and the loss of salt throughout the swimming season
should be small. This loss is due primarily to the addition of water because of splashing, backwashing,
or draining (because of rain). Salt is not lost due to evaporation.
Type of Salt to Use
It is important to use only sodium chloride (NaCl) salt that is greater than 99% pure. This is common
food quality or water softener salt and is usually available in 40-80 lb. bags labeled "Coarse Solar
Salt" or "Pool Salt". It is also acceptable to use water conditioning salt pellets, however, it will take
longer for them to dissolve. Do not use rock salt, salt with yellow prussiate of soda, salt with anti-
caking additives, or iodized salt.
How to Add or Remove Salt
For new plaster pools, wait 10-30 days (check with you local pool professional) before adding salt
to allow the plaster to cure. Turn the circulating pump on and add salt directly into the pool. Brush
the salt around to speed up the dissolving process--do not allow salt to pile up on the bottom of the
pool. Run the filter pump for 24 hours with the suction coming from the main drain (use pool vac if
there is no main drain) to allow the salt to evenly disperse throughout the pool.
The only way to lower the salt concentration is to partially drain the pool and refill with fresh water.
Always check stabilizer (cyanuric acid), when checking salt. These levels will most likely decline
together. Use the chart on page 11 to determine how much stabilizer must be added to raise the
level to 50 ppm.
Gallons Liters
(poolsizeinfeet) (poolsizeinmeters)
Rectangular
Round
Oval
Diameter x Diameter x
AverageDepthx5.9
Length x Width x
AverageDepthx6.7
Length x Width x
AverageDepthx7.5
Diameter x Diameter x
Average Depth x 785
Length x Width x
Average Depth x 893
Length x Width x
Average Depth x 1000
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Gallons and (Liters) of Pool Water
12,000 14,000 16,000 18,000 20,000 22,000 24,000 25,000
Current salt
level
(45000) (52,500) (60,000) (67,500) (75,000) (82,500) (90,000) (93,500)
ppm
0320
(145)
373
(170)
427
(194)
480
(218) (242)
587
(267)
640
(291)
666
(303)
200 300
(136)
350
(159)
400
(182)
450
(205)
500
(227)
550
(250)
600
(273)
625
(284)
400 280
(127)
327
(148)
373
(170)
420
(191)
467
(212)
513
(233)
560
(255)
583
(267)
600 260
(118)
303
(138)
347
(158)
390
(177)
433
(197)
477
(217)
520
(236)
544
(246)
800 240
(109)
280
(127)
320
(145)
360
(164)
400
(182)
440
(200)
480
(218)
500
(227)
1000 220
(100)
257
(117)
293
(133)
330
(150)
367
(167)
403
(183)
440
(200)
459
(209)
1200 200
(91)
233
(106)
267
(121)
300
(136)
333
(152)
367
(167)
400
(182)
417
(190)
1400 180
(82)
210
(95)
240
(109)
270
(123)
300
(136)
330
(150)
360
(164)
375
(171)
1600 160
(73)
187
(85)
213
(97)
240
(109)
267
(121)
293
(133)
320
(145)
334
(152)
1800 140
(64)
163
(74)
187
(85)
210
(95)
233
(106)
257
(117)
280
(127)
292
(133)
2000 120
100
80
60
20
40
(55)
(45)
(36)
(27)
(9)
(18)
140
117
23
47
(64)
(53)
(11)
(21)
160
133
27
53
(73)
(61)
(12)
(24)
180
150
30
60
(82)
(68)
(14)
(27)
200
167
33
67
(91)
(76)
(15)
(30)
220
183
37
73
(100)
(83)
(17)
(33)
240
200
40
80
(109)
(91)
(18)
(36)
83
(114)
(95)
(19)
(37)
(32)
80
(36)
90
(41)
100
(45)
110
(50)
120
(55)
125
(57)
93
(42)
107
(48)
120
(55)
133
(61)
147
(67)
160
(73)
166
(76)
2200
3000
2800
2400
3200
Ideal Ideal Ideal Ideal Ideal Ideal Ideal Ideal
2600
3400
OK
OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK
POUNDS and (Kg) of SALT NEEDED FOR 3200PPM
3600+
Dilute Dilute Dilute Dilute Dilute Dilute Dilute Dilute
10,000
8,000
(37,500)
213 267
(97) (121)
200 250
(91) (114)
187 233
(85) (106)
173 217
(79) (98)
160 200
(73) (91)
147 183
(67) (83)
133 167
(61) (76)
120 150
(55) (68)
107 133
(48) (61)
93 117
(42) (53)
80 100
67 83
53 67
40 50
13 17
27 33
(36) (45)
(30) (38)
(24) (30)
(18) (23)
(6) (8)
(12) (15)
Ideal Ideal
Dilute Dilute
(30,000)
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Operation
Controls
The main controls and indicators are shown below.
IlluminateswhenCellhasreachedtheendofitsexpectedlife.
When this LED indicator is illuminated, there is a problem with
theunit.RefertotheTroubleshootingsectionofthismanual.
Illuminates when unit is waiting for the filter pump to turn on or
is in-between generating cycles as part of normal operation to
maintainselected .DAILYCHLORINEOUTPUT
Illuminateswhenunitisactivelygeneratingchlorine.
IlluminateswhenunitisSUPERCHLORINATING.
Illuminates when there is no flow or low flow through the
Cell.Thepoolfilterpumpcouldbeinits“off”cycle.Ifthis
is not the case, refer to the Troubleshooting section in
thismanual.
BlinkswhenperformingtheFlowSwitchCalibration
procedure.
When you have an abnormally high bather load, a large
amount of rain, a cloudy water condition, or any other
condition which requires a large amount of purification to
beintroduced,pressthe button.
Thiselectronically“superchlorinates”(boostschlorine
generationoutput)thewaterfor24hours(filterpumpmust
beonduringthistime).Tocancel ,pres
buttonagain.
SUPERCHLORINATING
super chlorinating s
theSUPERCHLORINATING
Press(+)and(-)toincreaseordecreasethechlorine
generation.TheDAILYCHLORINEOUTPUTLEDs
above these buttons will indicate the relative amount of
chlorinebeinggenerated.
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Operation
Salt & Swim 3C does not have an ON/OFF switch . The unit is designed to be plugged into a GFCI
rated outlet at all times. There should be no need to remove power from the Salt & Swim 3C unless
pool components are being serviced or the pool will be closed.
When power is first applied to the Salt & Swim 3C, an initialization routine will run for approximately
30 seconds. During this time, various LEDs will illuminate. This is perfectly normal and does not
require any input from the user. When the routine is finished, the Salt and & Swim will begin
normal operation.
If the water chemical levels are in the recommended range, there are three factors that you can
control which directly contribute to the amount of chlorine the Salt & Swim 3C will generate:
1. filter time each day (hours)
2. the DAILY CHLORINE OUTPUT setting
3. the amount of salt in the pool
The filter pump timer should be set so that all of the water in the pool passes through the filter at
least once each day. For pools with high chlorine demand, the timer may have to be set longer to
generate enough chlorine.
Daily Chlorine Output Setting
You can adjust the amount of chlorine that is generated using the "+" and "-" button on the Salt
& Swim 3C unit. The DAILY CHLORINE OUTPUT LEDs will display the current setting. Push "+" to
increase and "-" to decrease the current setting. Each DAILY CHLORINE OUTPUT LED represents
6 minutes of chlorine generation out of 1 hour. For example, if 5 LEDs are illuminated, the Salt &
Swim 3C unit will generate chlorine for 5 x 6 = 30 minutes out of every hour of operation. During
this time, the GENERATING CHLORINE LED will be lit. The unit will be idle for the remaining 30
minutes at which time the GENERATING CHLORINE LED will turn off and the STANDING BY LED
will illuminate.
To find the optimum setting, start the operation with 5 DAILY CHLORINE OUTPUT LEDs illuminated.
Test the chlorine level every few days and adjust up or down accordingly. It usually takes 2-3
adjustments to find the ideal setting for your pool and after that, it should only take minor, infrequent
adjustments. Because the chlorine demand of the pool increases with temperature, most people
find they have to adjust up at the peak of the summer and down during colder periods. Salt & Swim
3C automatically scales back to 12 minutes of output per hour (if set higher than 12 minutes) when
the pool water is 50º - 60ºF. This protects the unit as well as prevents possible over-chlorination.
Salt & Swim 3C stops generating when the pool water temperature drops below 50ºF. This is usu-
ally not a problem because bacteria and algae stop growing at this temperature. You can override
these automatic low temperature operations by switching to SUPER CHLORINATE for a day.
NOTE: After the ideal DAILY CHLORINE OUTPUT setting has been found, you may need to raise the
setting when the pool water temperature increases significantly, when there is higher than normal
bather load or when the Salt & Swim 3C Cell ages. You may need to lower the setting when the
pool water temperature decreases significantly or there are long periods of inactivity.
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Prevent over-chlorination during cold weather: Check chlorine levels periodically. Most pools
require less chlorine during cold weather and the DAILY CHLORINE OUTPUT should be lowered
accordingly.
Maintaining the Salt & Swim 3C System
The replaceable Cell uses the same electronic self cleaning technology as the popular Hay-
ward Turbo Cell. In most cases this self cleaning action will keep the Cell working at optimum
efficiency. In areas where water is hard (high mineral content) and in pools where the water
chemistry has been allowed to get "out of balance," the Cell may require periodic cleaning.
Servicing and Cleaning the Salt & Swim 3C Cell
Unplug Salt & Swim 3C from the GFCI outlet and remove power from the pump before attempt-
ing to remove the Cell. Unplug the Cell cord from the Cell. Remove the Cell from the Vessel
by unscrewing the Retaining Nut and gently pulling the Cell out of Vessel. Once removed, look
inside the Cell and inspect for scale formation (light colored crusty or flaky deposits) on the
plates and for any debris which has passed through the filter and caught on the plates. If no
deposits are visible, reinstall. If deposits are seen, use a high pressure garden hose and try to
flush the scale off. If this is not successful, use a plastic or wood tool (do not use metal as this
will scratch the coating off the plates) and scrape deposits off of plates. Note that a buildup on
the Cell indicates that there is an unusually high calcium level in the pool (old pool water is usu-
ally the cause). If this is not corrected, you may have to periodically clean the Cell. The simplest
way to avoid this is to bring the pool chemistry to the recommended levels as specified.
Mild Acid Washing: Use only in severe cases where flushing and scraping will not remove the
majority of deposits. To acid wash, mix a 4:1 solution of water to muriatic acid (one gallon of
water to one quart of muriatic acid) in a clean plastic container, . ALWAYS ADD ACID TO WATER
- NEVER ADD WATER TO ACID. Be sure to wear rubber gloves and appropriate eye protection.
Place the Cell in the container. The solution should reach the top of the Cell so that the cylindri-
cal electronics compartment is not submerged. Soak the Cell for a few minutes and then rinse
with a high pressure garden hose. If any deposits are still visible, repeat soaking and rinsing.
Replace Cell and inspect again periodically.
Winterizing
The Salt & Swim 3C's replaceable Cell will be damaged by freezing water just as your pool
plumbing would. In areas of the country which experience severe or extended periods of freez-
ing temperatures, be sure to drain all water from the pump, filter, and supply and return lines
before any freezing conditions occur. The Control Box and plumbed in Cell Vessel are capable of
withstanding any winter weather and should not be removed.
Spring Start-up
DO NOT turn Salt & Swim 3C on until the pool water chemistry has been brought to the proper
levels. This information can be found on page 8.
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Troubleshooting
Visit www.hayward.com or call 855-429-9274 for helpful information on operation, maintenance
and troubleshooting your Salt & Swim 3C Electronic Chlorine Generator.
Common Problems and Solutions
The Salt & Swim 3C's various LEDs show the operation status as well as alert the user to any
problems that may have occurred. Some indications may require a combination of LEDs to il-
luminate. To aid in interpreting these indications, Hayward has created an interactive tool located
at www.hayward.com. Use this tool and the information below to identify and correct problems
that may arise.
1. Possible causes of little or no free chlorine residual
- DAILY CHLORINE OUTPUT adjustment setting is too low
- Low stabilizer (Cyanuric Acid)
- Filter pump time too short (8 hours for average size pools, more for large pools)
- Salt level too low (below 2400 ppm)
- Salt level too high
- Very warm pools increase chlorine demand--increase Output %, or filter run time
- Cold water below 50ºF causes Salt & Swim 3C to stop generating
- Cold water between 50ºF - 60ºF causes Salt & Swim 3C to reduce output regardless of
DAILY CHLORINE OUTPUT setting
- Excessive scaling on Cell.
- High level of Nitrogen in pool water.
- "Yellow Out" or similar treatment recently used. Some yellow algae treatments will use
chlorine at a very high rate and deplete the residual free chlorine. Manually shock the pool
if indicated in the directions on the algae treatment. It still may be a matter of days before
the pool returns to "normal" and chlorine tests will show the desired 1-3ppm free chlorine
reading.
2. LEDs not on
Depending on current conditions, there should always be at least one LED illuminated when the
Salt & Swim 3C is powered. If no LEDs are on, check to make sure that the linecord is plugged
in and that the GFCI outlet is powered. If no power is detected, the GFCI may have to be reset.
3. STANDING BY LED blinking
The Salt & Swim 3C has shut down because the temperature of the pool/spa water is too high
(120ºF) or too low (50ºF). The system will not resume operation until the water temperature
returns to normal. Note: This condition can sometimes happen if the pool/spa temperature is
already high and the heater is running. The temperature coming out of the heater and into the
Cell could possibly be high enough to shut down the Salt & Swim 3C.
4. INADEQUATE WATER FLOW LED illuminated
Salt & Swim 3C has sensed a low flow or no flow condition and has stopped generating chlorine.
- Verify that the filter pump is running and there are no obstructions or restrictions in the pool
plumbing.
- Backwash the pool filter.
- Increase the speed of your variable speed pump
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If the condition persists, remove the Cell from the Vessel and check that the flow switch is
free to move in both directions. Refer to the diagram below.
5. CELL LIFE LOW LED illuminated
The Cell has reached the end of its life. Replace as soon as possible
6. PROBLEM DETECTED LED illuminated AND MAX LED blinking
There is a communication error with the Cell. Check that the Cell cap is properly plugged in
and that the wire to the Control Box is not cut or damaged.
7. PROBLEM DETECTED LED illuminated AND MIN LED blinking
- The salt level may be too low. Adjust salt to recommended levels.
- Remove and inspect the Cell for scale. If the Cell is scaled, follow the directions on
page 14 for Cell cleaning.
8. PROBLEM DETECTED LED illuminated AND a DAILY CHLORINE OUTPUT LED
is blinking
Salt & Swim 3C may display an error by illuminating the PROBLEM DETECTED LED and
blinking one of the DAILY CHLORINE OUTPUT LEDs. There are ten DAILY CHLORINE OUT-
PUT LEDs that each indicate a different error. These LEDs are labeled with a number on
the diagram below. Refer to the table for their corresponding errors.
Flow Switch
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1.RecyclepowertotheSalt&Swimbyunpluggingthelinecordfortwominutes
2.InspecttheCell.Ifdirty,followtheCellcleaningprocedure.
3.Checkthesaltlevelinthepoolandverifythesaltlevelisgreaterthan
2600ppmbutalsolessthan3400ppm.
4.InspecttheCellVesselandverifytheCellplatesarefullycoveredbymoving
water.
5.ContactHaywardTechnicalService.
andthenpluggingitbackin.
1.RecyclepowertotheSalt&Swimbyunpluggingthelinecordfortwominutes
2.InspecttheCell.Ifdirty,followtheCellcleaningprocedure.
3.Inspectthe andverifythecellplatesarefullycoveredbymoving
water.
5.ContactHaywardTechnicalService.
4
andthenpluggingitbackin.
Cell Vessel
.Inspectthecablethatconnectsthecelltothesystem.Makesurethecableis
secureandundamaged.
1.RecyclepowertotheSalt&Swimbyunpluggingthelinecordfortwominutes
andthenpluggingitbackin.
2.ContactHaywardTechnicalService.
1.RecyclepowertotheSalt&Swimbyunpluggingthelinecordfortwominutes
andthenpluggingitbackin.
2.ContactHaywardTechnicalService.
1.RecyclepowertotheSalt&Swimbyunpluggingthelinecordfortwominutes
andthenpluggingitbackin.
2.ContactHaywardTechnicalService.
1.RecyclepowertotheSalt&Swimbyunpluggingthelinecordfortwominutes
andthenpluggingitbackin.
2.Perform“FlowSwitchCalibration”procedure.
2.ContactHaywardTechnicalService.
1.RecyclepowertotheSalt&Swimbyunpluggingthelinecordfortwominutes
andthenpluggingitbackin.
2.Checkthatthepooltemperaturedoesismorethan50ºFandlessthan104ºF.
2.ContactHaywardTechnicalService.
1.RecyclepowertotheSalt&Swimbyunpluggingthelinecordfortwominutes
andthenpluggingitbackin.
2.Inspectthecablethatconnectsthecelltothesystem.Makesurethecableis
secureandundamaged.
3.ContactHaywardTechnicalService.
1.RecyclepowertotheSalt&Swimbyunpluggingthelinecordfortwominutes
andthenpluggingitbackin.
2.VerifythattheSalt&Swimisreceiving120VACinput.
3.ContactHaywardTechnicalService.
LED
BLINKING POSSIBLE ACTIONS
MIN LED
or
LED 2
LED 5
or
LED6
LED 3
LED 4
LED 7
LED 9
MAXLED
Inadequate
Water Flow
Standing By
LED 8
1.RecyclepowertotheSalt&Swimbyunpluggingthelinecordfortwominutes
andthenpluggingitbackin.
3.InspecttheCellVesselandverifythecellplatesarefullycoveredbymoving
water.
4.ContactHaywardTechnicalService.
2.Checkthatthesaltlevelinthepoolisnogreaterthan3400ppmand/orthe
temperaturedoesnotexceed104F.
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