Poolmaid Salt Chlorinator User manual

Salt Chlorinator
Chlorinateur à sel
Salzchlorinator
Cloratore Salino
Clorinador a Sal
Clorinador do Sal
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piscina

2.
English Instructions 3
Instructions Françaises 21
Deutsche Anweisungen 39
Istruzioni Italiane 57
Instrucciones Españolas 75
Instruções Portuguesas 93

3.
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Poolmaid Salt Chlorinator.
You have made an excellent decision by acquiring your Poolmaid Salt
Chlorinator, it will make your life easier, saving you time and money. If you look
after the Salt Chlorinator and use it correctly, it promises to do the same for your
pool.
The Poolmaid Salt Chlorinator is really special. It has been designed with leading
edge technology. Not only is it small and compact, but highly efficient and user
friendly too.
It is also innovative in design and easy to clean, economical and saves you
money. Salt chlorinators have become the global trend and we are proud to say
that the Poolmaid Salt Chlorinator competes with the best!
Install your Poolmaid Salt Chlorinator by following the instructions carefully to
ensure that the Poolmaid Salt Chlorinator performs optimally.
If a gunnite pool has been
newly built, and marbelite
has been applied, ensure that
you wait four weeks before
installing the Poolmaid Salt
Chlorinator. Granular chlorine
must be used in the interim.
Other Poolmaid products
include: Filters, Automatic
Pool Cleaners, Blow-Moulded
Hoses and 12 Volt Colour
Mixer Pool Lights.
English Instructions

4.
Contents
Section Content Page
1. The Poolmaid Salt Chlorinator 5
2. How the system works 6
3. Installation of the Salt Chlorinator cell 6
4. Electrical Assembly 9
5. Water Chemistry 11
6. Calculating and adding the required salt 12
7. Operating the chlorinator 12
8. Cell Maintenance 14
9. Delux Models 15
10. Trouble-Shooting Table 17
11. Technical specifications 19

5.
1. The Poolmaid Salt Chlorinator
Chlorinator Cell Assembly Power Supply Controller
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
Cell cover
Ring nut
Gas sensor pin
Anode terminal
(Red)
Cathode terminal
Electrode holder
Electrode
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
O-ring
Cell inlet and
outlet (50mm or
2 inch imperial
adaptable elbows
supplied with
unit)
Cell housing
8.
9.
10.
Control knob
Power supply
controller
Connector
plug - from
cell
1 2V/1 8V
A.
B.
C.
D.
Power input
cable
Connector
plug - to
transformer
10 Amp Fuse
E.
F.
Chlorinator Cell Assembly Power Supply Controller
Please note: larger elbows are available for the USA.

6.
Important Safety Instructions:
When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
Read and follow all instructions
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 circulation-interrupter (GFCI). Contact a qualified
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 risk of electric shock, replace the damaged cord immediately.
WARNING - To reduce risk of electric shock, do not use extension cord to connect
unit to electric supply; provide a properly located outlet.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Caution:
Natural rock or water features in contact with salt water can cause a white stain
(salt crystalisation).
Please do not use any salt with additives such as iodine. Please ensure that if
you have a ladder, it is of high-grade stainless steel.
2. How the system works
This innovative and inexpensive system produces your required chlorine from
ordinary salt.
Through the process of electrolysis, the chlorinator separates the elements of salt,
chlorine and sodium, in the pool water.
The chlorine is immediately absorbed, thereby destroying bacteria, algae and
sanitising the pool.
3. Installation of the Salt Chlorinator cell
The complete installation must be approved by a certified electrician before it is
connected to the mains.
Please ensure steps are followed in sequential order
If you have ANY questions, please phone or contact your supplier/dealer.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
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7.
STEP 1
Before installation, check the
following:
The cell must be installed
in the return line to the
pool.
If any additional
equipment is used i.e.
pool heaters etc. the cell
must be installed as the
last unit in the return line.
The cell must be installed
horizontally with the blue
electrode holder (6) facing
upward
The ninety-degree elbows
must be fitted facing
downward in both the
inlet (10) and outlet (10)
of the chlorinator. These
elbows are included in the
chlorinator kit.
* IMPORTANT SAFETY
FEATURE - The elbows
function as a gas trap
Installed Poolmaid
Chlorinator
Note: It is advisable to mount the
cell higher than the water level
of the pool. Flooding may result
when opening a cell mounted
below the water level.
If the pump is more than 1.5Hp
1.2Kw, we recommend fitting the
cell in a by-pass and not in the
a.
b.
c.
d.
Multi-
port
valve
Pump
Cell
cover
Elbow
Return
to pool
Return
Suggested positioning of the cell

8.
return line. Warranty will be null
and void if a bypass is not fitted
with pumps more than 1.5Hp
1.2Kw
STEP 2
Ensure that the pool pump
has been switched off.
Turn the multi-port valve to
the closed position.
STEP 3
If the pool pump is below
the water level of the pool,
block the return outlet in
the pool.
This is done by
unscrewing the nozzle
on the outlet and placing
a plastic bag over
the opening and then
replacing the nozzle
STEP 4
When having planned
where to fit the chlorinator
in the return line, cut
the pipe and using
combinations of elbows,
9O° bends and pipe.
Assemble the whole
installation without gluing
at first, to ensure that the
assembly fits together.
Use PVC pressure cement
a.
b.
a.
b.
a.
b.
Cell
Poolmaid
Elbows
By-pass
Pump Pool
50mm
PVC pipe
Poolmaid
elbow Cell out-
let (10)
Ring nut
Pool-
maid
elbow
Cell inlet (10)
The “Poolmaid Elbows” are supplied in the box.•
Typical poolmaid salt chlorinator
installation
Return Line
Cell housing
(8)

9.
50mm
or 2 inch
PVC pipe
Pipe
Clip
Mounting bracket
Back plate
of power
supply
controller
and follow the instructions
to glue the pieces
together.
Do this one at a time
exactly as they were fitted
together.
To speed up drying and
to prevent the clear cell
housing (9) from turning
milky, do not fit the
electrode holder (6) until
the glue has dried
(NB: only PVC pipe and
fittings can be glued)
STEP 5
After the glue has dried,
fit the electrode holder (6)
with O-ring seal in place
and hand-tighten the ring
nut (2).
Do not over-tighten (check
for leaks).
Remove the plastic bag
from the outlet.
Turn multi-port valve to
filter.
Start the pump and check
for leaks.
4. Electrical Assembly
* It is recommended that
a registered electrician
CONNECTS the transformer and
a.
a.
b.
c.
Pipe Clip
Mounting options

10.
power supply controller.
STEP 1
Use mounting brackets
provided to fix power
supply controller in upright
position.
The power supply
controller and transformer
should always be installed
in a sheltered position ie.
filter housing etc. Must be
away from possible water
splashing e.g. pump lid or
other sources. Never lay
power supply controller or
the transformer flat on the
ground.
STEP 2
* It is recommended that
a registered electrician
CONNECTS the transformer.
Connect the 12/18 Volt cable to
the 12/18 Volt transformer supplied
with chlorinator.
Ensure that transformer
input and output wires face
downward not sideward or
upward. The transformer
must be connected to
a continuous supply
and not be switched via
pump timer (mono units).
Self-cleaning units can
be connected by the
timer
a.
b.
a.
Wall or pipe mount-
ing bracket for Power
Controller
Pipe Clip held in posi-
tion with PVC Cement
Power supply
controller
Cell
cable
12V/18V power
supply controller
cable
Transformer
12V/18V
Transformer cover

11.
5. Water Chemistry
Salt Concentration 5 000 ppm (0.5%)
pH 7.2 to 7.6 Gunnite Pools / 7 to 7.4 Vinyl Pools
Chlorine Stabiliser (cyanuric acid) 80 to 90 ppm
Total hardness Less than 400 ppm
Total alkalinity 80 to 120 ppm
Ideal chlorine reading 0.6 - 1ppm
Cell Cover
(must be used
to protect the
cell)
Cell housing
THE BOLD READINGS ARE THE
MOST IMPORTANT
All cells (Mono or Self-Cleaning)
should be inspected once
a month for scale build-up,
especially with borehole or hard
water. If build-up exists, clean cell
as described in this manual
NB: The pH should be kept
between 7.2 & 7.6 for concrete
and 7 & 7.4 for vinyl pools
(fibreglass pools).
It should be measured every two
weeks. If the pH is above or below
this reading, the pool can get
murky or green, even if the Salt
Chlorinator functioning correctly.
Please ensure only hydrochloric
VERY IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
acid and not dry acid or sulphuric acid is used.
Most commercially available pool test kits can be used to check water chemistry in salt
water pools.
Please Note:
Although your Poolmaid Salt Chlorinator should take care of your pool’s chlorine
requirements, regarding water sanitation, it is vitally important to maintain balanced water
chemistry, similar to the use of dry chlorine.
The chlorinator cannot function properly if the water chemistry is incorrect.

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6. Calculating and adding the required salt
Without the correct salt level, your Salt Chlorinator will not function optimally.
To calculate the initial amount of salt required, follow step 1a and b.
Topping up, to replace salt lost by splashing and backwashing, one
50kg bag is usually sufficient.
STEP 1
Calculating the size of the pool - the size of the pool is approximately the length in
metres (yards) multiplied by the width in metres (yards) multiplied by the average
depth in metres (yards). This calculation gives you an approx. volume in cubic
metres (1 cubic metre equals 1000 litres) or cubic yards . The cubic metres are then
multiplied by 5 to give you the number of kilos of salt that must be added to your pool
water. Alternatively cubic yards are multiplied by 11 to give you the number of pounds
of salt that must be added to your pool water.
Example: 5m x 8m x 1.5m average depth equals 5 x 8 x 1 .5 = 60 cubic metres.
Therefore 60 multiplied by 5 = 300 kilos of salt.
STEP 2
Adding of salt is as easy as placing the unopened woven bags of salt on the steps of
the pool. If the bags are made of plastic, cut small holes into the bag to allow the salt
to dissipate into the pool water. Within a few hours the salt is dissolved and the empty
bags can be removed from the pool. (Place a piece of plastic under the bags to avoid
staining of the steps).
Note: When using a SALT CHLORINATOR, it does not have to be switched off when
adding salt.
Higher than normal salt concentration does not cause damage to the chlorinator (It
self-protects against incorrect salt levels).
Lower than normal salt will severely shorten the life span of the electrode.
7. Operating the chlorinator
Once the cell has been installed, all the necessary electrical connections have been made
and the salt has been added, the chlorinator is ready to operate. As soon as there is
a.
b.
a.

13.
water flowing through the cell and
the 12/18 Volt power has been
switched on, the salt chlorinator
will automatically start to work.
Start the chlorinator on “position
5” and later correct to the required
chlorine output level. Ideal .06 - 1
ppm refer to chlorine test kit.
Important: Gunnite pools or where
Marbalite has been
applied must be started
up with chemicals
first, add no salt for
approximately 4 weeks
before switching over to
the Salt Chlorinator
If you have added more than
100kg of salt and the “add salt”
light is still burning after 24
hours, this is an indication that
the electrode is worn
STEP 1
Checking the salt level
To check if the unit is functioning
correctly and if the water contains
enough salt with the pool pump
running, turn the output selector
to 5 (salt check). The “salt OK”
light should be the only one lit.
If not, please refer to the fault-
finding table. When the water
temperature drops below 15oC
(59oF), then the “salt check” is
not as accurate.
In this case test the pool water
with a salt tester.
To extend the life of the electrode,
turn the output selector to
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Control panel for the export model
Check salt and pH levels monthly.
Sufficient salt
indicator
Add salt indicator
Cell off
Chlorine output
indicator

14.
position 1 at 15°C (59°F)
8. Cell Maintenance
If water temperature is below 12°C (52°F), switch off the Salt Chlorinator to protect the cell.
Note: This section can also be applicable if you have a Poolmaid Automatic Supreme
Self-Cleaning Salt Chlorinator, especially if you have very hard or borehole
water
In order to ensure the optimal functioning of the chlorinator, the cell needs to be cleaned
periodically at least once a month.
Recommended cleaning procedure
STEP 1
Cleaning of the cell
Should the cell need cleaning, switch off the pool pump and chlorinator.
STEP 2
Remove cell cover (1)
Unscrew ring nut (2)
STEP 3
Remove electrode holder (6). (Cell cable can be disconnected from power supply
controller).
Note: The black anode plates remain free of any build-up and will never have to be
cleaned. Take extreme care not to scratch or damage the black plates. Damage
to the anodes as a result of cleaning is not covered by the warranty.
Build-up may occur on self-cleaning cells with borehole or very hard water.
Follow the cleaning method below.
Mono Cleaning Method
Warning: this method of cleaning the electrodes by using a diluted acid solution may
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a.
b.
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15.
be dangerous, therefore
please ensure that the relevant
precautions are taken, as you
would normally do when using
pool acid. Please ensure that only
HYDROCHLORIC (Pool) acid is
used (NB: add acid to water and
NEVER water to acid).
Use an acid to water mix of 1 part
acid to 9 parts water in a suitable
container. Cell cover can be
used for cleaning cell. First pour
water to the water mark, (the lower
and shorter line is the water level
mark), then top up to acid mark
with hydrochloric acid, (the top
and longer line is the hydrochloric
acid level mark).
(Take care not to spill acid on
electrical wire connections).
Remove cell cover
(1) and electrode holder (6). Soak
the plates in the solution for 20
minutes max. Rinse under running
water. This should ensure that
all scale build-up is removed,
reassemble and run the unit as
usual. Please wash and dry cell
cover after use.
9. Delux Models
The Delux Models of Poolmaid
Salt Chlorinators have enhanced
features that put them on the
forefront of Salt Chlorinator
technology.
Installation, Electrical Assembly,
Delux Control Panel

16.
Water Chemistry and Addition of Salt Procedures are the same as those applicable to
other Poolmaid Salt Chlorinators.
NB! However, the transformer must be connected to the timer in the same manner as the
pool pump, i.e. the unit should switch off when the pool pump does.
1. Power Touch Pad
The Power Touch Pad allows you to manually set the chlorine production level shown on
the OUTPUT DISPLAY from 1 (lowest) to 4 (highest) or to let it operate on automatic (A).
When the unit is set on A, chlorine is produced according to the temperature of the
pool water. When the water temperature drops below 12°C (52°F), the unit switches off
automatically (which extends the life of the cell). 3 Bars will be displayed on the Salt
Display to indicate that the unit has shut down because of cold water When the water
temperature rises above 12°C (52°F), the unit will resume operation.
NB: In indoor pools it is not recommended to run the chlorinator on Automatic, as
they are heated and the chlorinator will run on maximum chlorine production. In
indoor pools the chlorine evaporates less. Find the correct chlorine level (0.6 -1ppm)
manually, position 1-4, by measuring the chlorine level in the pool water.
2. Salt Display
When the Salt Chlorinator is in operation, the Salt Display can read as follows:
L = Salt needs to be added to the water
C = Salt content in the pool water is correct
H = Salt content is high and no further addition is required
3. Chlorine Output Display
Indicates the chlorine level being produced. This will change according to the pool water
temperature if the automatic mode has been selected.
Enhanced Design Features of Delux Models
Should the salt level drop below 2 - 2.5 grams/litre (2000 - 2500 ppm), the unit will shut
down until the salt level is corrected.

17.
10. Trouble-Shooting Table
Problem Probable Cause Suggested Solution
1. No light on
a. No 12/18 Volt input
b. External fuse blown on
power controller
c. Transformer fuse blown
Check that the power is
connected and that the
transformer is switched on
Replace external fuse.
If fuse trips persistently,
return power supply and
cell to manufacturer.
(Close cell with additional
blank electrode holder (6)
supplied)
Replace transformer fuse
a.
b.
c.
2. Add salt light burning
a. Low salt content - cold water
below 15° C (59° F) refer
to section 7, Step 1
b. Clogged cell
c. Suction leak
d. Electrode is worn
a. Add salt
b. Clean cell
c. Repair leak in the pool
system e.g. pool cleaner
hose, o-ring in pump etc.
d. Replace electrodes
3. Cell off light is on
a. Pool pump not running
b. Leaf trap or filter blocked
c. Suction air leak
d. The weir suction line blocked
a. Only works with flow through
cell
b. Clean filter basket
c. Repair leak
d. Unblock suction line
4. Cell off light flickers
a. Air in the cell housing
b. Water flow is too little
a. Clean leaf trap
b. Check for suction leak
Turn electrode holder so
that the gas sensor pin is at
the highest water level.
Replace pump.

18.
If your pool goes off-colour
Check water chemistry
Check that the chlorinator is on position No. 5.
Check if the cell is clogged.
Filter must run 12 hours per day during summer.
The “Salt OK” light should be on. If any other light is on go to trouble-shooting table (10).
In the minimum/maximum indicator, 5 - 6 lights should be on. If this is all correct, then take
a water sample of the pool (± 1 litre) in a clean container to the pool shop for analysis.
Stabilizer 80 - 90 ppm
pH - Concrete 7.2 to 7.6
Vinyl/Fibreglass pools 7.0 to 7.4
SALT 5000 ppm or 5gms per litre
Total alkalinity 80 to 1 20 ppm
Ideal Chlorine reading 0.6 - 1 ppm
If values are all correct but this does not solve the problem, backwash your pool once
per week or at least every 2 weeks.
In hot periods, run filter for a minimum of 12 hrs (preferably at night)
Also change filter sand from time to time as sand can get clogged up.
Pump must deliver proper pressure (i.e. the entire pool water must be circulated once
in a 24-hour period).
Check that all gaskets are sealing properly in the pump and multi-port valve.
Should electrode be more than 2 - 3 years old, have it checked out for correct
performance, especially when the add salt indicator remains on after adding 50-
100kg of salt.
Note: Never put any copper, hydrogen peroxide or metal-based additives in your
pool, as this can destroy the cell or cause metal stains.
To test if your chlorinator is producing chlorine, switch off the pump and chlorinator. Fill a
bucket with pool water. Remove electrode and submerge in the bucket. Place the blank
electrode (supplied) into the cell housing. Start the pump and chlorinator and run on
position 5 for 5 minutes. Test for chlorine with the test strip and a strong chlorine smell
should be present. To reassemble, switch off the pump and chlorinator, remove blank and
reassemble the chlorinator and run as normal
a.
b.
c.
d.
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19.
If you are in doubt, we recommend the use of a pool protector or a broad spectrum
algaeside.
If chlorine residual is low or you wish to superchlorinate. Shock the pool with a quick
dissolving-granular chlorine.
11. Technical specifications
Safety Low Voltage Transformer is supplied with the unit
AC input: 12/18 Volts S.E.L.V.
8 Amps max
DC output: 15 Amps max
7,5 Volts max
Power Output: Max 90 - 110 Watts
Salt Concentration: 0.5% nominal
Available Models:
Model Code Description Voltage CL/H Capacity
Mono M5C non-self-cleaner 230V 5gr 0 -
35 000 Litres
Mono M10 non-self-cleaner 12V 11gr 30 000 -
80 000 Litres
Mono M15 non-self-cleaner 18V 16gr 80 000 -
100 000 Litres
M/econo non-self-cleaner 230V 15gr 100 000 Litres
Supreme S5C self-cleaner 230V 5gr 0 -
35 000 Litres
Supreme S11 self-cleaner 18V 12gr 30 000 -
80 000 Litres
Supreme S14 self-cleaner 18V 15gr 80 000 -
100 000 Litres

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Conti C7.5 self-cleaner 12V 9gr 30 000 -
100 000 Litres
Conti C4 self-cleaner 12V 4gr 0 - 40 000 Litres
S/econo self-cleaner 230V l5gr 100000 Litres
Delux S18 self-cleaner 18V 18gr 100 000 - 120 000 Litres
Note: Capacities are based on a normal bathing load (3 - 4 people), a maximum water
temperature of 24° C and a pool that is well stabilised (80 - 90 ppm).
Poolmaid Salt Chlorinators are suitable for domestic pools only.