AquaChek 561140A White Salt Titrators Test Strips User Manual
Follow these easy instructions.
- Simply take a sample of water from the pool or spa in a clean, small cup, such as a medicine cup, so that there is about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water in the bottom of the cup.
- Place the lower end of a test strip into the water sample and allow it to absorb the water. If there is NaCl in the sample, a white peak will begin to form. The yellow band at the top of the strip will turn dark when the test is complete. Typically, this takes 3 to 4 minutes.
Only dip titrator into 1 inch of water. It is important to keep top half of strip completely dry to get accurate results.
- Remove the strip from the sample and determine where the highest white point (white peak) appears within the number scale on the test strip. Compare that value to the chart on the bottle.
Note: Each bottle of AquaChek White has its own unique chart that corresponds specifically to the test strips contained within that individual bottle. Be sure to use the proper chart to analyze the salt level.
Example
In this example, when the test is complete the white peak falls at 2.8 (see example picture of strip at right). When compared to the chart on the bottle, the number 2.8 corresponds to a sodium chloride (salt) level of 1180 ppm (see example salt chart at right).
Why is the salt level important?
A chlorine generator uses sodium chloride (salt) to make chlorine. An ideal level of salt will probably be between 2500 to 3000 ppm (low range) or 3000 to 5000 ppm (high range) for most chlorine generators. Ideal levels vary by manufacturer consult your owner’s manual for your manufacturer’s recommendations concerning ideal salt levels.
The generator will convert the salt to free chlorine that will sanitize your pool, killing bacteria and microorganisms in the water, so you will need to add salt as it is used. A proper level of salt will ensure that the generator is able to produce the desired amount of chlorine and keep the water free of contaminants. If the salt level is too low, the chlorine generator will not operate efficiently. If the level is too high, the water may corrode metal parts and fixtures, it may become cloudy, and it may have a salty taste. Test with AquaChek Pool & Spa Test Strips often to help balance your pool water.
AMOUNT OF SALT NEEDED FOR 3000 PPM
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Directions:
- Fill a small vial with about 2.5 cm of pool/spa water.
- Insert lower end of strip into water sample. For accurate results keep top half of strip completely dry.
- When yellow band turns dark, typically in 3 to 4 minutes, remove the strip from the sample and determine where the highest white point (white peak) appears within the number scale on the test strip. Compare that value to the chart on the bottle.
Note: Each bottle of AquaChek White has its own unique chart that corresponds specifically to the test strips contained within that individual bottle.
Important: Keep cap closed tight between uses. Store at room temperature. Use by expiration date on cap.
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