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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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: The sole purpose of this product is for use as a pool water purifier/ionizer as described in this manual; any modification or other use will void the warranty. WARNING: Do not use if unit is damaged in any way.
6. Thread the black thumbscrew clockwise into the electrode and tighten snugly. Do not over tighten as the plastic thumbscrew may strip or break. 7. Lay the end-cap/spacer onto end of mineral electrode. 8. Place screen cage over electrodes and line up centered holes with the threaded bore in the mineral electrode end. Unit with Spring Unit with Spring and Anode Unit Assembled (upside-down) CAUTION •Make sure the electrode is screwed on tightly.
ION TESTING The mineral electrode is made of a unique alloy of several metals, predominantly copper. Ion test strips will detect the presence of the copper ion, which determines if the water has an adequate level of protective minerals. The reagents in the kit are very sensitive, and readings can be affected by various interferences. Accordingly, use the ion test as a basic and general indicator. Test only once a week; more often is unnecessary. 1. Read ion test strip instructions. 2. Test weekly.
its normal level, or approximately .0.9. 2. .The pH may now be in the range of 7.2-7.8. The Solar water purifier works well at higher pH values, so do not arbitrarily attempt to adjust the pH if it is within this recommended range. In general, use your Solar water purifier just enough to maintain an adequate ion level, and to determine how little chlorine is necessary to keep the water clear. Allow the water to settle down and seek its own balanced condition . 3. Clean electrodes weekly, or as required.
NOTES The diluted acid dip can also be used to clean the electrodes. Place the unit on top of the jar with the electrodes immersed and remove when the bubbling action stops. Do not leave electrodes submerged for more than a few minutes. Rinse and reinstall screen. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE It is important to spend a few minutes a week to monitor the water balance, clean the unit and to learn the trends.
6. Clean and remove electrode from the unit and store in an airtight plastic bag or jar. 7. Store your Solar water purifier indoors. Avoid freezing. If the pool was shut down with an insufficient ion level, or severe conditions were encountered late in the off season, less than clear water conditions may be experienced. Upon opening: 1. Top off water level, backwash, and vacuum as necessary. 2. Add chlorine to clear any cloudiness, if present. 3. Test ion level. Float unit to reestablish 0.5. 4.
functioning properly. If this occurs, contact Customer Service. 14. When replacing the mineral electrode, ensure that the threads are dry and free of water. 15. In hard water conditions, over time, the solar panel may form calcium deposits which are left by water evaporation. To quickly and easily remove the scale, apply diluted acid/water (as described under ‘ELECTRODE CLEANING’) with a toothbrush. Allow deposits to dissolve then rinse.
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