Getting Started - RecWaterTec SolarClear Consignes D'utilisation

NOTES
• The spring electrode is permanently installed and is not removable. Do not attempt removal by twisting or pulling.
Permanent damage may result.
• Save your original box and inserts for safe and convenient storage during the off season.
• The screen cage prevents deposits or residues that may form on the electrodes during normal operation from falling into the water.

GETTING STARTED

SolarClear protects your pool against microorganisms by transforming your water into biologically healthy and algae-resistant mineral water.
Using a safe and effective low power output, SolarClear acts as a trickle charger to generate ions from the sunlight – a process called solar
ionization. Depending on the volume of water, weather conditions, and usage, the initialization period will range from about a week to several
weeks. Therefore, it is important to maintain a normal sanitizer level during this initialization period until the ion concentration reaches a
protective level.
1. Test the water chemistry using your regular chlorine test kit. Maintain a chlorine residual of 1-3 ppm (parts per million) and a pH of
7.2-7.6. The addition of chlorine may be necessary if conditions warrant.
2. Maintain your water's clarity. If your water is less than clear, it may require a 'shock' dose of oxidizer/chlorine.
3. Check for the presence of copper ions in the water with ion test strips (see ION TESTING). The typical reading at this point is zero to
trace amount (.0-.1 ppm). If higher concentrations are detected (usually caused by the previous addition of a copper-based algaecide),
follow instructions under ION TESTING until the level drops.
4. Place the SolarClear in the pool and let it free float while ensuring direct sunlight on the unit. If necessary, tether it in a sunny part of
the pool. Any suitable restraint may be tied to the tethering chain for this purpose.
5. Operate pump and filter system during daylight hours while SolarClear is generating ions. This will allow proper mixing and circulation
of the minerals. Pump operation at night is unnecessary but optional, and the unit can be left in the pool overnight.
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. It should show an increasing concentration over time. Once the ion reading reaches .3 ppm, chlorine reduction may
begin.
3. If the ion reading climbs to .5 ppm or more, remove the unit from the water for a week and monitor the ion level weekly.
4. Once the ion level drops to .3 ppm or less, place the unit back in the pool and continue weekly ion checks.
5. If the ion level maintains at .3 ppm, continue regular floating schedule.
The purpose of ion testing is to initially determine that it's safe to reduce chlorine, and subsequently to establish a SolarClear schedule which
results in a steady ion reading of approximately .3 ppm. Depending on conditions, pools with 20,000 gallons or more usually require full-time
use of the SolarClear. Smaller pools will usually maintain an adequate ion level with part-time use. For example, one day in, one day out, two
days in, one day out, one week in, one week out, etc. Pools with screened enclosures will probably require full-time use of the SolarClear, as the
output will be about half of that with normal full sun.
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