IntelliChlor® Quick Start Guide & Tips
Get IntelliChlor running fast: salt levels, cell pairing, and output setup.
Common Salt System Problems This Guide Covers
A pool technician should open this document when installing a new IntelliChlor salt chlorine generator or performing its initial startup and configuration..
What it helps you resolve
- IntelliChlor not producing chlorine after installation
- New IntelliChlor not turning on
- Salt system not generating chlorine after setup
- IntelliChlor salt LED is yellow or red after startup
- How to set up IntelliChlor for the first time
- Incorrect voltage setting for IntelliChlor
When not to use
This document is not the right one to reach for when troubleshooting complex, ongoing system errors or performing routine maintenance after the initial installation and startup phase.
Fault codes covered
Quick diagnosis
Before replacing any parts, a technician should verify the line voltage setting, ensure the pool water is balanced with the correct salt level (3200-3400 ppm) and temperature (above 52° F), and confirm the IntelliChlor cell is installed correctly with the water flow arrow. Additionally, check the salt display LED for yellow or red indications.
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What does a yellow or red salt display LED mean?
A yellow or red salt display LED indicates that the salt level in the pool water is too low and more salt needs to be added to the water.
Will a low chlorine condition clear on its own?
A low chlorine condition will not clear on its own; you must adjust the IntelliChlor output setting, ensure proper water balance, and check for phosphates or nitrates.
What is the most common cause of the IntelliChlor not producing chlorine?
The most common causes for the IntelliChlor not producing chlorine include incorrect salt levels, water temperature below 52° F, unbalanced pool chemistry, or the presence of phosphates or nitrates.
How does this Quick Start Guide differ from a control system product User's Guide?
This Quick Start Guide provides essential installation and initial setup information for the IntelliChlor, while a control system product User’s Guide offers detailed instructions for adjusting chlorine output when connected to an IntelliTouch, EasyTouch, or SunTouch system.
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