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All pools need something to help keep it clean and safe. Chlorine has long been the sanitizer of choice. Saltwater is no different, as the charged cell breaks down Salt in the water into Chlorine.
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∙ 12y agoSwimming Pools have chlorine to rid of germs in the water such a ;wee and Bogey...eghhh
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Why don't saltwater pools need chlorine?
to kill all the bad things that might get in there when you go in it but doesnt hurt you
Is it easier to maintain a saltwater pool or a chlorine pool system?
Salt water pools
Is a saltwater pool better than a cholinated pool?
They are one and the same. THEY BOTH ARE CHLORINE POOLS!!!
Is the chlorine produced in saltwater pool any different from a health or environmental perspective than chlorine used in chlorine pool?
salt water pools don't use chlorine salts, they are bromine salts. So yes, saltwater pool are better for you.
What is the difference between a penny in a chlorine pool and in a saltwater chlorinated pool?
You have a penny in both types of pools ... ???
How do you get rid of water boatmen and backswimmers in a saltwater pool I have read where BioGuard works wonders for chlorinated pools but does it work for saltwater If not what does?
Salt water pools are in fact chlorine pools part of the salt is turned into chlorine by the salt water chlorinater If it works in a normally chlorinated pool it should also work in a salt water pool. However you should check if there is any metallic ingredient like copper in it as these are not recommended in salt water pools.
How do you keep chlorine in saltwater pool?
Once you have a chlorine reading, the use of Cyanuric Acid will help keep the chlorine from letting sunlight dissipate it. Keep in mind that many induced salywater pools manufacture chlorine from electroylsis of the salt water.
How common are saltwater pools installed?
Salt water pools are becoming more common as people find that they are a little more refreshing to swim in. Also, as chlorine tends to bother some, salt pools might be a good alternative.
What is the difference in equipment specifications between chlorine and salt water inground pools?
There is no difference other then the actual salt and saltwater chlorination equipment.
Why a pale green gas is used in swimming pools?
Chlorine gas dissolves in water and breaks the cell walls of bacteria thus killing them. Most pools do not actually add chlorine gas; they add chlorine compounds which slowly break down in water and release chlorine. They're much safer and easier to store and work with than the gas itself.
Is the old pump and filtration system necessary when adding a saltwater chlorine generator?
Yes you still need a pump and filter. The saltwater system generates chlorine and eliminates the need for chlorine tabs. You will still need to keep the water balanced and continue normal pool maintenance.
What happens when chlorine gas is added to water?
You end up with chlorinated water This is what ha pens with saltwater chlorinaters in saltwater pools. No, You end up with Chlorinated Water if you add Chlorine to water, but Chlorine Gas and Water react to make HOCl and HCl, both toxic. Cl2 + H2O à HCl + HOCl
