How much salt is added to a Salt chlorination system start it up?

When starting up a salt chlorination system, it's important to follow the manufacturer's instructions for the specific system. In general, the recommended salt level for most salt chlorination systems is between 2,500 and 3,000 parts per million (ppm). To achieve this salt level, you'll need to add a specific amount of salt to your pool.

To determine how much salt to add, you'll need to know the volume of water in your pool. You can calculate this by multiplying the length, width, and average depth of your pool in feet. Once you have the pool volume in gallons, you can use the following formula to calculate the amount of salt to add:

Salt to add (in pounds) = Pool Volume (in gallons) x Desired Salt Level (in ppm) / 100,000

For example, if your pool holds 10,000 gallons of water and you want to achieve a salt level of 2,500 ppm, you would need to add:

Salt to add = 10,000 gallons x 2,500 ppm / 100,000 = 250 pounds

It's important to add the salt slowly and gradually to avoid damage to the chlorination system. You should also test the salt level regularly and adjust it as needed to maintain the recommended level.