What is needed to open an existing chlorine pool that you are switching over salt water?

1. Test your pool water. Before you do anything else, it's important to test your pool water and make sure that the pH and alkalinity levels are within the ideal range. The pH should be between 7.2 and 7.8, and the alkalinity should be between 80 and 120 ppm.

2. Clean your pool. Remove any debris from the pool, including leaves, dirt, and algae. You can use a pool vacuum or a net to do this.

3. Backwash your filter. This will remove any accumulated dirt and debris from the filter.

4. Adjust the pH and alkalinity levels of the pool water. If necessary, use pH increaser or decreaser and alkalinity increaser or decreaser to adjust the levels to the ideal range.

5. Add salt to the pool water. The amount of salt you need to add will depend on the size of your pool. Follow the instructions on the salt water chlorinator package for the correct amount.

Installation

1. Install the salt water chlorinator. Follow the instructions that came with the chlorinator for installation.

2. Connect the salt water chlorinator to the pool's plumbing system. Make sure that all connections are tight and secure.

3. Turn on the salt water chlorinator. Follow the instructions on the chlorinator package for startup.

Maintenance

1. Test the pool water regularly. You should test the pool water at least once a week to make sure that the pH and alkalinity levels are within the ideal range. You should also test the chlorine level to make sure that it is between 1 and 3 ppm.

2. Clean the salt water chlorinator cell regularly. The cell is responsible for generating chlorine, so it's important to keep it clean to ensure that the chlorinator is working properly. Follow the instructions on the chlorinator package for cleaning the cell.

3. Backwash your filter regularly. This will remove any accumulated dirt and debris from the filter.

4. Add salt to the pool water as needed. The salt level should be maintained between 2,500 and 3,500 ppm.

By following these simple steps, you can easily switch your chlorine pool over to salt water.