AquaChek Hach 561683 Dissolved Solids Pool Instruction Manual
- July 3, 2024
- AquaChek
Table of Contents
Water Chemistry
Guide
Water Treatment Table
AquaChek White
AquaChek White is a unique test strip that simplifies an otherwise complicated
testing operation. Unlike other test kits, the AquaChek
White strips will give you a specific reading of the salt level in your water.
Remember to replace the lid on your AquaChek bottle after removing a strip to
prevent strips from spilling and to keep them fresh.
Keep the strips in a cool, dry place, out of direct sunlight and leave the
packet of drying agent in the bottle – it will help keep the test strips at
their best.
At minimum, you should test your sodium chloride (salt) levels monthly. Be
sure to follow your salt generator manufacturer’s instructions.
Follow these easy instructions.
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Simply take a sample of water from the pool or spa in a clean, small cup, such as a medicine cup, so that there is about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water in the bottom of the cup.
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Place the lower end of a test strip into the water sample and allow it to absorb the water. If there is NaCl in the sample, a white peak will begin to form. The yellow band at the top of the strip will turn dark when the test is complete. Typically, this takes 3 to 4 minutes.
Only dip titrator into 1 inch of water. It is important to keep top half of strip completely dry to get accurate results. -
Remove the strip from the sample and determine where the highest white point (white peak) appears within the number scale on the test strip. Compare that value to the chart on the bottle.
Note: Each bottle of AquaChek White has its own unique chart that
corresponds specifically to the test strips contained within that individual
bottle. Be sure to use the proper chart to analyze the salt level.
Example
In this example, when the test is complete the white peak falls at 2.8 (see
example picture of strip at right). When compared to the chart on the bottle,
the number 2.8 corresponds to a sodium chloride (salt) level of 1180 ppm (see
example salt chart at right).
Why is the salt level important?
A chlorine generator uses sodium chloride (salt) to make chlorine. An ideal
level of salt will probably be between 2500 to 3000 ppm (low range) or 3000 to
5000 ppm (high range) for most chlorine generators. Ideal levels vary by
manufacturer – consult your owner’s manual for your manufacturer’s
recommendations concerning ideal salt levels.
The generator will convert the salt to free chlorine that will sanitize your
pool, killing bacteria and microorganisms in the water, so you will need to
add salt as it is used. A proper level of salt will ensure that the generator
is able to produce the desired amount of chlorine and keep the water free of
contaminants. If the salt level is too low, the chlorine generator will not
operate efficiently. If the level is too high, the water may corrode metal
parts and fixtures, it may become cloudy, and it may have a salty taste. Test
with AquaChek Pool & Spa Test Strips often to help balance your pool water.
AMOUNT OF SALT NEEDED FOR 3000 PPM
| Pool Volume
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Salt Concentration Before Adam| 5,000 gal.| 12,000 gal.| 16,000
gal.| 20,000 gal.| 25,000 gal.| 50,000 gal.
19 kL| 45 It| 61 kL| 76 kL| 95 kL| 190 kL
1000 ppm| 83 lbs.| 200 lbs.| 265 lbs.| 335 lbs.| 415 lbs.| 830 lbs.
38 kg| 91 kg| 120 kg| 152 kg| 188 kg| 376 kg
1250 ppm| 72 lbs.| 175 lbs.| 235 lbs.| 290 lbs.| 360 lbs.| 720 lbs.
33 kg| 79 kg| 107 kg| 107 kg| 163 kg| 327 kg
1500 ppm| 62 lbs.| 150 lbs.| 200 lbs.| 250 lbs.| 310 lbs.| 620 lbs.
28 kg| 68 kg| 91 kg| 113 kg| 141 kg| 281 kg
1750 ppm| 52 lbs.| 125 lbs.| 165 lbs.| 210 lbs.| 260 lbs.| 520 lbs.
24 kg| 57 kg| 75 kg| 95 kg| 118 kg| 236 kg
2000 ppm| 40 lbs.| 100 lbs.| 135 lbs.| 165 lbs.| 200 lbs.| 400 lbs.
18 kg| 45 kg| 61 kg| 75 kg| 91 kg| 181 kg
2250 ppm| 31 lbs.| 75 lbs.| 100 lbs.| 125 lbs.| 155 lbs.| 310 lbs.
14 kg| 34 kg| 45 kg| 57 kg| 70 kg| 141 kg
2500 ppm| 21 lbs.| 50 lbs.| 65 lbs.| 85 lbs.| 105 lbs.| 210 lbs.
10 kg| 23 kg| 29 kg| 39 kg| 48 kg| 95 kg
2750 ppm| 11 lbs.| 25 lbs.| 35 lbs.| 40 lbs.| 55 lbs.| 110 lbs.
5 kg| 11 kg| 16 kg| 18 kg| 25 kg| 50 kg
To learn more about pool and spa water testing, visit our web site,
www.AquaChek.com
AquaChek is a registered trademark of Hach Company.
Hach Company/ETS Business Unit
©2005 Hach Company
Directions:
- Fill a small vial with about 2.5 cm of pool/spa water.
- Insert lower end of strip into water sample. For accurate results keep top half of strip completely dry.
- When yellow band turns dark, typically in 3 to 4 minutes, remove the strip from the sample and determine where the highest white point (white peak) appears within the number scale on the test strip. Compare that value to the chart on the bottle.
Note: Each bottle of AquaChek White has its own unique chart that
corresponds specifically to the test strips contained within that individual
bottle.
Important: Keep cap closed tight between uses. Store at room temperature.
Use by expiration date on cap.
Hach Company
P.O. Box 4659
Elkhart, IN 46514-0659 USA
1-888-AquaChek
(1-888-278-2243)
1-574-262-2060
www.AquaChek.com
Made in U.S.A.
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