I go on very long work trips. Can I fill up this chlorine feeder with as many chlorine tabs that will fit inside, and run it for weeks or months? On average, in the summer and winter, how many tabs will it use per week or month?
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Hi Ben, we usually put about 4 at a time and it will last up to two weeks, depending on how hot the temperature is outside. I live north of Toronto, Ontario Canada. Our pool is closed for the winter months. We run the pool from May until October. I also put about 10L of liquid chlorine per week. Use larger pucks, and keep it set at about 3 on the dial. Hope this helps, if you need more help, let me know. Cheers
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Well we have been using these for YEARS, and probably don't use a gallon a week. I will refill our tea kettle a couple or three times per week, so I doubt we use 200 gals per year, so I have changed them only once yearly, like around NOW, and have never had a problem or gotten ill. I always do run it for a good THREE count, as the manual says though.
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Yes, I have this set-up and it works GREAT. My pool is only 16' round, 48'' high (approx. 5000 gal) though so I set the filter pump to run approx. 4 hrs. every night together with the saltwater chlorinator and I only had to shock the pool once or twice last summer, and that only because I did not run the filter for a few days. What a change from years past when it took so much work just to keep the water balanced.Setting your pump up with a saltwater chlorinator will give you a virtually MAINTENANCE-FREE pool all summer long. No more constantly adding chlorine or trying to keep your water balanced. You do it once, and then pretty much maintenance free all summer giving you time to really enjoy your pool. Yes, I have this set-up and it works GREAT. My pool is only 16' round, 48'' high (approx. 5000 gal) though so I set the filter pump to run approx. 4 hrs. every night together with the saltwater chlorinator and I only had to shock the pool once or twice last summer, and that only because I did not run the filter for a few days. What a change from years past when it took so much work just to keep the water balanced.Setting your pump up with a saltwater chlorinator will give you a virtually MAINTENANCE-FREE pool all summer long. No more constantly adding chlorine or trying to keep... » Read More Yes, I have this set-up and it works GREAT. My pool is only 16' round, 48'' high (approx. 5000 gal) though so I set the filter pump to run approx. 4 hrs. every night together with the saltwater chlorinator and I only had to shock the pool once or twice last summer, and that only because I did not run the filter for a few days. What a change from years past when it took so much work just to keep the water balanced.Setting your pump up with a saltwater chlorinator will give you a virtually MAINTENANCE-FREE pool all summer long. No more constantly adding chlorine or trying to keep your water balanced. You do it once, and then pretty much maintenance free all summer giving you time to really enjoy your pool. « Show Less
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It's not likely, however, that depends on your levels. Test and open/close accordingly based on the number of tabs and your chlorine results.
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It depends on where you live and how humid it is and how much you run the unit. If just a little water is collecting each day, I would think once a week would be enough. Do check it regularly..you do not want it to overflow.
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I use one dispenser with 3 chlorine tabs consistently. Have an 30,000 gal pool 18x36'.
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First of all, I'm jealous. LOL Second of all, you probably could do that without a problem because I was thinking the same thing at one point. My pool is a little bit larger than their recommended size but one has worked well for me. You could put one in each end of the pool, near different returns, and then set them for lower times because I believe that would be equal to one unit on a higher setting in a smaller pool. It defaults to 20 hours and that actually works fine for me so for your pool you might want to set both at 10 hours. You can experiment with it and test the pool for chlorine afterward. But definitely get one (or two) you will not be disappointed!
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It really depends on the humidity.My fills up every week or so.I would recommend this product .DB
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You have to experiment with different settings and continually monitor the chlorine level with a basic test kit. There are many factors that will affect the level like the amount of sun, rain and bather level to name a few. I personally, would not add 9 tablets at a time. They all dissolve at the same rate resulting in a high concentration within the unit especially during periods when the filter is not operating. I would start out with half that amount and use a higher flow setting if necessary
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I just used chlorine (Chlorox). One teaspoon per gallon and then got a small skimmer net to get out leaves and bugs. Once per week usually, depending on usage.
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Sadly it appears its a single use item. I assume if fore knowledge of an event is possible then this will be useful. I hope this helps. chlorinated water should store for a few months but will likely have some plastic taste. I intend to filter the water anyway.
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I put one in the skimmer or floater with the chlorine tablets ratio of 2 chlorine to 1 clear balance and replace evenly. MINE LASTS AT LEAST 1-2 WEEKS
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I'm in the northwest and it hasn't really gotten above 70 yet so I change mine about every 6 days. At that point there is typically a very small amount left in the bottom. Not anything that makes me think I'm wasting nectar or they're unable to reach it; I'm sure more evaporates when it's warmer. This is by far the most reliable and easy care feeder I've had.
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I had my first one for three summers. My daughter dropped it while putting pool away last year. Loved it so much bought another. It will work wonderful for your pool. I called intex and they told me how much salt the first year. Last year just asked my pool supply store. (I have a 52inch deep 10x20foot.) I believe i used 60lbs.. But I'll just ask my pool store again. I bought water softener salt. Worked just fine. . No need for chlorine tablets this generates all the chlorine you need.
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We used about a tank and a half from last fall into early spring. Used 1-2X per week for 30-45 minutes at a time.
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I've been using the CL220 and now the CL200 for decades on a 25,000 gallon pool. The control dial set at about 2 on the 1-10 scale and it uses less than three 3" tablets a week. Therefore, I would say that this should easily be able to dissolve enough tablets to chlorinate your pool and not require refilling for at least a week. If you have to restock it more often than is convenient, I would think you could put two units in parallel on the return line and take care of your needs for a lot less than $1,000. Hope this helps.
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I have used my kit for two seasons, from late April until late October, at least twice a week and I still have enough chemicals to last at least another season or more. It has really helped me keep my pool in the best of shape. I have had no problems with algae etc. in using this kit a couple of times a week.