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==Enabling or Disabling the Chlorinator==
==Probes==
 
The ORP and pH probes are said to be rated for a year of use.  In reality, they will probably last longer.  Probes should be replaced when readings do not align with those from the chemical test kit.
 
The Chemtrol branded probes are quite expensive.  We have had good success with probes from Sensorex (cost is about 75% less than those from Chemtrol):
 
* pH5000 Polycarbonate Swimming Pool pH Sensor ($56 as of May 2020)
* ORP1000 Polycarbonate Laboratory ORP Sensor ($86 as of May 2020)
 
==Procedures==
 
===Enabling or Disabling the Chlorinator===


The chlorinator is controlled by the Chemtrol unit.  The instructions below assume that the Chemtrol unit is operating, and that the main screen is visible.
The chlorinator is controlled by the Chemtrol unit.  The instructions below assume that the Chemtrol unit is operating, and that the main screen is visible.
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On the main screen, an "A" to right of the ORP reading indicates that the chlorinator is enabled (automatic control), "X" indicates it is disabled.
On the main screen, an "A" to right of the ORP reading indicates that the chlorinator is enabled (automatic control), "X" indicates it is disabled.


==Enabling or Disabling the Acid Pump==
===Enabling or Disabling the Acid Pump===


The acid pump is controlled by the Chemtrol unit.  The instructions below assume that the Chemtrol unit is operating, and that the main screen is visible.
The acid pump is controlled by the Chemtrol unit.  The instructions below assume that the Chemtrol unit is operating, and that the main screen is visible.