Maintenance
Keeping an ECOsmarte pool running smoothly requires significantly less chemical use than traditional setups, but it relies heavily on routine water testing, debris management, and specific electrode maintenance. The focus is on three key pillars: filtration, cleaning, and chemistry.Â
1. Water Testing & Balancing
- pH Level: ECOsmarte systems require a low, specific pH to function correctly. Maintain your pH between 6.8 and 7.2.
- Copper Level: Test to ensure copper levels are stable between 0.5 ppm and 0.7 ppm.
- Calcium Hardness & Phosphates: Test these monthly. Note: Always test and adjust these after heavy rain, as rainwater introduces organics and dilutes minerals. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
2. Routine Cleaning & Circulation
- Skimming & Vacuuming: Remove debris daily or as needed to prevent organic buildup. An automatic pool cleaner with an onboard filter is highly recommended. [1, 2]
- Brushing: Brush pool walls and steps weekly to deter algae and organic waste. [1, 2]
- Filtration: Run your pump 6 to 12 hours per day in Oxidize or Ionize mode. If you are using a sand filter, it is heavily recommended to use ECOsmarte glass-pack instead of sand. [1, 2, 3]
3. Electrode Maintenance
- Chamber Cleaning (Semi-Annually): Clean the titanium/copper electrode chamber twice per year (e.g., Spring and Midsummer). Do not scrub or scrape the plates. Instead, unscrew the chamber and soak it in a bucket of 5-parts water and 1-part muriatic acid for 10–15 minutes, then rinse. [1, 2, 3]
- Electrode Replacement: The sacrificial copper electrodes will need to be replaced every 1 to 4 years depending on usage. Titanium electrodes last much longer but should be replaced when visibly worn or ineffective. [1, 2]