How to Use an Ionizer in a Swimming Pool

Swimming pool ionizers are considered the answer to keeping your water clear. They eliminate the need for a series of harsh chemicals that are considered toxic and possibly even carcinogenic, allowing you to swim chemical-free. An ionizer uses a low dose of electricity run through copper, silver and zinc to remove algae and other undesirable elements from your pool. While deadly to algae and bacteria, ionizers are safe for humans.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Purchase an ionizer that is specially created for your size of swimming pool. Know how many gallons your pool holds and find the ionizer to fit. Determine the size of your pool by multiplying the length times the width times the depth of the pool. Using an ionizer that is too small or too large can affect its ability to properly cleanse your water of bacteria and algae.

2. Apply your ionizer to the water. An ionizer is a small metal tube with a rounded end. Your ionizer comes with a mount that allows you to dip the metallic element into the water. You can use this by screwing the metallic element into the tubing mount.

3. Plug the ionizer into the wall and use the controls to set the level of ionization or time. Smaller ionizers do not have a control feature. Simply plugging them in will do the job. Read the instruction manual for your ionizer to know how long to shock the pool. The size of the pool will alter the necessary time.

4. Check the chemical levels every week. Your ionizer kit will include a testing system. This kit will allow you to closely monitor your bacteria levels to keep a clean pool. Normally pools will need to be ionized every week or two.

5. Chlorinate your pool as needed for your pool. The ionizer helps reduce algae and bacteria. However, it cannot do the job of chlorination. These two elements work together to create a clean swimming environment.