Pentair EC-520555 Pentair IntelliChlor IC40 Salt Cell, 40,000 Gallon Pool - EC-520555

Your Pentair IntelliChlor IC40 Salt Cell is responsible for the crucial task of converting dissolved salt in your pool water into pure chlorine. This electro-chemical process sanitizes your water, killing algae, bacteria, and other contaminants. However, like any component exposed to pool water and electrical currents, the salt cell experiences wear and tear. The most common failure mode is calcium scaling, where minerals from the water deposit onto the titanium plates within the cell. This buildup acts as an insulator, preventing effective chlorine production and eventually leading to premature failure. Other causes can include physical damage from improper handling or exceeding the lifespan of the cell, which is typically rated for a certain number of operating hours. If your Pentair IntelliChlor IC40 salt cell fails and is not replaced, your pool will quickly lose its sanitization capabilities. This will lead to the proliferation of algae, resulting in green and cloudy water that is unpleasant and potentially unsafe for swimming. Bacterial growth can also occur, posing health risks. Furthermore, the IntelliChlor system will likely display error codes, indicating a malfunction that needs immediate attention to prevent further damage to the system or to avoid a completely unsanitary pool environment.