Swimming Pool Codes - City of Fargo

A-5 CHLORINATOR SETTINGSGas chlorinator settings to feed 1.0 ppm chlorine at various flow rates:Flow Rate Feed Rate Flow Rate Feed Rate(gpm) (lbs/24 hour) (gpm) (lbs/24 hour)10 0.12 160 1.920 0.24 180 2.230 0.36 200 2.440 0.48 220 2.650 0.60 240 2.960 0.72 260 3.170 0.84 280 3.480 0.96 300 3.690 1.08 325 3.9100 1.2 350 4.2120 1.4 375 4.5140 1.7 400 4.8To obtain a setting for other than 1.0 ppm, multiply the chart setting by the dosage desired.A-6 SAFETY RULES FOR GAS CHLORINE EQUIPMENTA. Be sure of what you are doing when handling chlorine.B. All threaded fittings and the valve stem have right hand threads. Turnclockwise to close or tighten.C. Always use a new gasket of standard material for connection of cylinders andequipment.D. The cylinder valve wrench should be 3/8-inch square box with a maximumlength of 6 inches. The wrench shall be left on the valve stem of the chlorinecylinder in use at all times.E. Frequently check for leaks from the equipment. Locate these leaks by the useof ammonia, not smell.F. If a chlorine leak is detected, repair it at once. Chlorine leaks get worse withtime.G. Take time to complete the job properly and safely.H. Keep your eyes open – be alert for danger.I. Return cylinders to the supplier as soon as they are empty.J. Remember that you are responsible for the proper operation of the equipment.38