Aquarite vs Pentair Intellichlor IC40. For Intellitouch system

[hulla]

Just ordered the IC40 with power center from ebay for $715 shipped. The guy who is going to install it said he spoke with the Pentair rep about compatibility with Aquarite. Sounds like the rep was pushing hard for me getting the IC40. Said something about it being "self cleaning". And something about having to reprogram the intellitouch to make it likely work with aquarite.

On a side note. Some guy on ebay is selling an IC50 (cell only). Maybe its a prototype?

[bradjo]

......snip........ Said something about it being "self cleaning".

You know there's 'self-cleaning' and then there's 'self-cleaning'. Essentially the IC-40 manual states you are to remove the cell and inspect/acid was as neccessary every two months. Here's the manual: http://www.pentairpool.com/misc/owne...lor_Owners.pdf

I'm quoting from page 9, "scale, it is recommended that every two months the cell be removed and inspected for scale formation and/or debris." Then it gives the acid wash procedure.

It does have a 'self-clean' feature but you still must at least inspect and possibly maintain it.

.............snip.........Some guy on ebay is selling an IC50 (cell only). Maybe its a prototype?

Could be but scams do abound on eBay so I'd be very careful. Now I'm not against eBay matter of fact I've bought and sold on it since it's inception so just be careful and enjoy your pool!

Oops just wanted to add I think you bought the right cell. I think a pentair part will be compatible and if not Pentair can't keep passing you off to anyone else, sort of the OS/Software maker shuffle.
Jo