We just got a new pool. Approximately 14,800 gallons, Diamond Brite finish, Aqua Rite salt generator. After 30 days, the pool company put salt in the pool (this was 3 or 4 days ago). The system is reading a level of 3600 and is running at 80% output.

The water tastes super salty and there is salt floating around in the pool. Is this because the system has only been running a few days? Or, is this what I can expect from now on?

Is there any way to lower the saltiness of the pool? Or should I just wait a little while and see if it sorts itself out?

Should I take a water sample to the local pool store and see what they say?

We've never had a pool before so I'm learning everything as I go!

Thanks so much for any help and advice you can offer!

~Michelle