{"product_id":"hayward-aquatrol-salt-chlorination-above-ground-pools-w3aq-trol-hp","title":"Hayward AquaTrol Salt Chlorination Above Ground Pools W3AQ-TROL-HP","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .product-description {\n    color: inherit;\n    line-height: 1.75;\n    max-width: 860px;\n  }\n  .product-description h2 {\n    font-size: 1.2rem;\n    font-weight: 700;\n    margin: 2rem 0 0.6rem;\n    border-bottom: 2px solid #cce0ff;\n    padding-bottom: 0.3rem;\n  }\n  .product-description h3 {\n    font-size: 1rem;\n    font-weight: 700;\n    margin: 1.5rem 0 0.4rem;\n  }\n  .product-description p { margin: 0 0 1rem; }\n  .product-description ul { margin: 0 0 1rem 1.4rem; padding: 0; }\n  .product-description ul li { margin-bottom: 0.4rem; }\n  .product-description .spec-list {\n    margin: 1rem 0 1.5rem;\n    font-size: 0.95rem;\n    border: 1px solid #c4d9f0;\n    border-radius: 4px;\n    overflow: hidden;\n  }\n  .product-description .spec-row {\n    display: flex;\n    flex-wrap: wrap;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #c4d9f0;\n  }\n  .product-description .spec-row:last-child { border-bottom: none; }\n  .product-description .spec-key {\n    flex: 0 0 38%;\n    background-color: #e8f1fb;\n    font-weight: 700;\n    padding: 0.5rem 0.75rem;\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n  }\n  .product-description .spec-val {\n    flex: 1 1 62%;\n    padding: 0.5rem 0.75rem;\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n  }\n  .product-description .spec-row:nth-child(even) .spec-val { background-color: #f5f9ff; }\n  .product-description .spec-row:nth-child(even) .spec-key { background-color: #edf4fc; }\n  @media (max-width: 540px) {\n    .product-description .spec-key,\n    .product-description .spec-val { flex: 0 0 100%; }\n    .product-description .spec-key { padding-bottom: 0.2rem; }\n    .product-description .spec-val { padding-top: 0.2rem; }\n  }\n  .product-description .doc-links {\n    background-color: #f0f6ff;\n    border-left: 4px solid #0066cc;\n    padding: 0.75rem 1rem;\n    margin: 1.5rem 0;\n    border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0;\n  }\n  .product-description .doc-links h2 {\n    border-bottom: none;\n    margin: 0 0 0.4rem;\n    font-size: 1rem;\n    padding-bottom: 0;\n  }\n  .product-description .doc-links ul { margin: 0 0 0 1.2rem; }\n  .product-description .note {\n    background-color: #edf5fc;\n    border-left: 4px solid #0066cc;\n    padding: 0.75rem 1rem;\n    font-size: 0.93rem;\n    margin: 1rem 0;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e\n  \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Hayward AquaTrol Salt Chlorination System for Above Ground Pools Hose Pipe Standard Cord\"\u003e\n  \u003cmeta itemprop=\"brand\" content=\"Hayward\"\u003e\n  \u003cmeta itemprop=\"sku\" content=\"W3AQ-TROL-HP\"\u003e\n  \u003cmeta itemprop=\"category\" content=\"Salt Chlorine Generator\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp itemprop=\"description\"\u003eHayward AquaTrol (W3AQ-TROL-HP) is an above ground salt chlorination system for pools up to 18,000 gallons. Hose\/pipe fitting: TurboCell installs in-line on the return hose or 2\" PVC pipe next to the filter. Standard straight blade cord for GFCI-protected 115V outlets. Includes flow switch. 7 diagnostic LED indicators. Built-in 24-hour pump timer. Installs in under 30 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSKU: W3AQ-TROL-HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1-year limited warranty; professional installation recommended or warranty may be void\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAbove ground pools up to 18,000 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHose\/pipe fitting: TurboCell installs in-line on return hose (1.5\" to 1.25\" flexible hose) or 2\" rigid PVC; flow switch included\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eStandard straight blade cord for GFCI-protected 115V outdoor outlets\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e7 diagnostic LED indicators: Power, Generating, Super Chlorinate, No Flow, Test Salt Level, High Salt, Inspect Cell\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in 24-hour timer controls pump filtration; allows multiple pump periods per day\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAdjustable chlorine output percentage; superchlorinate function for shock treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAutomatic reverse polarity self-cleaning cell cycle\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRecommended salt level: 2,700 to 3,400 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInstalls in under 30 minutes; 115V \/ 15A\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncludes: control box, TurboCell, flow switch, union connections, hose and 2\" PVC adapters\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eHayward AquaTrol W3AQ-TROL-HP: Hose\/Pipe vs. Return Jet Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe HP (hose\/pipe) model installs the TurboCell in-line on the return hose or 2\" PVC pipe between the filter and the pool wall. A flow switch is included because the horizontal in-line position requires it. The RJ (return jet) model instead mounts the cell vertically below the pool wall return jet and does not need a flow switch. Both produce identical chlorine output and cover the same pool volume. The HP is the more common choice and suits the majority of above ground pool plumbing layouts; the RJ suits pools where cutting into the external hose is impractical or where a lower-profile wall installation is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"note\"\u003eThe AquaTrol automates chlorine production but does not monitor or adjust pH, alkalinity, stabilizer, or calcium hardness. Continue testing the full water balance at least twice per week. pH tends to drift upward in saltwater pools and will require periodic acid additions to stay in the 7.4 to 7.6 range.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eHayward AquaTrol W3AQ-TROL-HP Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"spec-list\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eW3AQ-TROL-HP\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003ePool Coverage\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eUp to 18,000 gallons\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eCell Installation\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eHose\/pipe; in-line on 1.5\"–1.25\" flexible hose or 2\" rigid PVC; flow switch included\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003ePlug Type\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eStandard straight blade, 115V; for GFCI-protected outdoor outlets\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eVoltage \/ Amperage\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e115V \/ 15A\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eDiagnostics\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e7 LED indicators: Power, Generating, Super Chlorinate, No Flow, Test Salt Level, High Salt, Inspect Cell\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003ePump Timer\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eBuilt-in 24-hour timer; multiple pump periods per day\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eCell\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eTurboCell; titanium electrodes; ABS UV-inhibited housing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eSalt Level\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e2,700 to 3,400 ppm recommended\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eCell Cleaning\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eAutomatic reverse polarity\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eInstallation Time\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eUnder 30 minutes\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eIncludes\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eControl box, TurboCell, flow switch, union connections, hose and 2\" PVC adapters\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eAbove ground pools; also suitable for small inground pools below 18,000 gallons\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eUL Listed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e1-year limited; professional installation recommended or warranty may be void\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDoes a saltwater pool still need chemical testing and balancing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. The AquaTrol handles chlorine production only. pH, alkalinity, stabilizer, and calcium hardness still need to be tested and adjusted on the same schedule as a conventionally chlorinated pool. pH in particular tends to rise in saltwater pools and will need periodic acid additions to stay in range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow much salt does a pool need to reach the operating range?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eFor a 10,000-gallon pool starting from fresh water, reaching 3,000 ppm requires approximately 250 pounds of pool-grade salt. The installation guide includes a dosing table for pool volumes up to 18,000 gallons. Always test the water before adding salt — residual salt from prior seasons may already be present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between this model and the twist lock version?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIdentical in every way except the power cord. The W3AQ-TROL-HP has a standard straight blade cord for GFCI-protected 115V outlets. The W3AQ-TROL-HP-TL has a twist lock cord for locking 115V outlets. Choose based on your equipment pad outlet type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow long does the TurboCell last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eHayward rates the AquaTrol cell for approximately five years of normal seasonal use when water chemistry is properly maintained. The biggest factors shortening cell life are high calcium hardness, chronically high or low pH, and repeatedly operating below the 2,700 ppm salt minimum. Annual plate inspection and scale cleaning protect cell longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"doc-links\" role=\"complementary\" aria-label=\"Hayward AquaTrol Hose Pipe Standard Cord Manual and Warranty Info\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eHayward AquaTrol Salt Chlorination System — Hose Pipe, Standard Cord Manual and Warranty Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/files\/hayward-aquatrol-w3aqt15-above-ground-salt-system-owners-manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOwner's Manual (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/files\/hayward-aquatrol-w3aqt15-above-ground-salt-system-installation-guide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eInstallation Guide (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n  {\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n    \"@type\": \"Product\",\n    \"name\": \"Hayward AquaTrol Salt Chlorination System for Above Ground Pools Hose Pipe Standard Cord\",\n    \"brand\": { \"@type\": \"Brand\", \"name\": \"Hayward\" },\n    \"sku\": \"W3AQ-TROL-HP\",\n    \"description\": \"Above ground salt chlorination system for pools up to 18,000 gallons. 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