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How to Set Your FROG® @ease® SmartChlor® Cartridge

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In addition to our patented mineral technology, maintaining a low, consistent chlorine level is key in creating Fresh Mineral Water®∞. That’s exactly what FROG @ease SmartChlor Technology is designed to do. Once properly set, the SmartChlor Cartridge self-regulates, automatically maintaining the ideal low chlorine level until the cartridge is depleted.

Step 1: Balance Your Water

Proper balance is required for SmartChlor to work effectively. If levels are off, adjust using FROG Balancing Basics™.

  • Total Alkalinity: 80–120 ppm
  • pH: 7.2–7.6
  • Total Hardness: 150-250 ppm

Step 2: Check the Mineral Cartridge

Even if you hear minerals inside, they may be used up. Replace the blue Mineral Cartridge every 4 months.

Step 3: Set the Dial

Start by setting the SmartChlor Cartridge dial according to your hot tub or swim spa’s water volume. Refer to the setting chart below and select the recommended setting based on the number of gallons in your spa.

Step 4: Use FROG @ease Test Strips

Compare the top color pad on the test strip to the indicator on the bottle:

  • Darker than the indicator: SmartChlor is working properly.
  • Lighter than the indicator: The SmartChlor Cartridge is likely empty and should be replaced.

Increase or decrease the dial setting by one number. Once you find the ideal setting for your hot tub or swim spa, there’s typically no need to adjust it again.

Planning a gathering or expecting heavier-than-normal use? Use a non-chlorine shock before and after the event to help maintain water quality and support the system during periods of increased demand. The rest of the time, FROG @ease does the work for you.

If you have questions, visit Diagnose a Problem on our website or contact our Customer Care team at 800-222-0169. Our experts are happy to help with any FROG® product questions.

*Compared to the minimum ANSI recommended chlorine level of 2.0 ppm for a hot tub or swim spa

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