{"product_id":"zodiac-ei-classic-saltwater-chlorinator","title":"Zodiac Ei Classic Saltwater Chlorinator for Swimming Pools","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your pool water clear, clean and ready to swim with the \u003cstrong\u003eZodiac Ei Classic Saltwater Chlorinator\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed for residential swimming pools, this compact and user-friendly chlorinator automatically converts dissolved salt into chlorine, giving you consistent sanitation with less day-to-day effort. It is suitable for \u003cstrong\u003enew or existing in-ground pools\u003c\/strong\u003e and works with \u003cstrong\u003eall pool surface types\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Zodiac Ei Classic is built for practical, low-maintenance pool care. Its \u003cstrong\u003eautomatic reverse polarity\u003c\/strong\u003e helps reduce calcium build-up on the cell, which means less manual cleaning and more reliable performance over time. The clear cell housing also makes inspection easy, while the LED interface provides simple status feedback for \u003cstrong\u003eno flow, low salt and output settings\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFor pool owners who want straight f\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eorward salt chlorination without overcomplicated controls, the Ei Classic delivers exactly that. It offers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eincremental chlorine output selection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e so you can adjust production to match seasonal demand, bathing load and water conditions. There is also a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBoost function\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e to temporarily raise chlorine production when the pool needs extra sanitising after heavy use, rain or warmer weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt with \u003cstrong\u003elong-lasting titanium electrodes\u003c\/strong\u003e and designed for domestic swimming pool use, the Zodiac Ei Classic combines durability, ease of use and dependable chlorination in one compact unit. Available in \u003cstrong\u003eMini and Midi models\u003c\/strong\u003e, it suits a range of pool sizes and is a strong option for pool owners upgrading from manual chlorination or replacing an older salt chlorinator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic saltwater chlorination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, modern design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic reverse polarity for lower maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy-to-read LED interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarning indicators for no flow, low salt and output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncremental chlorine output level selection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransparent cell housing for easy inspection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-life titanium electrode cell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoost function for increased chlorine production when needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for new or existing in-ground pools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with all pool finishes and surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEi Classic Mini\u003c\/strong\u003e – recommended for pools up to \u003cstrong\u003e60000 litres\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEi Classic Midi\u003c\/strong\u003e – recommended for pools up to \u003cstrong\u003e100 000 litres\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEi Classic Mini\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChlorine output: \u003cstrong\u003e12 g\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: \u003cstrong\u003e70W\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput current: \u003cstrong\u003e2.5A\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended pool size: \u003cstrong\u003eup to 60 000L\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEi Classic Midi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChlorine output: \u003cstrong\u003e20 g\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: \u003cstrong\u003e110W\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput current: \u003cstrong\u003e4.0A\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended pool size: \u003cstrong\u003eup to 100 000L\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower supply: \u003cstrong\u003e220–240V AC, 50Hz\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtection rating: \u003cstrong\u003eIPX5\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating water temperature: \u003cstrong\u003e5°C to 40°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlow through cell: \u003cstrong\u003e5 m³\/h to 18 m³\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCell pressure: \u003cstrong\u003eup to 2 bar\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the Zodiac Ei Classic?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Zodiac Ei Classic is a solid choice for pool owners who want a \u003cstrong\u003ereliable, entry-level to mid-range salt chlorinator\u003c\/strong\u003e from a well-known pool brand. It cuts down on daily chlorine dosing, helps maintain more stable sanitation levels, and reduces maintenance with its self-cleaning reverse polarity cell. That makes it a smart upgrade for homeowners who want cleaner water with less hassle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4616\" data-end=\"4619\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Zodiac Ei Classic Saltwater Chlorinator do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt automatically converts pool salt into chlorine gas for easier pool maintenance, while helping create softer-feeling water that is gentler on sensitive skin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much salt does a chlorinator use?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eInitially, add about 25kg of pool salt for every 5 000 litres of pool water to establish the correct salt level. After that, you generally only need to replace the salt lost through sandfilter-backwashing and splash-out. In most cases, this is not more than 20kg every 6 months for a 40 000-litre pool. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Zodiac Ei Classic self-cleaning?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eYes. It uses automatic reverse polarity to help reduce calcium build-up on the cell, which lowers maintenance requirements. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat pool size is the Zodiac Ei Classic Mini suitable for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Mini model is recommended for pools up to 60 000 litres. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat pool size is the Zodiac Ei Classic Midi suitable for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZodiac South Africa lists the Midi for pools up to 100 000 litres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Ei Classic have a Boost function?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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