The cell should be removed periodically and inspected for calcium scale formation on the titanium blades. Photos courtesy AquaCal AutoPilot

By Sean Assam

There is little service required to ensure the continuous, trouble-free operation of an ECG. However, should issues occur, the following tips will help troubleshoot some of the most common problems:

Problem: Scale formation on the cell caused by water balance issues or self-cleaning (reverse polarity) malfunction.

Solution: Clean the cell with an acid wash treatment, using four parts water and one part muriatic acid. Remove any electrical cords and soak the cell in an acid wash treatment. The cell should soak for a maximum of 20 minutes or until the effervescent action stops. Then, rinse the cell with fresh water and dry any electrical terminals.

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