Product Overview

The Hayward AquaRite® Salt Chlorinator with TurboCell W3AQR9 is a complete salt chlorine generation system designed for in-ground residential pools up to 25,000 gallons. This system automatically converts dissolved pool salt into chlorine, helping keep pool water clean, clear, and comfortable without the routine handling of chlorine tablets or liquid chlorine.

The W3AQR9 includes a Hayward TurboCell rated for 25,000-gallon pools and delivers reliable chlorine production while the pool circulation system is running. Hayward lists AquaRite as a salt system that operates with a recommended salt range of 2,400–3,400 ppm and includes reverse polarity automatic cell cleaning to help reduce scale buildup on the cell plates.

Ideal For

In-ground residential pools up to 25,000 gallons

New saltwater pool installations

Converting a traditional chlorine pool to salt chlorination

Pool owners who want softer-feeling water and reduced manual chlorine handling

Replacing an older AquaRite system with a complete Hayward unit

Key Features

Complete AquaRite salt chlorination system with included TurboCell

Designed for in-ground pools up to 25,000 gallons

Includes Hayward W3T-CELL-9 TurboCell salt chlorination cell

Automatically converts dissolved salt into chlorine

Helps reduce the need to buy, mix, measure, and store traditional chlorine

Recommended salt operating range of 2,400–3,400 ppm

Reverse polarity technology helps automatically clean the cell

Produces up to 0.75 lb of chlorine per day, according to INYO Pools’ product details

Suitable for new or existing residential pool systems

Benefits

Automatic Chlorine Generation: The AquaRite system creates chlorine from dissolved pool salt while your pump is running, helping maintain consistent sanitization with less daily chemical handling.

Softer, More Comfortable Water: Salt chlorination helps produce water that feels smoother and gentler on swimmers compared with many traditionally chlorinated pools. Hayward describes AquaRite water as softer and less irritating to eyes, skin, and fabrics.

Complete Hayward System: This model includes both the AquaRite control system and the 25,000-gallon TurboCell, making it a complete salt chlorination package for compatible in-ground pools.

Lower Maintenance Convenience: Reverse polarity cell cleaning helps reduce scale buildup, supporting easier long-term maintenance of the salt cell.

Specifications

Warranty & Compatibility

Compatibility

The Hayward W3AQR9 is intended for in-ground residential pools up to 25,000 gallons. It includes the W3T-CELL-9 / T-CELL-9 size TurboCell, which is the appropriate Hayward cell size for this system.

Before ordering, confirm that the pool volume, plumbing layout, electrical setup, and installation requirements match the AquaRite system specifications.

Customer-Facing Q&A

Q: What size pool is the Hayward W3AQR9 designed for?
A: The W3AQR9 is designed for in-ground pools up to 25,000 gallons.

Q: Does this come with the salt cell?
A: Yes. This is a complete AquaRite salt system and includes the Hayward W3T-CELL-9 TurboCell.

Q: Is this for in-ground or above-ground pools?
A: This model is intended for in-ground residential pools up to 25,000 gallons.

Q: What salt level should the system operate at?
A: Hayward lists the AquaRite operating salt range as 2,400–3,400 ppm.

Q: Does the AquaRite W3AQR9 clean the cell automatically?
A: Yes. Hayward lists automatic cell cleaning using reverse polarity technology for the AquaRite system.

Q: How much chlorine can this system produce?
A: Retailer product details list the W3AQR9 as producing up to 0.75 lb of chlorine per day for a 25,000-gallon pool.

Q: Is this a genuine Hayward system?
A: Yes. W3AQR9 is a Hayward AquaRite salt chlorine generator system with a Hayward TurboCell included.