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- the present invention is generally directed to recreational water facilities. More specifically, the present invention is directed to monitoring and controlling water chemistries in recreational water facilities.
- water chemistry In recreational water facilities such as pools, spas, and hot tubs, water chemistry must be properly balanced. Water chemistry imbalances, however slight, can pose health and maintenance risks. Swimmers can be exposed to dangerous amounts of bacteria when pH values are too high and to eye and skin irritants when pH values are too low. Structures, such as circulation equipment, sanitation components, and pool surfaces can be corroded and otherwise damaged; repairs can be costly and time consuming. To reduce these risks, water chemistry must be properly monitored and maintained within predetermined levels.
- a sensor pod is used to analyze one or more chemistry values of a recreational water facility such as a pool, a hot tub and a sauna.
- the sensor pod can sense one or more chemistry values such as pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, and cyanuric acid levels.
- the sensor pod uploads the one or more chemistry values to a server.
- the chemistry values are processed and analyzed at the server against a set of target or ideal level values to obtain a set of output chemistry values and based upon the output values a message is automatically sent to a customer.
- the message can instruct the customer and/or a pool owner to apply remedial steps to normalize the chemistry values as needed.
- a water chemistry monitoring system for a recreational water facility comprises a water chemistry sensor for sensing one or more chemistry values of the recreational water facility, a server configured for receiving the one or more chemistry values sensed by the sensor and comparing the values against a set of target chemistry values at the server to obtain a set of output chemistry values, and a transmitter that automatically sends a message to a customer based upon the output chemistry values.
- the one or more chemistry values comprise one or more of pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, cyanuric acid, and temperature.
- the message comprises a message indicating the one or more chemistry output chemistry values are within the targeted range. Alternatively, the message comprises a message indicating the one or more chemistry output chemistry values are not within the targeted range.
- the message comprises one or more recommended remedial steps. In some embodiments, the message is sent to a customer's smart device.
- a method of monitoring the water chemistry of a recreational water facility comprising sensing one or more water chemistry values of the recreational water facility, uploading the one or more chemistry values to a server, analyzing the one or more chemistry values, and based upon the one analyzed chemistry values, sending a message to a customer with a specific recommendation.
- the one or more chemistry values comprise one or more of pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, cyanuric acid, and temperature.
- the one or more sensed chemistry values are analyzed against a set of target chemistry values.
- the message comprises a message indicating the one or more chemistry output chemistry values are within the targeted range.
- the message comprises a message indicating the one or more chemistry output chemistry values are not within the targeted range.
- the message comprises one or more recommended remedial steps.
- the message is sent to a customer's smart device.
- FIG. 1 illustrates a schematic view of a water chemistry sensor, in accordance with some embodiments.
- FIG. 2 illustrates a water chemistry monitoring system, in accordance with some embodiments.
- FIG. 3 illustrates a method of monitoring the water chemistry of a water facility, in accordance with some embodiments.
- Embodiments of the invention are directed to a sensor pod in cooperation with a remotely located server used to analyze one or more chemistry values of a recreational water facility such as a pool, a hot tub and a sauna.
- the sensor pod can sense one or more chemistry values such as pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, and cyanuric acid levels.
- the sensor pod uploads the one or more chemistry values to a server.
- the chemistry values are processed and analyzed at the server against a set of target or ideal level values to obtain a set of output chemistry values and based upon the output values a message is sent to a customer.
- the message can instruct the customer to apply remedial steps to normalize the facility's chemistry values as needed.
- the water chemistry sensor 100 comprises one or more water chemistry sensors 105 for sensing one or more chemistry values of the recreational water facility, a control device 115 and an upload module 115 .
- the control device 115 receives a signal from the one or more water chemistry sensors 105 and sends a signal to the upload module 125 which uploads water chemistry data to a remote location.
- the upload module 125 is configured to upload water chemistry data to a remotely located server.
- the one or more chemistry sensors 105 are configured to sense one or more of pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, and cyanuric acid levels. Additionally, in some embodiments, the one or more water chemistry sensors 105 are also configured to sense a water temperature of the recreational water facility. In some embodiments, the recreational water facility comprises a pool, a hot tub or a sauna.
- the upload module 125 is configured to upload one or more of the chemistry values to a remotely located server. For example, in some embodiments, the upload module 125 uploads the one or more chemistry values to a server located at a remote storage facility.
- the one or more sensed chemistry values are processed and analyzed at the server. Specifically, the one or more sensed chemistry values are compared against a set of target or ideal level values to obtain a set of output chemistry values and based upon the output values a message is sent to a customer. For example, in some embodiments, if the one or more sensed chemistry values are equal to the target or ideal level values, then a message is sent to the customer that the chemistry of the pool is okay and that changes are not needed.
- a message is sent to the customer that the chemistry of the pool is not okay and that changes are needed. If the one or more sensed chemistry values, are not okay, then the server can send a message to the customer along with recommendations with remedial steps.
- the server sends the message to a device of the customer, such as a smart phone, tablet, tablet PC, or PC.
- the message is automatically sent to the customer.
- the customer can log into the server to obtain the output chemistry values and/or recommended remedial steps.
- the water chemistry sensor or sensor pod 100 comprises a floating device which floats on the water of the recreational water facility.
- the water chemistry sensor or sensor pod 100 is embedded within a water or pump line of the recreational water facility.
- the water chemistry sensor or sensor pod 100 can be located at any appropriately desired location of the recreational water facility.
- the water chemistry sensor or sensor pod 100 can be embedded within a pool sweep or a floating chemical dispenser of the recreational water facility.
- the sensor pod 100 communicates with the remotely located server by communicating with a wireless network such as a WiFi network.
- the sensor pod 100 can communicate with the server using any appropriately desired network.
- the water chemistry monitoring system 200 comprises a water chemistry sensor or sensor pod 100 for sensing one or more chemistry values of a recreational water facility and a server 210 configured for receiving the one or more chemistry values sensed by the water chemistry sensor or sensor pod 100 .
- the water chemistry sensor 100 comprises one or more water chemistry sensors 105 for sensing one or more chemistry values of the recreational water facility, a control device 115 and an upload module 125 .
- the control device 115 receives a signal from the one or more water chemistry sensors 105 and sends a signal to the upload module 125 which uploads water chemistry data to a remote location.
- the received chemistry values are processed and analyzed at the server 210 against a set of target chemistry values to obtain a set of output chemistry values.
- the received chemistry values are stored to obtain a historical record of chemistry values for the recreational water facility.
- the recreational water facility comprises a pool, a hot tub or a sauna.
- the one or more sensed chemistry values are compared against a set of target or ideal level values to obtain a set of output chemistry values and based upon the output values a message is sent to an electronic device 220 of a customer.
- a set of output chemistry values is automatically sent to the electronic device 220 by a transmitter 215 at the server 210 .
- the electronic device comprises a smart phone, tablet, tablet PC, or PC.
- the desired or target chemistry values are values set by the customer.
- the desired or target chemistry values are baseline values that can be set according to industry standard norms and procedures.
- the server can send a message to the customer along with recommendations with remedial steps. In some embodiments, the message is automatically sent to the customer. Alternatively, the customer can log into the server to obtain the output chemistry values and/or recommended remedial steps. Additionally, in some embodiments, the electronic device 220 communicates with the recreational water facility and/or the sensor pod 100 to implement the recommendations.
- FIG. 3 illustrates a method of monitoring the water chemistry of a recreational water facility.
- the method begins in the step 310 .
- one or more chemistry values are sensed and in the step 330 , the one or more chemistry values are uploaded to a server.
- the chemistry values comprise one or more of pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, and cyanuric acid levels.
- the one or more sensed chemistry values are processed and analyzed at the server.
- one or more recommendations and/or recommended remedial steps is sent to a customer based upon the analyzed values.
- the one or more sensed chemistry values are compared against a set of target or ideal level values to obtain a set of output chemistry values and based upon the output values a message is sent to an electronic device of a customer.
- the electronic device comprises a smart phone, tablet, tablet PC, or PC.
- the desired or target chemistry values are values set by the customer.
- the desired or target chemistry values are baseline values that can be set according to industry standard norms and procedures.
- the server can send a message to the customer along with recommendations with remedial steps. In some embodiments, the message is automatically sent to the customer. Alternatively, the customer can log into the server to obtain the output chemistry values and/or recommended remedial steps.
- a sensor pod is used to analyze one or more chemistry values of a recreational water facility such as a pool, a hot tub and a sauna.
- the sensor pod can sense one or more chemistry values such as pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, and cyanuric acid levels.
- the sensor pod uploads the one or more chemistry values to a server.
- the chemistry values are processed and analyzed at the server against a set of target or ideal level values to obtain a set of output chemistry values and based upon the output values a message is sent to a customer.
- the message can instruct the customer to apply remedial steps to normalize the facility's chemistry values as needed.
- the system and method as described herein enable a customer and a service to remotely monitor the chemistry of a recreational water facility to ensure that the chemistry values of the facility remain consistent and within the desired levels. Additionally, because the remedial message is sent directly to the customer, the customer is saved from having to call a technician or other service and can maintain the water facility themselves. Accordingly, the systems for and methods of remotely monitoring chemistry values of recreation facilities as described herein has many advantages.
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A sensor pod is used to analyze one or more chemistry values of a recreational water facility such as a pool, a hot tub and a sauna. The sensor pod can sense one or more chemistry values such as pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, and cyanuric acid levels. The sensor pod uploads the one or more chemistry values to a server. The chemistry values are processed and analyzed at the server against a set of target or ideal level values to obtain a set of output chemistry values and based upon the output values a message is sent to a customer. The message can instructs the customer to apply remedial steps to normalize the chemistry values as needed. The message can instruct the customer and/or a pool owner to apply remedial steps to normalize the chemistry values as needed.
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- This application is a continuation of the co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/253,555, filed Aug. 31, 2016, and titled “System for and Method Remotely Monitoring Chemistry of Recreational Water Facilities,” which claims the benefit of U.S. provisional application, Ser. No. 62/212,437, filed Aug. 31, 2015, and titled“WiFi/APP POOL WATER SENSOR,” both of which are hereby incorporated by reference in their entireties.
- The present invention is generally directed to recreational water facilities. More specifically, the present invention is directed to monitoring and controlling water chemistries in recreational water facilities.
- In recreational water facilities such as pools, spas, and hot tubs, water chemistry must be properly balanced. Water chemistry imbalances, however slight, can pose health and maintenance risks. Swimmers can be exposed to dangerous amounts of bacteria when pH values are too high and to eye and skin irritants when pH values are too low. Structures, such as circulation equipment, sanitation components, and pool surfaces can be corroded and otherwise damaged; repairs can be costly and time consuming. To reduce these risks, water chemistry must be properly monitored and maintained within predetermined levels.
- A sensor pod is used to analyze one or more chemistry values of a recreational water facility such as a pool, a hot tub and a sauna. The sensor pod can sense one or more chemistry values such as pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, and cyanuric acid levels. The sensor pod uploads the one or more chemistry values to a server. The chemistry values are processed and analyzed at the server against a set of target or ideal level values to obtain a set of output chemistry values and based upon the output values a message is automatically sent to a customer. The message can instruct the customer and/or a pool owner to apply remedial steps to normalize the chemistry values as needed.
- In one aspect, a water chemistry monitoring system for a recreational water facility comprises a water chemistry sensor for sensing one or more chemistry values of the recreational water facility, a server configured for receiving the one or more chemistry values sensed by the sensor and comparing the values against a set of target chemistry values at the server to obtain a set of output chemistry values, and a transmitter that automatically sends a message to a customer based upon the output chemistry values. In some embodiments, the one or more chemistry values comprise one or more of pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, cyanuric acid, and temperature. In some embodiments, the message comprises a message indicating the one or more chemistry output chemistry values are within the targeted range. Alternatively, the message comprises a message indicating the one or more chemistry output chemistry values are not within the targeted range. In some embodiments, the message comprises one or more recommended remedial steps. In some embodiments, the message is sent to a customer's smart device.
- In a further aspect, a method of monitoring the water chemistry of a recreational water facility, the method comprising sensing one or more water chemistry values of the recreational water facility, uploading the one or more chemistry values to a server, analyzing the one or more chemistry values, and based upon the one analyzed chemistry values, sending a message to a customer with a specific recommendation. In some embodiments, the one or more chemistry values comprise one or more of pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, cyanuric acid, and temperature. The one or more sensed chemistry values are analyzed against a set of target chemistry values. In some embodiments, the message comprises a message indicating the one or more chemistry output chemistry values are within the targeted range. Alternatively, the message comprises a message indicating the one or more chemistry output chemistry values are not within the targeted range. In some embodiments, the message comprises one or more recommended remedial steps. In some embodiments, the message is sent to a customer's smart device.
- Several example embodiments are described with reference to the drawings, wherein like components are provided with like reference numerals. The example embodiments are intended to illustrate, but not to limit, the invention. The drawings include the following figures:
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FIG. 1 illustrates a schematic view of a water chemistry sensor, in accordance with some embodiments. -
FIG. 2 illustrates a water chemistry monitoring system, in accordance with some embodiments. -
FIG. 3 illustrates a method of monitoring the water chemistry of a water facility, in accordance with some embodiments. - Embodiments of the invention are directed to a sensor pod in cooperation with a remotely located server used to analyze one or more chemistry values of a recreational water facility such as a pool, a hot tub and a sauna. The sensor pod can sense one or more chemistry values such as pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, and cyanuric acid levels. The sensor pod uploads the one or more chemistry values to a server. The chemistry values are processed and analyzed at the server against a set of target or ideal level values to obtain a set of output chemistry values and based upon the output values a message is sent to a customer. The message can instruct the customer to apply remedial steps to normalize the facility's chemistry values as needed.
- Reference will now be made in detail to implementations of system for and method of remotely monitoring the chemistry of recreational water facilities as illustrated in the accompanying drawings. The same reference indicators will be used throughout the drawings and the following detailed description to refer to the same or like parts. In the interest of clarity, not all of the routine features of the implementations described herein are shown and described. It will be appreciated that in the development of any such actual implementation, numerous implementation-specific decisions can be made in order to achieve the developer's specific goals, such as compliance with application and business related constraints, and that these specific goals will vary from one implementation to another and from one developer to another. Moreover, it will be appreciated that such a development effort might be complex and time-consuming, but would nevertheless be a routine undertaking of engineering for those of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of this disclosure.
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FIG. 1 , a water chemistry sensor orsensor pod 100 is depicted therein. As shown withinFIG. 1 , thewater chemistry sensor 100 comprises one or morewater chemistry sensors 105 for sensing one or more chemistry values of the recreational water facility, acontrol device 115 and anupload module 115. Thecontrol device 115 receives a signal from the one or morewater chemistry sensors 105 and sends a signal to theupload module 125 which uploads water chemistry data to a remote location. For example, in some embodiments, theupload module 125 is configured to upload water chemistry data to a remotely located server. In some embodiments, the one ormore chemistry sensors 105 are configured to sense one or more of pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, and cyanuric acid levels. Additionally, in some embodiments, the one or morewater chemistry sensors 105 are also configured to sense a water temperature of the recreational water facility. In some embodiments, the recreational water facility comprises a pool, a hot tub or a sauna. - In some embodiments, the
upload module 125 is configured to upload one or more of the chemistry values to a remotely located server. For example, in some embodiments, theupload module 125 uploads the one or more chemistry values to a server located at a remote storage facility. In some embodiments, the one or more sensed chemistry values are processed and analyzed at the server. Specifically, the one or more sensed chemistry values are compared against a set of target or ideal level values to obtain a set of output chemistry values and based upon the output values a message is sent to a customer. For example, in some embodiments, if the one or more sensed chemistry values are equal to the target or ideal level values, then a message is sent to the customer that the chemistry of the pool is okay and that changes are not needed. Alternatively, in some embodiments, if the one or more sensed chemistry values are not within the threshold values, then a message is sent to the customer that the chemistry of the pool is not okay and that changes are needed. If the one or more sensed chemistry values, are not okay, then the server can send a message to the customer along with recommendations with remedial steps. - In some embodiments, the server sends the message to a device of the customer, such as a smart phone, tablet, tablet PC, or PC. In some embodiments, the message is automatically sent to the customer. Alternatively, the customer can log into the server to obtain the output chemistry values and/or recommended remedial steps.
- In some embodiments, the water chemistry sensor or
sensor pod 100 comprises a floating device which floats on the water of the recreational water facility. Alternatively, in some embodiments, the water chemistry sensor orsensor pod 100 is embedded within a water or pump line of the recreational water facility. Particularly, the water chemistry sensor orsensor pod 100 can be located at any appropriately desired location of the recreational water facility. For example, in some embodiments, the water chemistry sensor orsensor pod 100 can be embedded within a pool sweep or a floating chemical dispenser of the recreational water facility. In some embodiments, thesensor pod 100 communicates with the remotely located server by communicating with a wireless network such as a WiFi network. However, thesensor pod 100 can communicate with the server using any appropriately desired network. - Referring now to
FIG. 2 , a water chemistry monitoring system is depicted therein. The waterchemistry monitoring system 200 comprises a water chemistry sensor orsensor pod 100 for sensing one or more chemistry values of a recreational water facility and aserver 210 configured for receiving the one or more chemistry values sensed by the water chemistry sensor orsensor pod 100. As described above, in some embodiments, thewater chemistry sensor 100 comprises one or morewater chemistry sensors 105 for sensing one or more chemistry values of the recreational water facility, acontrol device 115 and an uploadmodule 125. Thecontrol device 115 receives a signal from the one or morewater chemistry sensors 105 and sends a signal to the uploadmodule 125 which uploads water chemistry data to a remote location. The received chemistry values are processed and analyzed at theserver 210 against a set of target chemistry values to obtain a set of output chemistry values. In some embodiments, the received chemistry values are stored to obtain a historical record of chemistry values for the recreational water facility. In some embodiments, the recreational water facility comprises a pool, a hot tub or a sauna. - As described above, the one or more sensed chemistry values are compared against a set of target or ideal level values to obtain a set of output chemistry values and based upon the output values a message is sent to an
electronic device 220 of a customer. Particularly, after the chemistry values have been analyzed, a set of output chemistry values is automatically sent to theelectronic device 220 by atransmitter 215 at theserver 210. - In some embodiments, the electronic device comprises a smart phone, tablet, tablet PC, or PC. In some embodiments, the desired or target chemistry values are values set by the customer. Alternatively, the desired or target chemistry values are baseline values that can be set according to industry standard norms and procedures.
- If the one or more sensed chemistry values are equal to the target or ideal level values, then a message is sent to the customer that the chemistry of the pool is okay and that changes are not needed. Alternatively, in some embodiments, if the one or more sensed chemistry values are not within the threshold values, then a message is sent to the customer that the chemistry of the pool is not okay and that changes are needed. If the one or more sensed chemistry values, are not okay, then the server can send a message to the customer along with recommendations with remedial steps. In some embodiments, the message is automatically sent to the customer. Alternatively, the customer can log into the server to obtain the output chemistry values and/or recommended remedial steps. Additionally, in some embodiments, the
electronic device 220 communicates with the recreational water facility and/or thesensor pod 100 to implement the recommendations. -
FIG. 3 illustrates a method of monitoring the water chemistry of a recreational water facility. The method begins in thestep 310. In thestep 320, one or more chemistry values are sensed and in thestep 330, the one or more chemistry values are uploaded to a server. In some embodiments, the chemistry values comprise one or more of pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, and cyanuric acid levels. Then, in thestep 340, the one or more sensed chemistry values are processed and analyzed at the server. In thestep 350, one or more recommendations and/or recommended remedial steps is sent to a customer based upon the analyzed values. - As described above, the one or more sensed chemistry values are compared against a set of target or ideal level values to obtain a set of output chemistry values and based upon the output values a message is sent to an electronic device of a customer. In some embodiments, the electronic device comprises a smart phone, tablet, tablet PC, or PC. In some embodiments, the desired or target chemistry values are values set by the customer. Alternatively, the desired or target chemistry values are baseline values that can be set according to industry standard norms and procedures.
- If the one or more sensed chemistry values are equal to the target or ideal level values, then a message is sent to the customer that the chemistry of the pool is okay and that changes are not needed. Alternatively, in some embodiments, if the one or more sensed chemistry values are not within the threshold values, then a message is sent to the customer that the chemistry of the pool is not okay and that changes are needed. If the one or more sensed chemistry values, are not okay, then the server can send a message to the customer along with recommendations with remedial steps. In some embodiments, the message is automatically sent to the customer. Alternatively, the customer can log into the server to obtain the output chemistry values and/or recommended remedial steps.
- In operation, a sensor pod is used to analyze one or more chemistry values of a recreational water facility such as a pool, a hot tub and a sauna. The sensor pod can sense one or more chemistry values such as pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, and cyanuric acid levels. The sensor pod uploads the one or more chemistry values to a server. The chemistry values are processed and analyzed at the server against a set of target or ideal level values to obtain a set of output chemistry values and based upon the output values a message is sent to a customer. The message can instruct the customer to apply remedial steps to normalize the facility's chemistry values as needed. Particularly, the system and method as described herein enable a customer and a service to remotely monitor the chemistry of a recreational water facility to ensure that the chemistry values of the facility remain consistent and within the desired levels. Additionally, because the remedial message is sent directly to the customer, the customer is saved from having to call a technician or other service and can maintain the water facility themselves. Accordingly, the systems for and methods of remotely monitoring chemistry values of recreation facilities as described herein has many advantages.
- The present invention has been described in terms of specific embodiments incorporating details to facilitate the understanding of the principles of construction and operation of the invention. Such references, herein, to specific embodiments and details thereof are not intended to limit the scope of the claims appended hereto. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that modifications can be made in the embodiments chosen for illustration without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.
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1: A remote water chemistry monitoring system for a recreational water facility comprising:
a water chemistry sensor configured for embedding within a pool sweep, the water chemistry sensor for sensing one or more chemistry values of water of the recreational water facility; and
a server configured for receiving the one or more chemistry values sensed by the sensor, comparing the values against a set of target chemistry values to determine whether the chemistry values are normalized, and automatically sending a message to a smart device based upon a result of the comparing step.
2: The chemistry monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more chemistry values comprise one or more of pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, cyanuric acid, and temperature.
3: The chemistry monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein the message indicates that the one or more chemistry values are normalized.
4: The chemistry monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein the message indicates that the one or more chemistry values are not normalized.
5: The chemistry monitoring system of claim 4 , wherein the message comprises one or more recommended remedial steps to be applied to the water to normalize the one or more chemistry values.
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7: A method of monitoring water chemistry of a recreational water facility, the method comprising:
sensing in a pool sweep one or more chemistry values of water of the recreational water facility;
uploading the one or more chemistry values to a server;
analyzing, at the server, the one or more chemistry values to determine whether the one or more chemistry values are normalized; and
based upon a result of the analyzing step, transmitting from the server to a smart device a message comprising a recommendation for normalizing the one or more chemistry values.
8: The method of claim 7 , wherein the one or more chemistry values comprise one or more of pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, cyanuric acid, and temperature.
9: The method of claim 7 , wherein the analyzing comprises comparing the one or more chemistry values against a set of target chemistry values.
10: The method of claim 7 , wherein the message indicates that the one or more chemistry values are normalized.
11: The method of claim 7 , wherein the message indicates that the one or more chemistry values are not normalized.
12: The method of claim 7 , wherein the message comprises one or more recommended remedial steps to normalize the one or more chemistry values.
13. (canceled)
14: The chemistry monitoring system of claim 1 , further comprising a pool sweep housing the sensor.
15: The method of claim 5 , wherein the smart device communicates with the sensor to implement the remedial steps on the water.
16: The method of claim 7 , further comprising storing a historical record of chemistry values over time.
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