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“Check salt” light on power center indicates problem but a routine water sample inspection shows salt levels are fine. Power center’s “Cell warning” light comes on and turns off after a cleaning but back on soon afterward. Voltage (higher than normal) and amperage (usually zero) level will show irregular readings.
How do I know if my salt cell needs replacing?
What Are Some Signs That Your Salt Cell May Need Replacing? Looking worse for wear, it’s lost a few plates and the acid baths just aren’t working. Your pool is starting to turn green or cloudy, even though your chlorinator is turned up to 100%.
How do you test a Hayward salt Cell?
Turn off the power to the system and deactivate the pool pump before removing the Turbo Cell. Remove the Turbo Cell. Once removed, look through the cell and inspect for scale formation (light colored crusty or flaky deposits) on the plates and for debris that is caught on the plates.
How long should a pool salt cell last?
This is all possible thanks to your pool’s salt chlorine generator cell. With proper care, a cell will last about five years. Eventually, though, it will need to be replaced.
How do you know if your chlorinator is not working?
Signs that indicate that your system is not working include: Low chlorine levels in the pool water. No Flow indication on the flow monitor. Corroded plates. Indicator lights signaling cell damage.
How often should I clean my salt cell?
How often should my salt cell be cleaned? Clean salt cells when scale develops on the metallic (titanium) grids, or once per season at the very least. Too frequent cleaning will erode the coating on the grids, which is what makes them work.
What causes a salt cell to fail?
Salt cells fail for a few different reasons, the main reason being lack of proper maintenance. It is very important to check the cell regularly for excessive buildup. Use a cleaning kit designed for salt cells to keep the plates clear of buildup. Another common cause of salt cell failure is improper water balance.
How do you reset a salt cell?
To reset, move the switch to ‘Off’ and then back to ‘Auto’. Wait for the relay to click (5 to 10 seconds). When the instant salt level is stable (and the negative sign still present), slide switch to ‘Super Chlorinate’ and back to ‘Auto’. It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to settle back on the default reading.
How do I know if my salt water chlorinator is working?
The easiest way to ascertain if the chlorinator is working is to make sure the cell is clean by checking the needle or production lights. Ensure there is enough salt in the pool. On the chlorinator box there should be a light or dial that indicates it is working.
How do I reset my Hayward salt Cell inspect cell?
Reset AquaRite Salt Chlorination Inspect Cell Light If the Inspect Cell Light is the only LED light flashing, then you can reset it by simply holding down the diagnostic button for 3 seconds, then release. The Inspect Cell indicator will now reset and will later come back on after another 500 hours of use.
Can you repair a salt cell?
Salt chlorine generators require some maintenance and repair. Chances are at some point you will face an expensive repair to your salt system, either a new salt cell, or a new control board. Both of these repairs can approach half the cost of a new system.
Can you use vinegar to clean a salt cell?
As a thumb rule, go for a mild solution with a perfect blend of water and vinegar. Soak the saltwater cell or hot tubs (as the case may be) in a container with vinegar solution for a night. The solution can remove all sorts of remaining debris within a fortnight.
Should I remove salt cell for winter?
While this can be true depending on your location, during the colder months you risk the potential of water damage due to freezing throughout your salt cell and equipment. Manufacturers will most likely advise you to remove, clean, and store the unit indoors to avoid any damage.
Can a chlorinator cell be repaired?
Obviously in this scenario, you will need to either replace or repair the controller. Again some key considerations when looking at chlorinator repairs are that the cost to repair the control unit can be as much as half the cost of a complete new system, including the salt cell.
Can too much salt damage a chlorinator?
Over-salting will not harm your chlorine generator, but it will lead to salty tasting water. If levels exceed 6500 ppm the chlorinator is programmed to protect itself by alerting the user that there are high salinity levels in the pool. To reduce the salt level, drain some water and refill the pool with fresh water.
What percentage should my salt cell be set at?
We suggest you start your salt chlorine generator at 50 percent output and run it for a couple of days, then check the chlorine level. In a balanced pool, a good chlorine level is 1-3 parts per million. If your chlorine levels are low, you can raise the percentage, and if it’s high you can lower the percentage.
