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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 I know if my salt cell is bad?
Further troubleshooting will be required. If the salt cell bubbles, but only a little bit, then you probably have a bad cell. If the salt cell bubbles vigorously, then it is working fine. If the salt cell is good, but you are are constantly getting a zero chlorine reading in the pool, something else is wrong.
How long does 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 test if chlorinator is working?
On the chlorinator box there should be a light or dial that indicates it is working. Take your test kit and place your thumb over the test tube. Then place it right into the eyeball and take the water. Test the water that water has just left the chlorinator – it should have a very high chlorine reading.
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 do I know if my Hayward salt cell is bad?
Signs of a Potential Problem The power center displays a Check Salt message. The Cell Warning light displays consistently, shutting off for only a short while after cleaning. Voltage is higher than normal. Amperage is irregular (it should normally be zero or just slightly above).
How do I check my 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.
Why is my salt pool not generating chlorine?
Salinity. Chlorine generators need salt to produce chlorine and can’t do so if the amount of salt in the water is too low. The desired salinity level in a saltwater pool is between 2,500 and 3,500 ppm. If your salinity is below 2,500 ppm, the generator will not be able to produce chlorine.
How often should salt cell be cleaned?
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.
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 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.
Why do salt cells stop working?
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.
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 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.
How do I reset my Pentair salt cell?
Press and hold the “More” button for 3 seconds to enter system status mode. All the lights will scroll across the panel, and then go dark. Only the “Power”, “Cell”, “Life”, and “Low” lights will be lit.
How do you troubleshoot a Hayward chlorinator?
The Chlorinator Has an Air Lock An air lock inside the chlorinator can also reduce flow and chlorination. To clear an air lock, remove the lid, then turn on the pump and allow the chlorinator to fill with water. Turn off the pump; replace the lid, and turn the pump back on again.
How do I reset my Hayward salt 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.
