Posted: 7/23/2017, InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. I just had a brand new Hayward H150 Natural Gas heater installed…. Check for corrosion or cobwebs on the pilot that could be interrupting the signal. bought a brand new Hayward H100 Your email address will not be published. Is your heater lashing an error code? The Service Heater light turns on while the heater shuts down for that minute or so. have anyone came across this fault ever. If you yourself in this scenario, this blog article is for you. Sorry, your question got skipped, fell behind because of vacation. Service indicated not low on Freon. Matt- I bought a house with a smaller in-ground pool (approx 15′ x 30′, 3.5′ shallow, 5′ deep) that has a gas powered Raypak P-R206A-EN-C. Heater is 9 years old, worked great last summer- would heat the pool to temp in an hour or so, with very warm- almost hot- water pumped into the pool. Took out my cartridge filters and cleaned them. This year when I tried using it for the first time the breaker would trip every time the compressor would try to kick on.  Posted: 6/14/2016, Laura Leak stopped. Hayward's pool heater saves money by being the most energy efficient solution for any pool/spa. In today’s episode of Poolside Chat, Rob and Matt tackle another common swimming pool question:  I’m building a pool with a... ​One thing we would suggest to every new pool owner is to get familiar with pool basics. There is no cracks in the standpipe, the o-ring is good on it. I installed this into my Hayward H400 and had issues from the start. If you are lucky, you may be able to replace one or two damaged components. Smith pool/pump motor about 4 years old and it keeps shutting off with about 3 hours of operation. Anyway, regarding the code, I believe that it is a gas line issue, I will be installing a new gas line and regulator and see of that helps. I sent the speck es90ll back and installed a pentair superflo model 340038 and it works flawlessly. It's still running to hot to touch after 10 minutes or so. If there is no gas coming from the energized pilot valve, replace valve. However fan motors run until compressor comes on. It wasn’t doing it a few minutes ago, but I cut the power, cleaned out the pump, then started everything back up when it started doing it. When a furnace starts and shuts off, it could be a sign that you have low airflow. CHECK CAPACITOR CONTINUITY - Check for continuity of the capacitors. I replaced the bezel and keyboard assembly as old unit was not working at all. Check you supply voltage. The voltage is 118,119 receptively to the leads. Pull the red wires and jump them with a paper clip and run. Is the heater hooked up to an automated control or is it standalone? Heats up about 2 – 2.5 F / hr. If we have 24 volts at the valve, then the valve could be bad or stuck. try to get this resolved before your warranty runs out. The best thing to do is to call the heat pump service line 800-375-7378, and they can walk you through the process. Thanks. I don’t heat my pool so I never use it but I do turn it on once or twice a year for about five minutes to make sure it’s working, which right now it fires up just fine. A common problem when running unit on spa only exists in the summer when spa temperature of about 100° F is reached and the unit shuts off with the ‘HI’ fault. If your heater is undersized, it will have problems heating your pool up. Cleaners . Is the water to temp when the pump shuts off? If the unit is still running after 2 minutes, turn off the power to the unit and contact HAYWARD for service. Heater turmed on then one minute later turned off says 79 on display. Adin. I will look up the manual to see if I can find any better info on the location of the sensor. If so, that would be important info to know. No code is present. It worked for one night on the hot tub, and then i got the ao code again. A dirty filter can prevent a heater from firing and it can also cause your heater to shut off before warming the water to the desired temperature. But that is just a guess until I have the above info. My pool heater runs for 6 to 10 seconds then shuts off ive checked all the sensors and switches the fan runs all - Answered by a verified Pool and Spa Expert ... it turns on the blower and then just as the heater ignites, the service light comes on.  Posted: 5/12/2019, InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. No odd sounds when it is running. Any idea. If no pilot, confirm that gas in turned on at the shutoff and on the gas valve in the heater. I have a Raypak 280 swim pool heater and the temp is set 32 Deg. Check the Thermal regulator. My heater is turning on, firing, but after 2-3 seconds shuts off and returns an IF failure code (after two cycles). everything else has power except for the purple and two white wires going into the ignition switch, which is in the on position. Pump is less than a year old. My raypak heater is throwing a roll back code at me three years old. Can you tell where the sound is coming from within the heater? Joe, I have the exact same issue.  Posted: 5/31/2017, InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Wont turn back on to heat pool. Do i need a new motor and if so how can Century replace my motor themselves if I'm under warranty. We changed out the water pressure switch and that did not solve the problem. Heat pumps and specifically AquaCals are more intricate then I feel comfortable troubleshooting. Turns on for a minute then shuts down. One customer found that this helped keep his motor significantly cooler. Could this still be the capacitor? Nothing else on circuit. It used to heat to 100 in about a half hour. One side is suction and the other is discharge. Will heater go into standby mode when pump shuts down from timer? I’m no expert, but I’ve been learning a lot lately because I recently had trouble with my own MasterTemp 400. Usually, this occurs if there was water left to freeze in the bottom of the header, and the ice forces the sensor upward; then the sensor is reading cabinet temp rather than water temp. Check water flow. Any other suggestions? What happened to him?? ANY suggestions? I read everything about D.E. I have a Sta-Rite Max-E-Therm 333 Model SR333NA. Yes, it should shut off once the heater senses the drop in water flow.  Posted: 12/19/2016, holiday inn Any suggestions? Pool Heater Turns ON and OFF (Cycles) If your swimming pool heater is cycling ON and OFF, it is an early indication that the electrical connection or power supply is experiencing issues. I just replaced my pool pump ( speck es90 II) with a new one. Make sure to keep your valves open as to not prevent the water flow. well before it has reached the set temperature. Make sure you have installed the temperature sensor correctly and it is in good condition. My first thought/question, why didn’t you buy a propane heater to begin with? This is an excerpt from the MasterTemp troubleshooting guide. Are there any other signs when the heater shuts down? What should I do? I will say my motor has been acting up and is ready to go!!! Is your pool water chemistry consistently and accurately balanced? Do I need to replace the motor? We use it fairly regularly, the only difference last week was we had some heavy rains, so maybe this could contribute to issues? I can't determine what the issue is based on the description provided. Same thing. Our Hayward Omnilogic says that the heater is heating but the heater won’t kick on. Shouldn’t the heat pump power off when the pump is not running? Please help....thank you, Kevin - This is a strange one. Oversized wire by one size just in case. I have taken apart the Hayward 4820 filter over and over. It got a little splashed from the filter being open when I cut the pump back on. Keeps throwing the breaker at the Pentair panel after 1 hour of operation. James. If your pilot isn’t lit, check the gas pressure, air supply, and proper venting. Bad valve or improper water flow Check valve settings and ensure water flow is sufficient (is the filter pump running continually?) If your heater shuts off before warming the water to the desired temperature, it may be the result of a dirty filter or an improperly set timer. Our home warranty replaced the heater today (Hayward 400FDP) after 2 hours the water went from 56 to 78. Low water flow is normally the problem. If it was just installed and you are having issues, you should get the company back out there to take a look at the heater. What does Option valve light on mean on a Hayward pro logic control panel mean? Test your water before adjusting your chemical levels. Any way to improve it by maintenance or adjusment? Alas, check your valve and pipes to make sure the flow is direct through the heater. My gas heat to the unit there is no power to the unit. Pool pump on – it fires up fine within 15 seconds or so. It says Water temp 81 degrees. Hi,I have a Raypak 266 heater about 7 years old, everything is running fine. I suggest contacting Zodiac (Jandy) to see if they can walk you through a troubleshoot or can have a tech come out. Increasing pressure goes hand in hand with the decrease of water flow. Londoaleksandra - Your motor may be jammed. If the pressure sensor, thermal regulator, or high limit switch is faulty, corroded, or defective- replace it. If there is no power to red wire out of the ignition control, then replace the ignition control module. You will need to be at the unit and will need serial number and date of installation handy. I’d check your filter’s current psi level, then give it a thorough backwash or spray down the cartridges. Image via YourPoolHQ. 2 = = 4) 8) Pool … There is plenty of propane. In the interim, I would have suggested contacting the manufacturer for their expertise. Is it normal heating speed? The outside circuit breaker for the heater tripped. Any idea what the problem is? The heater seemed to be getting hot. Gas valve opened, heater lit….then gas shut off after about 5 seconds. Everything seems to be working fine, with the exception, that the heater is always ON. Thinking motherboard or gas valve. Pump ran fine on 120 VAC earlier this summer.  Posted: 6/27/2017, Graham Pentair Mastertemp Heater 460736 400K BTU Natural Gas. The heater heated all the way to 104 degrees without a problem and then set the temp on the PDA to 76 deg (The 10k resistor simulated a temp of 77 deg) and the heater shut off, like it should. There are no diagnostics LEDs that flash. LO – Water Pressure Switch, Vent Pressure Switch, or Temperature Limit Switch Fault. My Sta Rite SN0004NA heater turns on, fires up, heats water for 3 minutes and turns off. Any thoughts? Is this is a common problem?? Once it cools down, it starts back up again. The pool is now 77F. Was told thermostats Pool company said it was an igniter issue and ordered a new part. This particular issue often occurs if the furnace is located in a crowded storage area or has a block in the … Hi, got a Hayward HP75TR, ’bout 3 years old now. My water pressure was way low - felt in the impeller and seemed clogged up (motor running fine, not overheating) - took housing apart and cleaned all the crap out of the impeller - then put it all back together - turned it on and motor started heating up and shut down - (smelt like burnt wood) - let it cool down and fired it back up - same thing motor got real hot and shut down. Any ideas? Had this problem of the Hayward pool pump overheating and then auto-shutting off in a cycle. Pool heaters do not modulate, they are either on or off- delivering a blended delta T of about 6- 8 degrees (inlet pipe to outlet pipe) no matter the pool or air temperature. Any thoughts on what the issue could be? But, it could be that the heater isn’t correctly wired to the pro logic or that isn’t properly set up in the settings of the pro logic. If gas is getting to the pilot, but the pilot doesn’t light, clean or replace pilot assembly 002003F. Now saying it is the gas pressure. Raise the thermostat to a temperature at least 5 degrees higher than water .  Posted: 5/2/2017, Mommabear A lot depends on what region in which the heater is located, as to the heat rise per hour. If no power, replace the board. I have a Hayward heater and ProLogic unit that operates all equipment. Can I light my pilot light to test it before I turn on the pump and get water flowing through the pool heater. Hayward H-Series Heater ignites and then shuts off. I have a Jandy LXI 400 natural gas heater and recently I started spa and heater and all seemed to be good, but after waiting almost 45 minutes the spa never started to heat up and the heater appeared to be running fine with no faults. If the voltage level is too low, it will cause the motor to overheat. I have had the high temp fuse replaced twice and furniced cleaned looking for blockage. Manufacturers equip swimming pool heaters with pressure sensors. My gas pool heater shut off because of no water flow. Very recently, the pool heater has been going on and off when the pool itself is OFF. Thanks for the help in advance. It was just filled to prep for season.). Or, maybe your heater isn’t generating heat at all. I’d fork out the money for the service call. did you ever find out the problem with excessive heat blower barbs? Possible cause: Thermostat Solution: If your thermostat isn’t set to a temperature higher enough than the temperature of the water, then it won’t signal the heater to turn on at all. I turned on breaker back on and there was a buzzing sound (like it was getting electricity but not moving) after about 30 seconds to 1 min, it shut itself off. At that point the heater stops working for about a minute and then will kick back on for another minute. I checked every grid for rips . I have a 1Hp UST1102 Century pool motor that bought last year around March 2018. I had a pool guy out to look at it due to this issue a month ago. I’m guessing that the service company confirmed that the heater was not shutting off intermittently and was running at a proper delta T. If so, then the heater is doing what it can do, though the water may feel different coming from the return- depending on the pool temp. The unit ignites for about 3 seconds then shuts down, then it tries to fire up again and again with the same result. ELECTRONIC POOL HEATER TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDES. I saw this phenomenon rear its head in a pool just the other day. A solar cover would help with heat loss, but that model heater is very capable of recovering heat loss in that size pool. This will stop your heater for protection. MEASURE SUPPLY VOLTAGE - Use a multimeter to measure the voltage to the motor. I clean the filter. It will fire up and run for 15 seconds and the temp says it goes to 90 and shuts off, then goes back to 81 in 30 seconds and repeats? On the pressure sensor is the water in the tube supposed to go all the way to the switch? We left our pool heater on last night and forgot to remove the pump timer switch so the pump turned off but the heater was still on. 2 hours later got a Error Code E08. Is it coming from the gas line, gas valve or the exchanger? First, we need to know what type of heater it is. 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