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Post subject: Need a new circuit board ?  Posted: August 11th, 2011, 2:35 pm |
Joined: August 11th, 2011, 9:11 am Posts: 4
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This is a great board ! It is amazing how much information I found here.
I am having problems with my Pool Pilot system after returning from vacation. The pool was green and the control box showed 3 flashing lights. Actions taken: - Cleaned the cell (It was fairly dirty and after cleaning it looks like new) - Cleaned the sensor (just in case the readings were off) - Added shock, salt and acid in an attempt to restore to the chemical balance
After all this, there were still 3 flashing lights. Next step was to verify the control box: - Doing the Diagnostics, it showed no voltage and minimal current
Verified the fuses and found the ceramic fuse to be faulty. Replaced the fuse.
The indicator lights now flash twice (at least a difference). The Diagnostics show active voltage and current.
Please advice. Is my circuit board broken?
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Post subject: Re: Need a new circuit board ?  Posted: August 12th, 2011, 6:16 am |
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Joined: May 20th, 2007, 4:29 pm Posts: 3053 Location: South Central NJ
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Check the cell's cord, especially the connectors.
Scott
_________________ Owner of - PoolGuyNJ LLC Expert Pool and Spa Repairs, Renovations, and Augmentation. Helping people decide what is the right gear for meeting their needs. Expectations Set, Expectations Met, No Surprises.
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Post subject: Re: Need a new circuit board ?  Posted: August 12th, 2011, 6:35 am |
Joined: August 11th, 2011, 9:11 am Posts: 4
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Thanks. I rechecked the cord. It is about 2 years old and it was replaced with the last cell.
All connectors are clean and connected solid.
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Post subject: Re: Need a new circuit board ?  Posted: August 15th, 2011, 5:48 am |
Joined: August 11th, 2011, 9:11 am Posts: 4
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I had the water checked last week and it was recommended to add to bags. The salt level is about 4000 per the reading of the diagnostics.
The situation has actually changed over the weekend. I also added 4 pouches of shock to be able to see the bottom of the pool again. The water is clear now and the service indicator light switched off. Does this mean the machine is functioning again or is there enough clorine that it does not need to generate anything?
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Post subject: Re: Need a new circuit board ?  Posted: August 17th, 2011, 10:26 am |
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Joined: April 15th, 2007, 9:48 pm Posts: 1203 Location: Ft Lauderdale, Florida
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So, did you have an opportunity to verify the salt level? Your diagnostic display of 4000 ppm may need to be calibrated. Adding two bags of salt and seeing the error message go away CAN indicate that you're actually low on salt.
_________________ Sean Assam
Commercial Products Sales Manager
Aqua Cal Heat Pumps
AutoPilot Salt Chlorine Generators
www.autopilot.com
www.aquacal.com
sean@teamhorner.com
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Post subject: Re: Need a new circuit board ?  Posted: August 17th, 2011, 12:14 pm |
Joined: August 11th, 2011, 9:11 am Posts: 4
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I just checked at the store and the reading is 3500.
The double flashing light is back.
Ran the diagnostics again: Salt indicator is 4200 Voltage is now 14 Current is 45
Regards,
Paul
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Post subject: Re: Need a new circuit board ?  Posted: August 17th, 2011, 11:54 pm |
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Joined: April 15th, 2007, 9:48 pm Posts: 1203 Location: Ft Lauderdale, Florida
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I'm assuming you mean 4.5 amps for the current. Are you on Cell Power 1?
This is basic, but, did you check your cell for scale formation on the blades?
If you're comfortable with a voltmeter, verify the voltage to the Soft Touch.
_________________ Sean Assam
Commercial Products Sales Manager
Aqua Cal Heat Pumps
AutoPilot Salt Chlorine Generators
www.autopilot.com
www.aquacal.com
sean@teamhorner.com
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