My pool started to look a little cloudy last week so I went over to my Hayward SWG Control Panel and saw Low Salt and Check cell were both lit up continuously, I cleaned the cell and no change so I ordered a new cell which arrived tonight I installed it and no change both are still lit up. I also looked over at my heater today and it is showing an "if" code. I was wondering what would be able to cause both issues at the same time or if it was just a coincidence. Both units are Hayward and about 4 years old.
Pool Heater and Salt Water Generator both not working
- Thread starter cbrunocme
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Not that I'm aware of, I bought the house 2 years ago and I have not had any issues until now, I did replace my motor a few weeks ago.
I'm going in order of pushing the button
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You have an ignition failure code on the heater, which could be a bad igniter, or blockage in the gas orifices or burners. Here is a troubleshooting manual that could give you more information.
Edit: JamesW knows his stuff so I would follow his advice first.
Have you checked the salt level for the pool since you replaced the cell?
Edit: JamesW knows his stuff so I would follow his advice first.
Have you checked the salt level for the pool since you replaced the cell?
Most likely, the salt is just too low. Verify with a good test kit like the k-1766.
Is the new cell a t-15?
Try moving the switch to off then back to auto. Wait 10 seconds then go to instant salinity (has a "-" in front).
Is the heater gas valve on?
Is the new cell a t-15?
Try moving the switch to off then back to auto. Wait 10 seconds then go to instant salinity (has a "-" in front).
Is the heater gas valve on?
I was reading up on the IF error code I was just surprised both issues happened at the same time. I have not tested the salt levels I have the test kit out and I'm doing it now
I have a tf-100 kit but there is nothing for the salt so I will get it checked tomorrow.
-2200 on the instant salinity
The new cell is a t-15
Gas valve is on and I can hear it click and can smell the gas briefly when it tries to kick on.
-2200 on the instant salinity
The new cell is a t-15
Gas valve is on and I can hear it click and can smell the gas briefly when it tries to kick on.
Probably just needs salt. Verify salt level, add the correct amount and then retry salt system.
Keep SWG off until salt is completely mixed in.
Keep SWG off until salt is completely mixed in.
The IF code could mean a bad ignitor which does happen often on the Hayward ED units, if that is what you have. It could also be a bad control board where the igniter plugs into. Check out to make sure where the igniter plugs in on the board is not lose. I have sen the solder spots break over time thus causing a similar issue like you are seeing.
Thanks for the help everyone!
The salt was confirmed low at 2200 so I will be adding more tomorrow.
For the heater I found this on another thread and it fired up so I will order a new Flame Sensor.
"Same problem with H250 purchased last year.
I think you have the same problem. Try this (Hayward temp fix). The blower cover on the right side of the blower has holes in it. Cover up half the holes with tape and see if the heater lights and stays lit. If it does you have to replace the flame sensor with the new type. According to Hayward you can operate the heater with the tape in place with no damage. This is a manufacturers defect."
The salt was confirmed low at 2200 so I will be adding more tomorrow.
For the heater I found this on another thread and it fired up so I will order a new Flame Sensor.
"Same problem with H250 purchased last year.
I think you have the same problem. Try this (Hayward temp fix). The blower cover on the right side of the blower has holes in it. Cover up half the holes with tape and see if the heater lights and stays lit. If it does you have to replace the flame sensor with the new type. According to Hayward you can operate the heater with the tape in place with no damage. This is a manufacturers defect."
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What is the exact model of Hayward heater do you have? I'm guessing you have the FD series unit? I have never heard of the "test" that you mentioned above. Can you also copy and paste the link to that thread?
H250FDN
Last night with the tape on, the unit was exhausting steam the whole time so this morning I removed the tape completely and it fired up normally and is not producing any steam.
The Link is from another forum that I got to via Google, but a few people said the tape fixed their issue.
Heater Problem - Page 3 - Swimming Pool Help
Last night with the tape on, the unit was exhausting steam the whole time so this morning I removed the tape completely and it fired up normally and is not producing any steam.
The Link is from another forum that I got to via Google, but a few people said the tape fixed their issue.
Heater Problem - Page 3 - Swimming Pool Help