Power Light on Chlorinator

[sunny8088]

Suddenly on my AquaRite Salt Chlorinator Power light went off.

When I start the pump GENERATING comes on for while & that too goes off

Any idea ?

 

[Bama Rambler]

Sounds like you need to read the aquarite thread. :-(

 

[sunny8088]

Sounds like you need to read the aquarite thread. :-(

Sorry did not knew there is separate thread .

Thanks

 

[sunny8088]

Can you please send me the link

Thanks

 

[sunny8088]

Mod Edit: Please do not start multiple threads on the same topic. Thanks, moderator linen

My Power light is not LIT,

When pump starts the GENERATING light come on for few minutes then that too goes OFF

Thanks

 

[sunny8088]

Found it thanks

 

[sunny8088]

No one is replying on Chlorinator thread.

Thanks

 

[JamesW]

Remove the front cover plate and check the inrush current limiter on the circuit board. Quarter size black disc.

 

[sunny8088]

What do I need to check on this

 

[JamesW]

See if it's cracked or burned. Turn power off to unit before removing cover plate.

 

[sunny8088]

I see a black color round shape with two legs on it , it has VERY tiny crack on it ?

IS that normal , IF not what next

 

[JamesW]

If it's cracked, then it's probably bad. It can be replaced. Is your unit under warranty? Can you post a picture of the limiter?

 

[sunny8088]

I will take picture, No its not in warranty

 

[JamesW]

I think that the limiter is most likely the bad part. This should be the part you need:

http://www.digikey.com/product-detail/e ... ND/2614388

http://idoneitmyself.wordpress.com/2009 ... lightning/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOJ6WcW9CYs

If you are not good are soldering components, you should be able to find someone local who can, such as a computer, TV or electronics repair shop.

Without being on site to check the unit, I can't be sure that this is your problem. You will have to decide if it's worthwhile to try this repair.

What are the first 4 characters of the serial numbers on the power box and cell?

 

[sunny8088]

Perfect , thanks for info , I am ordering this now

 

[JamesW]

Make sure to document where the wires go before removing the circuit board, including taking a few pictures. Use wire nuts on the power supply wires while the circuit board is out. Make sure that you maintain good chlorine levels during this time. Liquid chlorine is a good choice.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPL_YnvWumk

Also, note that older models used a smaller current limiter with a different part number. (SL32 2R025) (570-1062-ND). New limiter is AS32 2R025. Check the part number on your limiter to make sure that you are getting the right one.

 

[sunny8088]

Noted all, Any tip on where to buy solder iron & solder wire ?

 

[Bama Rambler]

The Walmarts around here have solder and irons. Radio shack has them too.

 

[sunny8088]

Got the Digikey part , Do I need to take out all the wires from main PCB to take it out ?

Any video ?

 

[JamesW]

Remove the wires connected to the circuit board. Be sure to carefully note where they go. Turn off power to the unit first.