Pool is going back to Spa Mode in Auto setting. This is after we turned off spa for few days due to a leak.

readi

Active member
Mar 14, 2025
28
Dallas
We bought this house with pool recently and I dont have access to set up app for the AquaLink RS since the iAqualLink does not get listed in the wifi settings. So have been going with the previous auto configuration as is which used to run pool mode for most of the day. We fixed the leak in the spa, turned on auto and it keeps switching to spa mode and has been running in spa mode only.
How to fix this without app?
 
On the right side of the main panel that is by the Pool equipment - there are 4 settings
Pool Mode
Spa Mode
Spa Drain
Spa Fill
There is a button below it. Hit that button to cycle through the 4 modes and select Pool Mode.
 
  • Like
Reactions: readi
There is a specific set up procedure if you are taking ownership from a previous owner.
The previous owner should remove the system from their iAquaLink app.

Download the iAquaLink phone application from the app store and register an account. Then connect the device to the home Wi-Fi.

These are the two methods for connecting the iAquaLink to the home Wi-Fi.
There are illustrated guides at Product Manuals | iAquaLink that will assist with the process.

Hotspot Method:  
1) Remove the iAquaLink's cover lid with a Phillips head screwdriver (+).
2) Toggle the black switch inside the center of the iAquaLink PCB to Wired and back to Wi-Fi.
3) Open your device's Wi-Fi settings and connect to the iAquaLink-xxx network.  
*If you’re using a Samsung device, if prompted, stay connected to the iAquaLink Wi-Fi, then open your browser and go to a.com in your browser, this will force the login page to appear.
5) The login page will show a list of all available Wi-Fi networks, Select your 2.4Ghz network and enter the Wi-Fi password.
At the end, you will get a message stating that the connection is in progress and that you may close the window.

WPS Method
***Check the specifications of your router to make sure it has WPS support.
1) Take out the cover lid of the iAquaLink using a Phillips head screwdriver (+).
2) Turn the black switch that is located in the middle of the iAquaLink PCB from Wi-Fi to wired and back again.
3) Press the iAquaLink's blue WPS button. When using an iAquaLink 3.0, you must press and hold the blue WPS button until a blue light illuminates; with an iAquaLink 2.0, a yellow light will illuminate.
4) Locate your Wi-Fi router and turn on the WPS feature (usually a button you can press).
5) In less than two minutes, the two devices will attempt to connect.
6) Your iAquaLink device is linked to your home network if the red, yellow, and green lights are lit up. If not, repeat step 2 and give the other device a few minutes to press the WPS button.

Once the device has connected to the home Wi-Fi, you have to connect your smartphone to the same Wi-Fi network as the antenna.
In the iAquaLink app, press the (+ add button) in the upper right corner, and choose the 'AquaLink RS, PDA, Z4/TRi' option.
Enter your device number from the iAquaLink (located on a white sticker right below the antenna on the right side) and give the system a name (My Pool).


If you require any assistance, please get in touch with our technical support at 800-822-7933
 
On the right side of the main panel that is by the Pool equipment - there are 4 settings
Pool Mode
Spa Mode
Spa Drain
Spa Fill
There is a button below it. Hit that button to cycle through the 4 modes and select Pool Mode.
Found out that spa side remote was on and hence it was switching back to spa mode instantly. once i turned off the spa side remote, it started going back to pool mode in auto. Thank you for your response.
 
  • Like
Reactions: HermanTX
There is a specific set up procedure if you are taking ownership from a previous owner.
The previous owner should remove the system from their iAquaLink app.

Download the iAquaLink phone application from the app store and register an account. Then connect the device to the home Wi-Fi.

These are the two methods for connecting the iAquaLink to the home Wi-Fi.
There are illustrated guides at Product Manuals | iAquaLink that will assist with the process.

Hotspot Method:  
1) Remove the iAquaLink's cover lid with a Phillips head screwdriver (+).
2) Toggle the black switch inside the center of the iAquaLink PCB to Wired and back to Wi-Fi.
3) Open your device's Wi-Fi settings and connect to the iAquaLink-xxx network.  
*If you’re using a Samsung device, if prompted, stay connected to the iAquaLink Wi-Fi, then open your browser and go to a.com in your browser, this will force the login page to appear.
5) The login page will show a list of all available Wi-Fi networks, Select your 2.4Ghz network and enter the Wi-Fi password.
At the end, you will get a message stating that the connection is in progress and that you may close the window.

WPS Method
***Check the specifications of your router to make sure it has WPS support.
1) Take out the cover lid of the iAquaLink using a Phillips head screwdriver (+).
2) Turn the black switch that is located in the middle of the iAquaLink PCB from Wi-Fi to wired and back again.
3) Press the iAquaLink's blue WPS button. When using an iAquaLink 3.0, you must press and hold the blue WPS button until a blue light illuminates; with an iAquaLink 2.0, a yellow light will illuminate.
4) Locate your Wi-Fi router and turn on the WPS feature (usually a button you can press).
5) In less than two minutes, the two devices will attempt to connect.
6) Your iAquaLink device is linked to your home network if the red, yellow, and green lights are lit up. If not, repeat step 2 and give the other device a few minutes to press the WPS button.

Once the device has connected to the home Wi-Fi, you have to connect your smartphone to the same Wi-Fi network as the antenna.
In the iAquaLink app, press the (+ add button) in the upper right corner, and choose the 'AquaLink RS, PDA, Z4/TRi' option.
Enter your device number from the iAquaLink (located on a white sticker right below the antenna on the right side) and give the system a name (My Pool).


If you require any assistance, please get in touch with our technical support at 800-822-7933
Tried the wifi method and it was not listing the iAqualink device in my wifi list on phones (Apple and samsung) or ipad. For wps method, after i try to sync it, the yellow light keeps flashing forever in the iAqualink device. I don't know if the antenna is faulty or is there any other issue with it. I have a router with extensions set up closer to the pool equipment. Appreciate further help to troubleshoot to check what could be wrong with iAqualink device, like where and what to start looking for?
 
Tried the wifi method and it was not listing the iAqualink device in my wifi list on phones (Apple and samsung) or ipad. For wps method, after i try to sync it, the yellow light keeps flashing forever in the iAqualink device. I don't know if the antenna is faulty or is there any other issue with it. I have a router with extensions set up closer to the pool equipment. Appreciate further help to troubleshoot to check what could be wrong with iAqualink device, like where and what to start looking for?
I also have Aqualink RS4 panel (small one) inside the home and hardwired, but it never turned on. This is our first home and first pool, still trying to figure out one thing at a time. :(
 
Tried the wifi method and it was not listing the iAqualink device in my wifi list on phones (Apple and samsung) or ipad. For wps method, after i try to sync it, the yellow light keeps flashing forever in the iAqualink device. I don't know if the antenna is faulty or is there any other issue with it. I have a router with extensions set up closer to the pool equipment. Appreciate further help to troubleshoot to check what could be wrong with iAqualink device, like where and what to start looking for?
The information provided was directly from Jandy tech support. If neither worked, then call the number at the bottom to discuss it with them directly.

Do you have a 2.0 antenna or 3.0. It should state it on the cover.
 
I also have Aqualink RS4 panel (small one) inside the home and hardwired, but it never turned on. This is our first home and first pool, still trying to figure out one thing at a time. :(
I am wondering if the inside panel is connected to the board. The only way to tell is to take the panel off of the front of the outside cabinet and see what is connected.

You mentioned that you have a spa side remote, that is hardwired to the board, the antenna is hardwired to the board.
What type of pump do you have?
There is a RED connector on the board. It can only handle 2 devices. Each device has 4 wires connected to the 4 screws on the RED connector. Some boards have 1 RED connector, some have 2 and some have an extension to another multiplex board that has 4 more RED connectors. We need to see what you have.

It is best to take some photos when you have the cover off and it is easier for us to view what you have.
Also take a photo of your equipment pad.
 

Enjoying this content?

Support TFP with a donation.

Give Support
I am wondering if the inside panel is connected to the board. The only way to tell is to take the panel off of the front of the outside cabinet and see what is connected.

You mentioned that you have a spa side remote, that is hardwired to the board, the antenna is hardwired to the board.
What type of pump do you have?
There is a RED connector on the board. It can only handle 2 devices. Each device has 4 wires connected to the 4 screws on the RED connector. Some boards have 1 RED connector, some have 2 and some have an extension to another multiplex board that has 4 more RED connectors. We need to see what you have.

It is best to take some photos when you have the cover off and it is easier for us to view what you have.
Also take a photo of your equipment pad.
I will get the photos uploaded shortly here.
 
  • Like
Reactions: HermanTX