How do I bypass the pressure switch on my pool heater?
You can also temporarily bypass the pressure switch by using a jumper wire to make good contact with both terminals on the switch. If the switch is the problem, bypassing it should allow your heater to start running.
What is check flow on pool heater?
Pool/Spa Water Temperature Control e. Senses whether or not water is available to the heater by measuring back pressure at the header inlet. If insufficient pressure is detected, the display will indicate a “Check Flow” fault and combustion will stop.
What does Flo mean on built right pool heater?
The FLO code is indicating that the filter pump has stopped the flow of water to your heat pump. The heat pump cannot heat without water flow so it will turn itself off until the filter pump timer turns back on giving the heat pump the water flow it needs.
Does a pool heater restrict flow?
Some heaters have an internal bypass to control how much water flows through its core while bypassing the remaining water directly out the heater. Others heaters may have an external bypass to limit the flow to not exceed the heaters maximum flow rate.
Can you bypass flow sensor?
Pool heaters are designed to operate only when water flows through the system. Running a pool heater dry can damage or break the heating element. If the heater is not activating, a faulty flow sensor may be to blame. Running a bypass is a quick way to test the flow sensor, but is not a solution for a defective sensor.
Why is my Jandy pool heater not working?
Breaker or fuse may be tripped. Reset breaker or check fuse. If heat pump still does not run, call for service. Three-phase models only – The phases may be reversed or there may be a loss of phase, call for service.
How do I light the pilot light on my pool heater?
Rotate the knob to the “PILOT” position and press and hold the knob down. This manually opens the pilot diaphragm and sends gas to the pilot assembly. While holding the knob down, press in the “click-lite” 3-4 times. This should ignite the pilot.
What does a pressure switch do on a pool heater?
The water pressure switch is designed to shut the heater off when the water circulation pump shuts off. The water pressure switch will keep the unit from running when there is no water flow.