Design Pool & Spa, Ltd.
Telephone: 585-223-8650
Fax: 585-425-4409

Heater

Possible Cause Remedy
Heater will not come on
Automatic ignition system fails Check if electrical connections are correct and securely fastened - if YES, call service person.
Pump not running Place pump in operation
Pump air locked Check for leaks
Filter dirty Clean filter
Pump strainer clogged Clean strainer
Defective wiring and connection Repair or replace wires
Defective pressure switch Replace switch
Defective gas controls Call service person
On-Off switch in "OFF" position Turn switch "ON"
Heater Short Cycling (Rapid On & Off Operation)
Insufficient water flow Clean filter and pump strainer
Defective wiring Repair or replace wiring
Defective flow valve or out of adjustment Call service person
Defective hi-limit and/ or thermostat Call service person
Heater makes knocking noises, Make sure all valves on system are open
Heater operating after pump has shut off Shut off gas supply and call service person
Heater exchanger scaled Shut off gas supply and call service person

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