3 Pool Heater Malfunctions You Need to Look out for

Pool heaters give homeowners the option to enjoy their pools all year long in Wellington, Florida. Requiring minimal maintenance, pool heaters are one of the most sought after pool accessories. As with any type of device, pool heaters don’t come without problems. Some common pool heater maintenance issues can include low water flow, failure to produce heat and continuous cycling.

Continuous Cycling

When the pool heater cycles on and off, this is usually a clear indication that the power supply is experiencing problems. A repair technician can inspect and repair the power supply issue. If it isn’t a power supply problem, there might be something wrong with the high-limit switch, pressure sensor, or thermal regulator.

Failure to Produce Heat

Is your pool heater igniting but not warming the water to your desired temperature? Or maybe it doesn’t provide any warmth. Either way, a professional needs to inspect the temperature sensor. The problem could also stem from the fact that the thermostat is set to a low temperature. If neither of these fixes resolves the issue, a specialist can inspect the heater to make sure it’s the correct size for your pool.

Low Water Flow

Poor airflow makes it difficult for an HVAC system to operate effectively. Poor water flow does the same thing to a pool heater. The heater comes with sensors that monitor the flow of water. When the heater detects minimal water flow, it stops producing heat. To fix the problem, you have to figure out what is causing the low water flow.

Two of the most common causes of this problem are dirty filters and a full pump basket. Other possible causes include too many water features going at once, a defective pressure sensor, and using the improper setting on a variable speed pump.

As you can see, most pool heater malfunctions have a wide range of possible causes. Contact Stephen K. Denny, Inc. today at (561) 250-7415 to schedule a pool heating repair session if you’re experiencing problems.

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