What does it mean on my Hayward pool heater?
It stands for ignition failure. If the control exceeds the maximum number of ignition retries or recycles the heater will shut down and go into lockout.
Why do I get an if code on my Hayward heater?
We are attempting to start up our Hayward heater for the season, but getting an IF code. Power is on, gas is on, pool water is flowing. I can hear the heater try and run for a few minutes, then a click and a restart. Eventually it gives us the IF code.
Why does my pool heater say if code?
Power is on, gas is on, pool water is flowing. I can hear the heater try and run for a few minutes, then a click and a restart. Eventually it gives us the IF code. Haven’t had this issue any other summer.
What kind of heater do I need for my Hayward pool?
Here’s two charts for Hayward pool heater troubleshooting, the first is for millivolt heaters and the one further down is for electronic or digital heaters, those that give an error code on display. Troubleshooting chart for Hayward Universal H-Series millivolt pool heaters, with standing pilot, models H150, H200, H250, H300, H350, H400
How can I troubleshoot my pool heater problem?
Troubleshooting pool heaters is a methodical process; or a process of elimination really. First eliminate water flow issues, then gas flow issues, and finally the low voltage electric currents that run between pool heater components.
How to troubleshoot a Hayward pool heater problem?
CODE DIAGNOSIS POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS LO VERIFY PUMP IS RUNNING TURN PUMP ON LO CHECK SWITCH WIRING & CONNECTIONS INPSECT WIRES FOR KINKS OR RODENT DAMAGE LO MEASURE SWITCH CONTINUITY REMOVE WIRES AND MEASURE OHMS WITH PUMP LO CHECK WATER FLOW CLEAN FILTER, PUMP BASKETS, IMPELLER FOR
What is the Lo code on a Hayward pool heater?
LO Code Details – When a Hayward H-Series pool heater is not firing and displaying LO as seen in the video, the heater is functioning properly as it should. It is not faulty in and of itself and it is doing exactly what it should be doing in this operational state.
Is there an error code on my pool heater?
After a few hours and a few power cycles, the CE error was gone but the mode would not stay on pool/spa – it would always quickly go back to standby without an error code. After letting it dry out for a few more days, it was working normally today.
Why did I join the Hayward pool board?
The reason I joined this board/blog is to share with others after I recently read hundreds of posts, some dating over 10 years ago, throughout the Internet regarding the Hayward heater issues.
