Why is my salt chlorinator not producing chlorine?

Why is my salt chlorinator not producing chlorine?

The saltwater chlorinator needs a sufficient flow of water for effective operation. A dirty skimmer basket, clogged or dirty filter, and a clogged pump strainer, can cause insufficient water flow for the chlorinator to produce less chlorine.

How do I reset my Goldline salt chlorinator?

To reset, move the switch to ‘Off’ and then back to ‘Auto’. Wait for the relay to click (5 to 10 seconds). When the instant salt level is stable (and the negative sign still present), slide switch to ‘Super Chlorinate’ and back to ‘Auto’. It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to settle back on the default reading.

How long should a salt chlorinator last?

A well-maintained salt chlorine generator will last 3–7 years. Replacing the salt cell costs $700–$1100. Replacing the control board costs $500–$900. You can extend the lifespans by maintaining a consistent salt level, cleaning the cell only when needed, and using the reverse polarity function.

How do you know if a salt water cell is bad?

Further troubleshooting will be required.

1. If the salt cell bubbles, but only a little bit, then you probably have a bad cell.
2. If the salt cell bubbles vigorously, then it is working fine.
3. If the salt cell is good, but you are are constantly getting a zero chlorine reading in the pool, something else is wrong.

How do you know when salt cell is bad?

“Check salt” light on power center indicates problem but a routine water sample inspection shows salt levels are fine. Power center’s “Cell warning” light comes on and turns off after a cleaning but back on soon afterward. Voltage (higher than normal) and amperage (usually zero) level will show irregular readings.

How often should I clean my chlorinator cell?

At the very least, your saltwater chlorinator should be cleaned twice a year, but you should inspect it every two months just to be sure. If it needs to be cleaned, clean it. If it doesn’t, then just give it a good rinse with a garden hose.

Why does my salt cell chlorinator smell so bad?

More often than not, the problem is with the salt cell and not the entire chlorinator system itself. This is one handy little unit that is responsible for all the benefits of the system that allow us to enjoy clean chlorinated water without the pungent smell and irritating effects of chlorine itself.

How does the Goldline salt sensor work?

Also, there is no separate salt sensor in the Goldline units. The cell itself is the salt sensor. They use the current delivered to the cell combined with the voltage and the temperature of the water to then calculate the salt level from the water conductivity. This is basically how electronic salt and TDS meters works.

How much salt does it take to kill a Goldline?

At least it does for me. Goldline cells will shut down when the current draw gets above 8 amps which can happen with high salt levels and certainly 4400 ppm would shut down the unit. This is done to protect the power supply from high current which can damage components.

What happened to the Goldline Aqua rite unit?

The unit is actually a re-branded Goldline Controls “Aqua Rite” unit and seemingly has ceased working. I have weekly pool service and the unit has been cleaned several times, the las by me. It’s clean as a whistle and the salt reading is just about 2600. Of course, it’s calling for salt, but also the “check cell” light continues to flash.