What does a pressure switch do on a pool heater?
The Pressure Switch on a hot tub or spa is a pressure sensor that is mounted onto the heater housing, or very close to the exit point of the heater. It’s sole purpose is to shut off the heater if low pressure (low water flow) occurs.
Is Raypak made by Rheem?
Yes the heaters are identical. Raypak and Rheem are owned by the same parent company and there is one larger distributor of swimming pool supplies that brands the Raypak heat pump on the Rheem brand name.
How do I reset my Rheem pool heater?
Reset the circuit breaker by turning the circuit breaker off and then back on. Wait five minutes for the Rheem pool heater to power back on and the “Power” light on the control panel to illuminate.
Where is the roll out switch on a Raypak pool heater?
The rollout switch connects inside the cabinet right behind where the gas pipe comes into the gas valve.
How do I test my pool heater pressure switch?
To see if the switch is working right, you can check it for voltage with a power meter or multi-meter. 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.
Where is Raypak made?
Oxnard
Company History From a modest beginning in 1947 in founder Al Whittel’s garage in Southern California, Raypak now supplies equipment all over the world from its manufacturing facility in Oxnard, California, and its licensee in England. Raypak’s first manufacturing facility was located in El Monte, California.
How long does a pool heater last?
Depending on the climate of the area you live in and what temperature you intend to heat your pool, different systems can last anywhere from 6 to 20+ years.
Why is my pool heater not coming on?
Your pool heater may have inadequate water flow due to a dirty filter, closed valve, external bypass, reversed water connections, or pressure switch out of adjustment. It is also possible that your thermostat is out of calibration or requires to be replaced.
Why does my pool heater say no flow?
A dirty pool filter wins for the most popular water flow issue on a heater service call. This issue can be diagnosed by removing the filter and running the pump again without a filter in. If the issue was, in fact, a clogged filter, you should have no water flow problems now.