Troubleshooting Saltwater Chlorine Generator Warning Lights and Error Messages

Warning Lights and Error Messages are the first line of attack in troubleshooting your Saltwater Chlorine Generator. Just like traffic lights, Red is invariably a problem or a simple indication that you have a stoppage. Green is universally “good” and a rare yellow light will be a cautionary signal.

Error Messages provide specific guidance whether in several simple words or via a number or “code” that may have you searching for your owner’s manual.

Let’s examine the most commonly encountered alerts, in no particular order:

Low / High Salt Lights or “Salt Error”

If your salinity tests out-of-range, then see our detailed discussion of Low/High salt situations. Bottom line: Ensure your pool is comfortably within the recommended range.

Check / Inspect / Clean Cell or Cell Error / Maintenance Light

Inspect your salt cell and visit our troubleshooting guide for more information on addressing this condition.

Hi / Lo Water Temp Light

Saltwater chlorine generators are limited with regard to the water temperatures between which they are designed to operate. If you have a warning of this type, check your actual water temperature to ensure it is within the manufacturer's specified operating range.

Low / No Flow Light, or “Flow” Error

Read through our troubleshooting guide to learn more about addressing a low flow problem.

System Error / Problem Detected Light

Cell Life (Low / Remaining) Messages

Generating Light Off or Flashing

Under either of these conditions, the important first question is whether you have any red lights showing on your system too. If you do, find the solution elsewhere on this page, otherwise, check our troubleshooting guide on the Generating Light.

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