How Can I Reset The Salt Chlorine Generator On My Hayward Aqua Rite?

This video tutorial teaches how to reset the average salt level on a Hayward Aqua Rite salt chlorine generator. The salt level may not match the actual pool level, and if the salt cell is clean but the salt reading is low, the Inspect Cell LED should be manually reset by pressing and holding the Diagnostics button until the LED goes out (approximately 3 to 5 seconds). The Check Salt and Inspect Cell LEDs flash together when the salt level is too low.

The Hayward Aqua Rite salt reading may be incorrect due to a faulty thermistor or a need to replace the cell. Resetting the Aqua Rite board or recalibrating the salt chlorine generator may also help. To reset the Inspect Cell LED, press and hold the diagnostic button for 3 to 5 seconds, and the LED light should go out. If the turbo cell is still under repair, move the switch to “Off” and then back to “Auto” and wait for the relay to click (5 to 10 seconds). When the instant salt level is stable, slide switch to “Super Chlorinate” and back to “Auto” for about 30 seconds.

To reset the salt reading, turn the unit off and then back on, press the diagnostic button five times, and move the power switch down to the “Off” position and leave the unit off for a few seconds. Move the switch back up to the “Auto” position and press the diagnostic button.

To manually reset the light, press and hold the diagnostics button until the LED turns off (about 3 to 5 seconds). After disconnecting the cell from the PCB, running the pump, turning on the SWCG, and waiting for the blinking “No Flow” indicator to turn on, all four red and yellow lights should be on.