Can I fix Hayward code Check Salt myself?

Start with these safe checks: Have your salt tested (Hayward suggests a professional check before adding a lot), then add salt for your pool's size. Hayward's ideal range is 2700 to 3400 ppm, 3200 optimal.

When should I call a technician for code Check Salt?

Hayward's ideal range is 2700 to 3400 ppm, 3200 optimal. Water and electricity together can kill. Turn the equipment off at the breaker before you open anything, never touch equipment while standing in water, and stay out of the pool or spa if you feel tingling or suspect an electrical problem. Leave wiring, boards and GFCI faults to a licensed electrician or service tech.

Hayward Salt Chlorinator Error Code Check Salt: Salt low

What Check Salt means

Flashing: salt is below 2700 ppm and it's making chlorine at low efficiency. Steady: salt is too low and the AquaRite has shut down.

Likely causes

Salt diluted by rain, splash-out or backwashing

Safe first checks

Have your salt tested (Hayward suggests a professional check before adding a lot), then add salt for your pool's size.

When to stop

Hayward's ideal range is 2700 to 3400 ppm, 3200 optimal.

Checked against: Hayward AquaRite salt chlorination owner's manual (092540 Rev G). Codes can differ by model and year, so confirm with your owner's manual.