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Laswim EC Series Salt Chlorinator Showing E6: What Does It Mean?

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Laswim EC Series Salt Chlorinator Showing E6: What Does It Mean?

The E6 code indicates a fault in the controllers internal temperature sensor. Have a technician check the sensor before deciding to replace any parts.

E6
Meaning per the manual

Controller Internal Temperature Sensor Fault

Have a technician check the sensor before deciding to replace any parts.

What Should You Do When You See This Code?

1
Photograph the display and note any other codes
If E1 also appears, tell the technician. E1 relates to an excessively high heat sink temperature, and the manual says to check E6 as part of it.
E6 + E1 shown together? Tell the technician
2
Have a technician check the internal sensor
The manual says to check these 2 things. This requires opening the unit, so it should be done by a qualified technician.
Anything stuck around the sensor
Assess whether the sensor is faulty
3
Replace the sensor only when confirmed necessary
If the sensor is found to be faulty, the technician should replace it per the manual and then test the unit again.

E6 vs E7

Both codes relate to temperature sensors, but in different locations.

E6 Inside the controller
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Controller internal temperature sensor fault
E7 In the water
Water temperature sensor fault
E1 Relates to excessive heat sink temperature. The manual says to check E6 as well.

Reporting the correct code helps the technician diagnose the right problem.

Other Laswim EC Series codes
E1 Heat sink temperature too high E2 Water temperature outside 1045°C E7 Water temperature sensor fault E8 Input voltage too high or too low E9 Excessive output current EA Electrode fault EB System memory chip fault EC System detection circuit fault

Switch off and disconnect power before any internal inspection. Dont open the unit to repair it yourself.

Adding salt will not fix the E6 code, because the problem is with the sensor inside the controller.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the E6 code mean on a Laswim salt chlorinator?

E6 indicates a fault in the controllers internal temperature sensor. Have a technician check the sensor before deciding to replace parts.

What is the difference between E6 and E7?

E6 is a fault in the controllers internal temperature sensor, while E7 is a fault in the water temperature sensor.

What if E1 appears together with E6?

Tell the technician both codes appeared. E1 relates to excessive heat sink temperature, and the manual says to check E6 as part of it.

Will adding salt clear the E6 code?

No. Adding salt does not fix E6. Have a technician check the sensor inside the controller.

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