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Laswim EC Series Showing E1: What Does It Mean?

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Laswim EC Series Showing E1: What Does It Mean?

The E1 code indicates the heat sink temperature is too high. The cooling system, sensor and internal circuitry should all be checked.

E1
Meaning per the manual

Heat Sink Temperature Too High

Cooling system Sensor Internal circuitry

Check in Order

1
Check the installation area
The unit should be in a well-ventilated area. Check that nothing is blocking or covering it and preventing proper cooling.
Good ventilation No obstructions Not covered
 
2
Check whether E6 is also showing
The manual says to check for E6, which relates to the controllers internal temperature sensor.
 
E6 also showing

Tell a technician to check the sensor

Have a technician check the controllers internal temperature sensor and fix the cause.

3 No E6

Have a technician check the circuitry

The manual says to check the hardware circuitry, so a technician should inspect the inside. Dont assume hot weather is the only cause.

How Are E1 and E6 Related?

When E1 appears, the manual says to check E6 as well.

E1 Heat
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Heat sink too hot
E6 Sensor
Controller internal temperature sensor fault
E1 Is About Heat Sink Temperature

It does not mean low salt, so adding salt will not fix this code.

Switch off and disconnect power before maintenance. Sensor and internal circuit checks should be done by a qualified technician.

Other Laswim EC Series codes
E2 Water temperature outside 1045°C E3 No water in the unit E4 Salt too high E5 Salt too low E6 Controller temperature sensor fault 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

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the E1 code mean on a Laswim salt chlorinator?

E1 means the heat sink temperature is too high. The cooling system, sensor and internal circuitry should be checked.

Is E1 caused by hot weather?

Dont assume that. Check the installation area and for E6, and have a technician inspect the hardware circuitry per the manual.

Where should the salt chlorinator be installed?

In a well-ventilated area, with nothing blocking or covering it that would prevent proper cooling.

What if E6 appears together with E1?

Tell a technician to check the controllers internal temperature sensor and fix the cause.

Will adding salt clear E1?

No. E1 is about heat sink temperature, not low salt, so adding salt is not the fix.

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