Raypak Temperature Sensing / Calibration Error

Heater display shows erratic or obviously incorrect water temperatures.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Aging or drifting water temperature sensor, Poor sensor contact with water stream, Electrical interference on sensor wiring, Faulty control board A/D converter

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power before disconnecting sensors.

Steps to correct erratic temperature readings:

  • Compare with external thermometer: Measure pool water temperature with a reliable thermometer at the heater inlet.
  • Inspect sensor installation: Ensure the Raypak sensor is fully inserted into the header or well and in good contact with water.
  • Check wiring: Look for loose or corroded sensor connections and damaged cable. Reseat connectors at the board.
  • Replace sensor: If readings are consistently off by a large amount, replace the water temperature sensor with a Raypak‑approved part.
  • Control board: If a new sensor does not correct the issue, the control board may be misreading the sensor and require replacement.

Note: Incorrect temperature readings can cause poor heating performance and nuisance shutdowns.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Water Temperature Sensor
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