Waterway Auto-Restart / Memory Configuration Issue

Waterway pool pump will not restart automatically after a power outage; it must be started manually each time.

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Possible Causes

Auto-restart disabled in settings, corrupted schedule memory, faulty control board non-volatile memory.

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: No internal access is needed for basic configuration; always follow the user manual.

  • Check restart setting: In the Waterway pump menu, look for an option related to power-on behavior or auto-restart and ensure it is enabled.
  • Verify clock and schedules: After a power outage, confirm the internal clock is correct and that schedules are still present and enabled.
  • Test power cycle: Turn the breaker off for a minute and then back on to see if the pump resumes the last program. If not, perform a factory reset and reprogram.
  • Board replacement: If settings do not save or the pump frequently forgets schedules, the control board memory may be failing and should be replaced.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Pump Control Board
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