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FAQs

Why is my solar pool heater not working? ›

There are numerous factors, including size, insufficient water, or heat supply. To heat the water according to the size of your pool, temperature sensors need to be set properly. To ensure proper operation of the solar heater, maintain the water level, power delivery, and water temperature levels.

It turns out solar heating is very effective if the conditions for it are right. That means when the suns out they work great and even on cloudy days they will still put some heat in a swimming pool. They will even work well on cooler days if the sun is shining.

Sunny or Shady? The best conditions for solar are panels facing a southerly direction and receiving 5-7 hours of unobstructed sun per day. That's not always possible, so if you have less, you could install more panels to compensate.

Most of the time, solar collectors can produce hot water even on wet and cloudy days. However, if the solar collector or the heat exchanger becomes faulty (like leaks or circulation pump problems) or if the storage tank fails to hold enough solar energy, it can hinder the system's ability to heat up effectively.

By running a solar panel heater (yes, really a heater) during the night hours, when the sun is not present, you can actually pull out some of the excessive heat that is in the water. This works by exposing the pool water to colder air temperatures as it moves across the solar panels.

Utilizing a cover can speed up pool heating by up to 12 degrees faster, due to air pockets within it which trap heat and transfer it directly into the pool water. The rate at which a pool heats up depends on multiple factors, including weather, wind speed, air temperature and exposure to direct sunlight.

You can significantly reduce swimming pool heating costs by installing a solar pool heater. They're cost competitive with both gas and heat pump pool heaters, and they have very low annual operating costs. Actually, solar pool heating is one of the most cost-effective use of solar energy in some climates.

Solar pool heating is often the most cost-effective and energy-efficient form of pool heating, depending on your climate.

On average your solar pool heating will increase your pool temperature by 5 – 15 degrees than it's current temperature. Therefore, it should not be relied on to create a warm pool 365 days in the year.

Do solar pool heaters work on cloudy days? ›

Although solar pool heating systems rely on sunlight, they can maintain your pool's temperature efficiently when it's overcast or at night. The heat accumulated during the day is sufficient to keep your pool warm.

To heat, an average pool (10-12K Gallon) with no solar cover typically takes 8-14 hours. By adding a solar blanket to your pool during heating you will greatly increase the efficiency of the heating process and keep evaporative heat loss to a minimum.

Available in different thicknesses, solar blankets can increase the pool water temperature by up to 15 degrees Fahrenheit, depending on the amount and intensity of sunlight. To fit a solar blanket to your pool shape, get a blanket larger than the surface area.

How do I reset my solar water heater? Although the actual method will vary between makes and models, most solar water heaters can be reset with the simple flip of a switch or push of a button. If this feature is not included in the system hardware, consult your owner's manual.

✓ Tripped circuit breaker: The most common reason for a pool heater not turning on is a tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse. Check your breaker box and reset any tripped breakers or replace any blown fuses. ✓ Low water flow: If there isn't enough water flowing through the heater, it won't turn on as a safety measure.

The Answer Is Dependent On A Few Factors

As a rule of thumb, a well-maintained solar pool heater will operate reliably for at least the first couple of years, and perhaps for longer than that. On average, solar pool heating systems will last for ten to twenty years before a replacement unit is needed.

If you feel a large temperature difference in the heated water coming from the solar panels, that usually means the flow rate is too low. The best way to heat a pool is a large amount of water heated a small amount each pass through the solar panels. It's all about flow rate!