How to maintain and winterize a pool exchanger?

How to maintain and winterize a pool exchanger?

How to maintain and winterize a pool exchanger?

The heat exchanger requires little maintenance. Nevertheless, checks must be carried out periodically and regularly to check the proper functioning of the device. Above all, you must follow the manufacturer's maintenance and wintering instructions, so follow the advice in the instructions for use.

How to maintain the pool heat exchanger?

The gestures are simple and take little time. First of all, it must be noted that there are no leaks at the connection of the device, that the connections are well in place and sealed.

Make sure that the circulator is not running when the water temperature setpoint is lowered, the controller is turned off or when the pool filtration is stopped.

As soon as the pool filtration is stopped, the primary circuit (domestic heating ) must no longer irrigate the exchanger, this point must be checked.

Check the electrical components, the tightening and the electrical connections, the earth connection.

Cleaning the body of the heat exchanger can be done with a soft cloth or damp sponge without using detergent.

How to winterize the pool heat exchanger?

How to winterize the pool heat exchanger?

First, turn off the device. The primary and secondary circuits are closed and then drained. Simply unscrew the fittings to drain the heat exchanger. It may be useful to check the seals of the fittings. Grease them if necessary. If they are damaged, porous, pinched or worn, it is better to change them before restarting in the spring.

To prevent dust, insects or other critters from entering the device, the fittings must be put back in place without creating a seal.


Here are the main lines and some tips for maintaining the heat exchanger for the swimming pool.



To find out why you should choose an exchanger to heat pool water and how to install an exchanger for swimming pools, please read our dedicated articles.



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