Pulsar PS-1HCE - User Manual

Questions and Answers

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Cody JenningsAug 7, 2025
Why is there no/low inlet water flow in my Pulsar PS-1HCE?
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  Nicholas PhillipsAug 7, 2025
  The issue of no or low inlet water flow in your Pulsar Swimming Pool Filter may arise from several reasons: * The solenoid valve might not be opening properly, in which case it should be replaced. * The inlet ball valve may be closed - open the inlet ball valve. * The inlet strainer could be plugged, requiring cleaning. * The emergency shut off valve may be in closed position - if the ESV is stuck, lower gently to reset. * The feeder cable may not be properly connected to the control box - check the feeder cable connection to the control box. * The booster pump may not be running - you may need to refer to the booster pump section.
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Steven ObrienAug 12, 2025
What to do if there is insufficient chlorine in my Pulsar PS-1HCE?
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  Megan HarperAug 13, 2025
  If you have insufficient chlorine in your pool when using a Pulsar Swimming Pool Filter, consider the following potential causes: * The feeder might be empty; refill the hopper with Pulsar® Plus Briquetet s. * There might be no or low inlet water flow; see the section addressing this issue. * The discharge line could be clogged; clean or replace the discharge tubing and fittings. * The check valve may be clogged; remove and clean the check valve. * The venturi could be clogged; remove and clean the venturi. * The ORP/chemical controller signal might not be present; check the ORP cable connection to the chlorine signal output on the ORP. * The feeder cable may not be connected to the control box; check the feeder cable connection to the control box.
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Emily CarpenterAug 19, 2025
What to do if my Pulsar PS-1HCE Swimming Pool Filter is overflowing?
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  Timothy CarrollSep 12, 2025
  If your Pulsar Swimming Pool Filter is experiencing overflow, here are some possible reasons: * A clogged discharge line; clean or replace the discharge tubing and fittings. * A clogged venturi; clean the venturi. * Insufficient outlet suction; this could be due to excessive pressure drop on the venturi outlet. * ESV Failure; replace ESV. * Inlet flow rate too high; check the inlet flow meter and set it to a maximum of 3 gpm.
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Charles FloresAug 25, 2025
What should I do if there is excess chlorine in my Pulsar Swimming Pool Filter?
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  Michael BerryAug 26, 2025
  If you observe excess chlorine in your pool while using the Pulsar Swimming Pool Filter, it could be due to: * An ORP/chemical controller problem. * A clogged basket; clean the grid basket. * A clogged 45° cut HCE bowl drain pipe; break off excess scale from the drain pipe.
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lcooperAug 31, 2025
How to fix an inactive control box flow light on a Pulsar PS-1HCE Swimming Pool Filter?
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  Mary WolfeAug 31, 2025
  If the control box flow light is inactive on your Pulsar Swimming Pool Filter, here are some things to check: * There might be no flow in the pool pipe where the flow switch is installed; initiate flow in the pool pipe. * The flow switch cable may not be connected, or there's a bad connection to the flow switch; check the cable connection to the flow switch and inspect the connector pins for damage or corrosion. * The flow switch may be installed incorrectly in the pool pipe. * The flow switch may have failed; replace the flow switch.