COL
Clearwater Spas Cold Water Protection / Freeze or Low Temperature Condition

Display shows COL or COOL, heater does not run and spa may run pumps to warm water slightly.

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Possible Causes

Water temperature below safe heating threshold, Temperature sensor reading very low, Spa just refilled with cold water, Sensor out of calibration

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Ensure the spa is filled and all plumbing is intact before running pumps in freezing conditions.

  • Verify actual water temperature: Use a separate thermometer to confirm the water temperature.
  • Allow warm-up: If the spa was just filled with cold water, allow the system to circulate; the code should clear as the water warms.
  • Check sensor placement: Make sure the temperature sensor is fully seated in its well or threaded port and not exposed to outside air.
  • Inspect sensor cable: Damage to the sensor cable can cause false low readings.

If COL persists with normal water temperature, the temperature sensor may need replacement.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Temperature Sensor
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