CAL
Heliocol Controller Calibration Mode or Corrupted Temperature Calibration

Controller displays CAL or CALIB and temperature readings are obviously incorrect; system may not start or may overheat.

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Possible Causes

Accidental entry into calibration mode, Power interruption during setup, Firmware glitch, Incorrect sensor type selected in controller settings

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power before opening the controller enclosure.

  • Exit calibration mode: Refer to the controller manual for the key sequence to exit CAL mode and return to normal operation.
  • Verify sensor type: In the controller setup menu, confirm that the correct sensor type (e.g., 10k thermistor) is selected for both pool and solar sensors used with Heliocol systems.
  • Recalibrate if allowed: If the controller supports user calibration, use a known-accurate thermometer in the pool and adjust the displayed temperature to match.
  • Power-cycle controller: Turn power off for 30 seconds and then back on to clear any temporary firmware issues.
  • Replace controller if unstable: If calibration drifts repeatedly or settings will not save, the controller’s memory may be failing and the unit should be replaced.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Solar Controller
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