F13
Nirvana Reversible Manifold / Flow Direction Sensor Error

Heater shows F13; unit may not recognize water flow direction or inlet/outlet configuration.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Incorrect manifold orientation, Faulty flow direction sensor, Miswired manifold sensor harness, Control board configuration error

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power and pump before working on plumbing or manifold sensors.

  • Verify plumbing: Confirm that the pool water inlet and outlet are connected to the correct ports on the Nirvana reversible water manifold as labeled.
  • Check manifold orientation: Some Nirvana heaters allow left/right water connections by rotating the manifold. Ensure the manifold is installed in a supported orientation and that any orientation jumper or plug is set correctly.
  • Inspect sensor: Locate the flow direction or manifold sensor on the manifold. Check wiring and connector seating.
  • Reset configuration: In the service menu, verify the heater is configured for the actual plumbing orientation. Reset to factory defaults if necessary.
  • Replace sensor if needed: If wiring and configuration are correct but F13 persists, replace the manifold sensor with an OEM Nirvana part.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Nirvana Manifold Flow Direction Sensor
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