troubleshooting
for Teco Chillers
PROBLEM | CAUSE | SOLUTION |
AL1 | Dirty air filter Ambient temperature is too high Obstructed ventilation grate Broken fan | Clean the air filter as described in the manual on page 18. If you do not have a manual available, see our manuals and documentation page. Lower the ambient temperature to slow 95°F / 35°C. Remove the obstruction or create a ventilation hole as described on page 18 of your manual. If you do not have a manual available, see our manuals and documentation page. Contact Service at service@tecoponics.com |
AL2 | UV lamp | Replace the UV lamp with an appropriate TECO UV replacement. |
E1 | Water temperature probe has been damaged | Contact Service at service@tecoponics.com |
E2 | Compressor overload probe is damaged | Check the air filter. Check that ventilation fans are turning. Contact Service at service@tecoponics.com |
Temperature display is not correct | Water is losing or gaining heat through long and/or un-insulated tubing | Reduce the length of the tubing. |
Display does not light up | No electricity | Check that the power supply cable is correctly connected to both the chiller and the outlet. Check that the power switch is on. Check that the fuse is intact. |
Water flow through chiller has slowed | Calcium build-up | Disconnect the chiller from the aquarium. Run a 50% solution of vinegar and water through the chiller for 24 hours to dissolve the build-up. Thoroughly flush the chiller with Ro/DI before connecting the aquarium. |