Best Swimming Pool Heaters
The Hayward Universal H-Series gas heater is the “universal” energy efficient remedy for any new or existing pool or spa. The energy efficiency of the Universal H-Series gas heater combines with low Nox emissions, a standard Cupro nickel heat exchanger and ultimate installation flexibility on new or existing equipment pads to responsibly heat a pool or spa today and for years to come. Environmentally responsible low NOx emissions to meet or exceed air quality emission standards in all Low NOx regions.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"We've only had it one summer so I can't speak to the longevity of this heater but as far as performance is concerned, it's awesome. I called Hayward and they said I need a minimum 250k btu and anything above that will heat it faster."
"8/24/17 UPDATE: After the initial problems noted below I wanted to update after a few months experience........the faulty unit was replaced with a brand new unit courtesy of Hayward (and my local pool company). ORIGINAL REVIEW: Unbelievable......installed by licensed pool company last Monday 5-15-17....... leaking ever since!"
"The pool repair company wanted to charge me $1,000 more for a lesser brand with the same specs, so I bought it online and saved a ton of cash."
"Not sure on gas usage as of yet but after initial heating unit doesn't seem to turn on very often to maintain temp."
"I toke the advice of many and bought much bigger unit than needed to be able to more quickly heat the pool. Option 2 different plumber said let just put some regulators (increase pressure therefore more gas) on the existing pipe. You will need to have a licensed pool company install the heater into your equipment. So in total the heater $1800, plumber $800, pool company $750, new meter free."
"The Heat Exchanger has failed and the pool service company basically told me its not cost effective to replace it. They have moved most of their manufacturing to mexico and over years the quality has taken a severe downward turn."
With a hot surface ignition - no pilot light, and push-button, digital controls, MasterTemp is as easy to operate as your home heating system. Ensure safe operation through a series of features, including: a water pressure switch that senses the pump is running to prevent overheating, high limit switches assure the heater turns off if water temperature exceeds factory-set limits, manual gas shut-off when service is required, and a stack flue sensor that also guards against overheating. Rotating digital display allows for easy viewing; manual gas shut-off when service is required.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"This means that if you want to set up your heater to turn on early in the morning so the pool will be ready in the afternoon you must turn on the pump, turn on the heater, set the temperature."
"Easy to install and works great."
"hooked it up and it had kept giving an error code suggesting insufficient water flow...plenty of water flow, tested the switch and it was fine, adjusted switch and still got error code... frustrated hand slap to the top cover did the trick, though... been working great ever since!"
"I had problems initially but after studying the instructions very, very carefully I resolved all of my problems."
"Have had for one month and does a great job."
"Heater works well."
"Installer showed up today to install - I was super excited."
"I'd hope that isn't the policy. Not a good way to stand behind your expensive product. We have had a service co replace every part including a $350 coil and it's still broken. Wrote Pent-Air a letter about it and photos of all the damaged & melted parts."
The Hayward Universal H-Series gas heater is the “universal” energy efficient remedy for any new or existing pool or spa. The energy efficiency of the Universal H-Series gas heater combines with low Nox emissions, a standard Cupro nickel heat exchanger and ultimate installation flexibility on new or existing equipment pads to responsibly heat a pool or spa today and for years to come. Environmentally responsible low NOx emissions to meet or exceed air quality emission standards in all Low NOx regions.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"We've only had it one summer so I can't speak to the longevity of this heater but as far as performance is concerned, it's awesome. I called Hayward and they said I need a minimum 250k btu and anything above that will heat it faster."
"8/24/17 UPDATE: After the initial problems noted below I wanted to update after a few months experience........the faulty unit was replaced with a brand new unit courtesy of Hayward (and my local pool company). ORIGINAL REVIEW: Unbelievable......installed by licensed pool company last Monday 5-15-17....... leaking ever since!"
"The pool repair company wanted to charge me $1,000 more for a lesser brand with the same specs, so I bought it online and saved a ton of cash."
"Not sure on gas usage as of yet but after initial heating unit doesn't seem to turn on very often to maintain temp."
"I toke the advice of many and bought much bigger unit than needed to be able to more quickly heat the pool. Option 2 different plumber said let just put some regulators (increase pressure therefore more gas) on the existing pipe. You will need to have a licensed pool company install the heater into your equipment. So in total the heater $1800, plumber $800, pool company $750, new meter free."
"The Heat Exchanger has failed and the pool service company basically told me its not cost effective to replace it. They have moved most of their manufacturing to mexico and over years the quality has taken a severe downward turn."
Best Swimming Pool Heat Pumps
Other key features include: heavy-duty, super-quiet scroll compressors; durable injection-molded UV-resistant body panels that are impervious to rust and deterioration; stainless steel hardware; and a polyethylene screen to protect the evaporator coil from damage. Acoustic compressor cover and profiled fan blade ensures quiet operation and efficient performance.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"Best thing we have bought for our pool in Wisconsin."
"Works as advertised."
"Fantastic unit."
"Had the water temp up to 86 degrees in one day..... Only drawback is that there is no drain plug to winterize."
"had for the whole summer now and has worked great to heat our above ground pool and way cheaper then tropical ones they wanted us to buy at the pool place."
"Absolutely love it!"
"Came from the factory with a leak inside."
"So frustrating paid Electrician to install this also a plumber and now I find out that the unit is defective every time I turn it on and set temperature to 90 degrees for some strange reason the temperature starts to lower itself until the unit powers off."
Best Swimming Pool Heater Parts & Accessories
This bezel and keypad assembly kit is designed to use with Hayward Universal H-Series Low NOx pool heater models H150FDN, H150FDP, H200FDN, H200FDP, H250FDN, H250FDP, H300FDN, H300FDP, H350FDN, H350FDP, H400FDN, H400FDP. Common union for installation or service, adapts to larger plumbing recommended for greater efficiencies.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"I turned off the power. Removed the old display unit from the heater by removing the 4 associated screws. Disconnected the display from the backing PC board by disconnecting the ribbon cable connector. Removed the PC board from the back of the old display unit by removing the associated screws. Placed the PC board on the new display unit in the same place. Re-inserted and tightened the associated screws that hold the PC Board. Re-connected the display's ribbon cable to the PC Board. Reattached the display unit to the heater using the associated screws. Turned on the Power. - The worked fine, no issues!"
"This was a perfect fit."
"Screw circuit plate on new keypad, Plug in wire.. screw keypad back on.... Thats It."
"Stumped by the need for something lightweight, but opaque, and that would also fit due to the angle of the bezel and its placement on the heater, I suggested using a plastic pan (originally bought to develop photos)."
"Easy to install."
"The numerous posts regarding the keypad assembly were extremely helpful."
"My old interface was worn and had holes which likely caused connection or circuit damage and this replacement worked to fix that."
"So if yours is like mine, when the cover goes bad due to weathering, most likely your circuit board will fail when rain leaks in."