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OmniPL® (non optimized)
Troubleshooting Guide Residential
TSG-OPL42a
Copyright 2020 Hayward Industries Inc.

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Frank Cunningham
February 11, 2025

the lights on a customer pool is not working, power is going to relay but its not releasing power. even if i remove power relay still clicks but the lights still not coming on. what is causing this?

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Mr. Anderson
February 12, 2025

A Hayward OmniPL relay clicking without powering the pool lights could be caused by several issues:

1. Faulty Relay – The relay may be clicking but not making proper electrical contact to pass power to the lights.
2. Wiring Issue – Loose or incorrect wiring connections between the relay and the pool lights.
3. Tripped Breaker – The circuit breaker supplying power to the lights may be tripped.
4. Burnt-Out Lights – The pool lights themselves may be faulty or burned out.
5. Low Voltage or No Power – The relay may not be receiving proper voltage from the high-voltage panel.
6. Defective Circuit Board – The circuit board controlling the relay may have a malfunction preventing proper power distribution.

Testing voltage at the relay and checking wiring connections can help diagnose the issue.

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  • Page 1 OmniPL® (non optimized) Troubleshooting Guide Residential TSG-OPL42a Copyright 2020 Hayward Industries Inc.
  • Page 2 Safety Precautions Warning High Voltage Electrocution Hazard Hazardous voltage can shock, burn, cause serious injury and or death. To reduce the risk of electrocution and or electric shock hazards: • Only qualified technicians should remove the panel • Replace damaged wiring immediately •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents OmniPL® Overview & Terminology Pg. 4-5 OmniPL: Main PCB Layout (MP) Pg. 6 How To: Pg. 7-18 Backup Config. & Download Firmware 10-12 Upgrade Firmware Exit Service Mode Connect to Wi-Fi & Network Diagnostics 14-18 Troubleshooting: Pg. 19-51 1.
  • Page 4 OmniPL: Overview • The OmniPL is an internet and App ready, intuitive, modular automation system. • This elite automation system features a USB backup and upgrade option. The USB feature allows customers and servicers to backup existing configurations as well as upgrade the system with the latest revision in minutes.
  • Page 5 OmniPL: Terminology Term Description Main System Processor (controller) Main Panel Processor (main board) Main Panel (enclosure) Power Supply Unit (PWR Supply) Display Bridge Board High Voltage Relay Low Voltage Relay Low Voltage Actuator External Smart Relay...

  • Page 6: Omnipl: Main Pcb Layout (Mp)

    OmniPL: Main PCB Layout (MP) Sensor Blocks (SENS 1-4) Flow Switches (FLOW 1-2) 120VAC to Power Supply Low Voltage Relays (LVR 1-4) Turbo Cell (CHLR1) Rectifier Input/output AC to DC (Cell) Valve Actuators (VLV 1-4) WiFi Antenna LAN Power 20A Fuse (Protects Cell Circuit)
  • Page 7 OmniPL® How To Guide:...

  • Page 8: How To

    How To: Sync Time With The Internet Use the steps provided to synchronize the System Time with the Internet. The Over The Air Firmware Upgrade require that the system date and time is set to synchronize with the Internet. 1. On the right of the dashboard right arrow click to 2.
  • Page 9 How To: Sync Time With The Internet 3. Select “Network Time Options” in the upper most 4. Select the “ON” for “Automatically get date and time from Internet” in the upper right left. 5. Select the “ON” for “Automatically adjust for 6.
  • Page 10 How To: Sync Time With The Internet 5. At this point your date/time screen is expected to look 6. Reboot the Omni by pressing the power button like the following example with the two toggle switches at the top set to ON and the time zone set to your location.
  • Page 11 How To: USB Thumb Drive Requirements A USB thumb drive is used to store backup configurations and make firmware upgrade files available to controller/display. USB drive information • A USB drive is not required for MSP and Terminal upgrades if the Omni has firmware 4.0.0 or higher is installed on the controller used to upgrade.
  • Page 12 How To: Back-Up Configuration Use the steps provided to backup a configuration. These steps aid firmware upgrades, MSP changes, and corrupted configurations. A USB drive must be inserted in the controller to backup to a USB. See the next page for USB drive consideratio 1.
  • Page 13 How To: Verify the MSPID and Firmware IMPORTANT: Before upgrading the firmware, check which version of the firmware is installed on your Omni control system. From the Omni controller’s display, do the following to view the system info screen: 2. Press “system info” 1.
  • Page 14 How To: Verify the MSPID and Firmware To locate your Omni’s firmware from the app, open the Omni app on your smartphone and do the following: 1. Press the 2. Press “About”. three lines at the bottom right corner. The Omni’s MSP ID. The firmware of the Omni Controller.
  • Page 15 How To: Enter Service Mode NOTE: Entering service mode will stop all devices and disable controls 2. Press “service mode”. 1. Press the power button icon. 4. Press “service mode” to enter service 3. Press the checkmark to continue. mode.

  • Page 16: Exit Service Mode

    NOTE: Exiting service mode will re-enable all devices and controls 1. Press the power button found in the bottom left 2. To exit “service mode” press “service mode exit.” If corner of the screen. 1. you would like to reboot the OmniPL, press “shutdown.”...
  • Page 17 How To: Over The Air Upgrade Firmware Omni firmware R4.0.0 and above may process firmware updates Over The Air (OTA) via an Internet connection. • When a new firmware update is available, users will receive an alert in the Omni App. •...
  • Page 18 How To: Over The Air Upgrade Firmware How to process an OTA upgrade with an alarm notification 1. Press the “alarm” button. 3. Press the “upgrade” button. 2. Select the upgrade available button. 5. Press “Upgrade All”. 4. Press the checkmark to enter 6.
  • Page 19 How To: Over The Air Upgrade Firmware How to process an OTA upgrade with an alarm notification (continued) 7. Press the checkmark to 8. Press the back arrow to exit. 9. Press the checkmark to complete. reboot the system and return to standard operating mode.
  • Page 20 How To: Check for OTA Upgrades Omni firmware R4.0.0 and above may process firmware updates Over The Air (OTA) via an Internet connection. To check for new firmware updates from the Omni display in Service Mode do the following steps, 1.
  • Page 21 How To: Download Firmware for USB Upgrade • The latest Omni firmware can be downloaded from https://www.hayward.com/firmware • Do not place the upgrade file into a folder on the USB drive. • Ensure the upgrade file does not have a file extension added. (The next few pages cover how to...
  • Page 22 How to remove the .txt file extension from the upgrade file • After downloading the firmware from Hayward’s website, check to see if a file extension was added. • Any extension to the firmware upgrade file must be removed. Rename the file to remove the extension.
  • Page 23 How To: Download Firmware for USB Upgrade How to remove the .txt file extension from the upgrade file • Right-click on the file and press “Rename” Right-click on the file and press “Rename”...
  • Page 24 How To: Download Firmware for USB Upgrade How to remove the .txt file extension from the upgrade file • Select .txt and delete it. Select the extension .txt and remove it.
  • Page 25 How To: Download Firmware for USB Upgrade How to remove the .txt file extension from the upgrade file • When ready, insert the USB drive with the upgrade file into the USB port of the Omni controller. • Pages 11-13 will demonstrate how backup the configuration and complete the upgrade from the Omni controller’s display.
  • Page 26 How To: USB Upgrade Firmware With the USB drive inserted in The Omni Controller display in Service Mode, perform the following steps. 2. Press the “upgrade” button 1. Press the down button to find the “upgrade” button. 4. Select “MSP” then press the 3.
  • Page 27 How To: USB Upgrade Firmware With the USB drive inserted, perform the following from the Omni controller’s display 7. Press “USB/” 8. Select the upgrade file, then 9. Press the checkmark to begin press the checkmark to the firmware upgrade. continue.
  • Page 28 How To: How to Configure a Wi-Fi Connection To initially connect to a 2.4 GHz Band Wi-Fi network, perform the following at the Omni controller: 2. Press “network” 3. Press “setup wifi” 1. Use the right arrow to find the “config”...
  • Page 29 How To: How to Configure a Wi-Fi Connection 7. Press the checkmark 8. Configuration can take up to 9. Press the checkmark to 5 minutes complete. Please be advised that the networking of all Omni products use the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi band and support WPA or WPA2 security and TKIP or AES (CCMP) as a cypher.
  • Page 30 How To: How to Change Wi-Fi Networks To change the configuration of a 2.4 GHz Band Wi-Fi network, perform the following at the Omni controller: 2. Press “network” 3. Press “forget network” 1. Use the right arrow to find the “config”...
  • Page 31 How To: How to Change Wi-Fi Networks 7. Press the checkmark 8. Configuration can take up to 9. Press the checkmark to 5 minutes complete. Please note that the only difference in the steps describing how to initially configure the W-Fi network connection and configuring a change is the name of the button to select has changed.
  • Page 32 How To: Network Diagnostics Perform the following steps at the Omni controller’s display to run the Network Diagnostic. 1. Right arrow to find the “config” 2. Press “network” icon, then press it. 3. Press “diagnostic” 4. “NETWORK diagnostic” screen...
  • Page 33 How To: Network Diagnostics Network Diagnostic Screen: How to read the diagnostic screen. The left side of the screen describes how your system is connected to your network. Omni w/Wired Omni w/Wireless • • SSID: When connected to your Wi-Fi network, Ethernet: When connected to your network, the status will display as “connected”..
  • Page 34 How To: Network Diagnostics Upon entering the diagnostic screen, as in this wireless network example, the Omni will begin to perform a diagnostic of your connection. What follows is a description of each potential failure that can be detected. Verifying Netlink: The Omni Verifying Network Address: The Verifying Network connection: Your router’s firewall maybe...
  • Page 35 How To: Network Diagnostics Verifying DNS: The router Verifying Internet Connection: No visible error message: You firewall is blocking ping or the The router may not be may not be using the correct router is not connected to the connected to the internet, or the account login on your mobile device, or the router’s firewall is internet.
  • Page 36 MSP ID is displayed at the top of the screen. Email a brief description of the problem along with • The step at which the diagnostic failed • The specific error message • And your MSP ID To customerappsupport@hayward.com. Someone will respond within 24-48 hours.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    OmniPL® Troubleshooting...

  • Page 38: Msp: Blank Display

    1. MSP: Blank Display The MSP runs off of 12VDC. Verify breaker powering the OmniPL is not tripped. Tap on the screen Test for 12 Step 1A Step 1B Tap on the screen in an attempt to wake an idle Test power to controller at the DBB.
  • Page 39 1. MSP: Blank Display (cont.) Test MPP Test PSU Output Step 1C Step 1D 12vDC Unplug the DBB and check between the 12vDC and Test for 12vDC between the red and black wires on the GND solder points. If voltage is present, replace the PSU output plug.
  • Page 40 1. MSP: Blank Display (cont.) The power supply (located in the lower right portion of the cabinet) converts 120vAC to 12vDC and 24VDC. Test PSU output Test PSU input Step 1E Step 1F 120vAC Test the PSU output plug for 120vAC between the black Inspect the brown 5 amp fuse and check for continuity.
  • Page 41 1. MSP: Blank Display (cont.) Test AC input Test PSU input Step 1G Step 1H 120vAC Test AC input voltage plug for 120vAC. If voltage is Test AC voltage at the breaker. If voltage is not present, replace the MPP (HLX-PCB-MAIN). If not, go to present, reset breaker and re-test.

  • Page 42: Valves Not Rotating

    2. Valves Not Rotating Comm Loss Alarms can prevent equipment, such as valve actuators, from functioning. The alarms icon is located on the right side of the MSP dashboard. Before proceeding, verify whether or not a Comm Loss Alarm appears. Check MSP for any Comm Loss Alarms Step 2A Step 2B...
  • Page 43 2. Valves Not Rotating (cont.) The valve actuator circuit is linked to the MPP input power circuit and does not rely on the PSU for power. Confirm programming Verify shaft is engaged Step 2C Step 2D Make sure all valve actuators are correctly Verify the actuator shaft is engaged (as shown above).
  • Page 44 2. Valves Not Rotating (cont.) NOTE: GVA-24s come factory preset with toggle switches in the OFF position. For the valve actuator to rotate based on supplied power, the switch will have to be moved to the ON1 or ON2 position (which will depend on the installation). Check actuator toggle Check ACT power Step 2E...
  • Page 45 2. Valves Not Rotating (cont.) NOTE: There are two 4amp fuses (pink) and one 20amp fuse (yellow) on the MPP. The one 4A located in the top left protects the actuator circuit, the 4A in the top right protects the transformer, and the 20A (yellow) protects the transformer output. Check (2x) 4amp &...
  • Page 46 2. Valves Not Rotating (cont.) NOTE: The transformer converts 120vAC into 24vAC for not only salt chlorination but also for actuator circuit power. Test transformer input Check MPP power Step 2i Step 2J Unplug transformer primary wires and test for 120vAC Test the MPP input power for 110-130vAC off the between pins, 1 &...
  • Page 47 2. Valves Not Rotating (cont.) If the valve(s) in question is related to the suction/return valves, toggle between Bodies of Water; if related to an option valve, engage that feature through MSP. Turn on Valve (MSP) Reprogram valve(s) Step 2K Step 2L Activate valve using the MSP in service mode.

  • Page 48: Alarms: Mpp - Comm Loss

    3. Alarms: MPP – Comm Loss A “MPP - COMM LOSS” will occur when the MSP (display) is unable to communicate with the MPP (main panel processor). Check MPP power LEDs Check MPP micro LEDs Step 3A Step 3B Inspect both the 12v and 24v LEDs. If either LED is not Inspect Micro LED.
  • Page 49 3. Alarms: MPP – Comm Loss (cont.) Attempt recovery of MPP Select MPP upgrade file Step 3C Step 3D Enter service mode and navigate to the upgrade screen. Select MPP file. Press check to begin recovery process. If the “MPP” (sometimes shown as MP) is not listed, Once complete, the MPP should appear on the upgrade select “Recovery”...
  • Page 50 3. Alarms: MPP – Comm Loss (cont.) The 12vDC circuit drives communication and the 24vDC circuit drives relay activation. The incoming power, power supply, and fuses all impact those circuits. Check PSU output Check PSU input Step 3E Step 3F Check for 12vDC between the black and red (bottom Check for 120vAC between the black and white wires of two) wires and 24vDC between blue and white (top...
  • Page 51 3. Alarms: MPP – Comm Loss (cont.) When checking MPP power, verify the circuit breaker is not tripped. If tripped the system will not be receiving power. Check MPP power Step 3G Check for 110-130vAC off of the breaker. If low voltage, correct power source/breaker.

  • Page 52: Alarms: Smart Device Comm Loss

    4. Alarms: Smart Device - Comm Loss Each smart component, when not communicating, will generate its own specific alarm. The following table outlines the possible messages that may appear. Alarm (Device Displaying Alarm) Component Description CSM – Comm Loss (MSP) Chemistry Sensing Module VSP –...
  • Page 53 4. Alarms: Smart Device - Comm Loss (cont.) For those smart devices that need to be wired for communication, verify wiring matches instructions found in the owner’s manual. Also check plug connections. Check cable/connection Verify LED status Step 4A Step 4B Inspect all comm lines &...
  • Page 54 Inspect Micro LED Step 4C Step 4D Attempt to locate device’s HUA in the OmniPL. To Inspect the Micro LED. If the LED is always OFF, then locate, go to config > system info. If the smart device is replace the MPP (HLX-PCB-MAIN). If the LED is not expressed, replace the smart device.
  • Page 55 4. Alarms: Smart Device - Comm Loss (cont.) The 12vDC circuit drives communication and the 24vDC circuit drives relay activation. The incoming power, power supply, and fuses all impact those circuits. Check MPP power LEDs Check PSU output Step 4E Step 4F Inspect the 12v and 24v LEDs.
  • Page 56 4. Alarms: Smart Device - Comm Loss (cont.) The 12vDC circuit drives communication and the 24vDC circuit drives relay activation. The incoming power, power supply, and fuses all impact those circuits. Check PSU input Check MPP power Step 4G Step 4H Check for 120vAC between the black &...

  • Page 57: Salt Chlorinator Not Detected

    5. Salt Chlorinator Not Detected NOTE: To chlorinate the pump must be on and primed, solar must not be in operation, flow must be detected, the water temperature must be above 50 degrees, and the salt level must be between 2700-3400ppm. Activate pump and check the Chlorinator % Step 5A Step 5B...
  • Page 58 5. Salt Chlorinator Not Detected (cont.) NOTE: If the system is reporting a “CHLOR relay K1 or K2 stuck open” then there may be a problem with the 20amp - chlorinator fuse, 4amp - transformer fuse, the transformer, or the rectifiers. Reverse polarity Check for alarms Step 5C...
  • Page 59 5. Salt Chlorinator Not Detected (cont.) NOTE: “T-CELL Cable/Sensor Open” implies that the cell cord is cut or the cell is not properly plugged into the board. Verify cell cable is plugged in snugly. Reconfigure OmniLogic Test 4amp & 20amp fuses Step 5E Step 5F Either delete config., power cycle, &...
  • Page 60 5. Salt Chlorinator Not Detected (cont.) Test the transformer output (2) yellow wires for 24vAC. Each wire when measured against ground should deliver about 12vAC. Test transformer output Test transformer input Step 5G Step 5H Measure 24vAC between the two yellow wires. If Unplug transformer primary wires and test for 120vAC voltage is good, check rectifier wiring.
  • Page 61 5. Salt Chlorinator Not Detected (cont.) NOTE: If the power supplied to the MPP is under 110vAC, then the chlorinator circuit will be affected. Test MPP power at the breaker Step 5i Check for 120vAC off of the breaker. If low voltage is present, correct at the power source/breaker.

  • Page 62: Wi-Fi: No Connection/Ip Address

    6. Wi-Fi: No Connection/IP Address Wi-Fi set-up Network properties Step 6A Step 6B Under the config icon, select “network”. Verify the SSID Select “network properties” and verify correct network matches the wifi network and shows as connected. If type is selected. Verify IP address info is populated. not, select switch network.
  • Page 63 Run a “diagnostic” test. Verify all green check marks Using another wifi compatible device to connect to the and signal strength is above 35%. If correct, OmniPL is network. If device does not connect, reset router. If wifi connected to the server. If not, go to step 6D.
  • Page 64 Verify your router has this capability. Direct Ethernet test Step 6E Connect a direct Ethernet cable to the OmniPL controller. Set system to “wired connection” using the “configuration wizard.” Save and restart the system. If network information populates, you may have a wifi signal issue.
  • Page 65 Plug the cable securely into the IF after changing router ports, IP addresses still don’t OmniPL controller. Go to 7B. appear go to 7C. *NOTE: DO NOT connect the Ethernet cable to a PoE port on the router. If unsure which ports, if any, are classified as PoE ports, please contact the router manufacturer.

  • Page 66: Wired: No Connection/Ip Address

    7. Wired: No Connection/IP Address NOTE: The Ethernet cable that is provided from the home router to the OmniLogic should not exceed 300’ and should be run in low voltage conduit only. Make sure the MSP is updated to the latest firmware (pg.
  • Page 67 7. Wired: No Connection/IP Address (cont.) The cable configuration is a standard through put CAT5e. The Ethernet cable should be in low voltage conduit ONLY. Check/change cable Repeat cable test Step 7E Step 7F Ethernet Remote Tester Tester Confirm cable ends matches either of the Test cable again.

  • Page 68: Web Control: Link Lost

    8. Remote Control Failure NOTE: A failure to remotely control the Omni from either the App or the web site indicates that the OmniLogic cannot reach the Web Server; due to either a problem with the customer’s internet service, lost connection between the router and MSP, the web server is down.
  • Page 69 8. Remote Control Failure NOTE: when remote control of the Omni fails you can check the connectivity at the controller display as described below. Check for IP addresses Verify server connection Under “config” select the “network” icon. Verify the Select “Diagnostic” in the “Networks.” Verify all checks toggle switch is ON and system is set to either dynamic appear.

  • Page 70: Reading Serial Numbers

    Reading Serial Numbers 3K20101 Standard Warranty Term 3K20101 Product Family 3K20101- 123456 3K20101 Year of Manufacture 3K20101 Day of Manufacture 123456 = Manufacturing ID...

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