7095 controller, photo cell/led not working

[rodcpierce]

Is there a replacement photocell/led for the 7095? Mine doesnt seem to be working. I can put it on night mode, and LED mode and it does nothing. Roger, is there is a replacement, is it a part I could service myself? (i have plenty of soldering/circuit board experience)

 

[rvitko]

We do have them, two models exist, one with a mini 4 pin connector and one that is soldered directly to the board (older), we changed to the quick connector in late 2007. I would start by opening the controller and checking which one you have, you only need to remove the 4 screws at the back of the controller.

 

[an411]

I am having the same problem with my controller I sent it back to have you solder a new one on about a year ago and again mine is out I was wondering do the power heads still go into night mode if this light is not working?

 

[rvitko]

They may or may not, it depends on the extent of the damage, I would check to see if the pumps stop pulsing at night. Usually the photocell/LED goes out because it is being submerged or sitting on a brace and getting wet, they are water resistant but not water proof, sitting in water will ruin them.

 

[rodcpierce]

mine doesnt even go into night mode. Ill remove the back of the unit tonight and see which one I have and let you know Roger. Whats the cost on this part?

 

[rvitko]

Either one is $32.55. The only difference is a solder on end or plug end.

 

[an411]

Roger I wanted to let you know that my light is working still I tested it again last night. Thanks

 

[rvitko]

Thanks, it is important to remember it goes through a 29 day lunar simulation and brightens and dims to match the moonphases, for 1 day it is off completely and for many days it is so dim it is barely on.