Product Details
- Product type: Flow switch assembly without tee
- Part number: GLX-FLO-RP
- Cable length: 15 feet
- Common use: Replacement flow switch for compatible Hayward salt chlorine generators
- Tee included: No
- Best for: Replacing a damaged, stuck, or non-working flow switch when the existing tee can be reused
- Installation area: Pool plumbing line near the salt cell
- Compatibility: Select Hayward Aqua Rite, Aqua Rite Pro, Aqua Plus, Pro Logic, Mineral Springs, and SwimPure systems; verify before publishing
If you need the switch with a PVC tee included, compare this item with the flow switch assembly with PVC pipe tee before ordering.
Compatibility Notes
This GLX-FLO-RP flow switch is intended for compatible Hayward Goldline salt chlorine generator systems. It should not be treated as a universal flow switch for every pool chlorinator, plumbing setup, or control unit.
For shoppers comparing similar Hayward switch options, the Hayward GLX-FLO 15 feet cable flow switch may be reviewed as a related replacement part.
If your system uses an Aqua Trol HP-style setup, the Hayward GLX-FLO-HP flow switch assembly may be a better match than this GLX-FLO-RP version.
When to Replace the Flow Switch
A flow switch may need replacement if the salt chlorine generator shows “No Flow,” “Low Flow,” or similar flow-related warnings while the pump is running and water circulation is normal. It may also need replacement if the cable is damaged, the paddle is stuck, or the connector no longer reads properly.
Before replacing the flow switch, check the pump basket, filter, valves, salt cell, and plumbing for blockages. Low water movement can cause the same type of warning even when the switch is working correctly.
Installation Guidance
Turn off power to the pump and salt chlorine generator before removing the old flow switch. Release system pressure and confirm the flow direction before installation.
Install the switch into the existing tee in the correct orientation so the paddle sits properly in the water stream. Route the cable away from sharp edges, hot surfaces, and moving pool equipment.
Do not overtighten the switch into the tee. After installation, restart the pump, check for leaks, and confirm that the chlorinator recognizes proper flow.
Tee and Related Parts
Because this item does not include the tee, inspect your existing tee before ordering. If the tee is cracked, stripped, leaking, or missing, the Hayward GLX-FLO-T flow switch tee replacement may need to be reviewed separately.
For complete system comparison, the Hayward W3AQR15 AquaRite salt chlorination system can help buyers understand the type of Hayward setup that commonly uses flow switch monitoring.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Inspect the flow switch during seasonal startup and whenever the chlorinator shows a flow warning. Keep the salt cell clean, maintain proper water level, and make sure the pump is providing steady circulation.
If a new flow switch does not clear the warning, check water pressure, filter condition, valve position, salt cell scaling, connector fit, and control board condition before replacing more parts.












