Hot Tub Pump Issues

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The days when all the pumping that a hot tub needed was done by a single water pump are gone. Modern hot tubs or rather spas typically have two or three, while some might boast of five pumps. What do all these pumps do?

The basic function of the water tub is to keep heated water in the tub. The water pump, when it is operating, keeps the water circulating over a heater so that it is sufficiently warm. Water can get cold when it is being used.

The pump also pushes the water through the filtration system so that debris and harmful stuff in the water is removed. Without the force provided by the pumping, water might not get filtered adequately.

Other functions performed by the pumps in a hot tub include:

• Providing the therapeutic massage of desired force. It is the pumps that expel the water through the jets in the hot tub with sufficient strength to deliver the massaging experience.
• Mixing air and water to provide misted water to provide an enhanced massaging experience. An air blower is a dedicated pump that pumps air through the air pipes, while modern spas might have the functionality to mix air and water in the jets without an air blower.
• Circulating ozone throughout the water where you have an ozone generator installed. Ozone is highly effective in removing harmful organisms from the water and maintaining it in crystal clear condition. Ozone also reduces the costs of standard chlorine / bromine sanitation.

Pumps are mechanical devices with moving parts and are among the first devices in the hot tub to cause problems. The problems usually occur because of:

• Wear and tear of constantly moving parts resulting in some part failing and affecting the efficiency of the pumping function if not stopping it fully.
• The acidity and other properties of the water affecting the ceramic seal separating the dry (motor) and wet (water) ends of the pump, creating cracks that causes water leaks. If the leak is not detected and the seal replaced early enough, water can leak into the motor and repairing the motor can cost far more than the cost of replacing the seal.

You can minimize hot tub servicing costs by keeping the water at the recommended pH levels through regular testing and treatment. Additionally, check the tub for any signs of leak; the earlier you detect a leaking pump, the less will be your hot tub servicing costs.

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Hot Tub Water Jet Problems and Solutions

The water jets in a hot tub provide the real experience that you seek from the spa. When they cease to function as expected, your experience also deteriorates. An idea about the common problems and what to do in each case can definitely improve the experience.

Calcium Buildup: The calcium in hard water used in the tub can build up in the jets and cause mobile jets to become immobile. Test the water for hardness and add water softener chemicals as necessary.

Air in Water Pump: If air gets into the water pump when you drain the hot tub or otherwise, it can affect the pump’s ability to move water forcefully enough. At the jets, you will find that the water is not providing a sufficiently strong massage experience. The problem is solved by removing the air from the pump. Loosen the coupling (a little) at the discharge end of the pump. When the pump is switched on, air inside will escape through the opening. When water begins to spray through the opening, quickly tighten the coupling.

Irregular Flow of Water: Instead of providing a smooth flow, water might come out of the jets in spurts. This problem can result from several causes that need to be eliminated one by one to arrive at the real problem.

• Check the level of water in the tub. If it is too low, air might be getting mixed with water and affecting the flow of the latter. Topping up the hot tub should solve the problem if this is the case
• If water level is not the problem, filters could be. They might have become clogged and need cleaning or even replacement. To check, remove the filters and run the jets. If the water flow is normal now, the problem is filters. Clean or replace them as warranted. If the filter is beyond cleaning, putting them back can cause damage to the pump.
• If the problem is not with the filter, the culprit could be a blockage in the plumbing. Check around the pump for the existence of any such blockage and remove if any are found.
• If none of the above steps stops the problem, it could be with the pump or control system. Repairing these is best left to trained persons.

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The Right Hot Tub For You.

The joy of having your own hot tub is something that will allow you to be relaxed and comfortable with every day. Your friends and relatives, will all appreciate the hospitality and comfort, and pure enjoyment of hot tubs whenever they invite themselves over for a visit.

Nowadays, spas come in most every shape and size. Custom configurations and spa components allow you to tailor- make the style that will best suit your needs. Many providers have designers on-site who can assess the space and area where the hot tub will be placed and help you make the best choice for the number of people who will be using it.

Energy efficiency, is often taken into consideration, and designs that allow for spa parts to be easily acquired make owning this system affordable and easy to work into the average budget.

Whether you prefer gas or electric, the unit you select can be designed to accommodate your heating needs. From modern designed pumps and recirculation methods, to fully insulated walls, floors, and covers, there are systems that will meet any need. Computer controlled heating cycles bring the water to the perfect temperature according to your personal taste, thus lowering operational cost’s.

Modern tubs now feature spa components that allow you to enjoy music pumped right into the water through underwater speakers. Water resistant LCD monitors brings your favorite movie, video, or show into a new perspective. The addition of underwater lighting affords you the ability to create and enhance the mood and atmosphere with a simple turn of a dial, or push of a button.

Keeping your hot tub clean, fresh and inviting has never been easier or simpler thanks to such technologies as ozone generator’s that pump oxygen based ozone into the water to soothe and relax the user. This also reduces and/ or eliminates the need for chemicals to maintain that fresh, crisp, clean appearance each and every time you open up the cover.

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How To Repair A Hot Tub Pump

Many people enjoy using hot tubs year around, either in their homes or outdoors. When something goes wrong with the parts and functioning, it can be costly to fix. You can save a lot of money by repairing it yourself. By finding out what the specific issue is, it will be easier and quicker to resolve.

If something is wrong with the speed or speed controls, this is usually a sign that there is a problem. If it is stuck on either low or high speed, this is a symptom that there is an issue. Also, of both speeds go at the same time, you should try and resolves the problem so no further damage is done.

If your hot tub is stuck on low speed there are steps you should take to fix it. First, turn the thermostat all the clock wise and make sure to turn the timer off. Next, try switching it over to high speed. If this doesn’t happen you should make sure the high and low speed wires are both connected with the pump. If this fails, you should make sure all connections at the circuit board are okay and in working order.

If you are having the issue of both high and low speeds running at the same time, you can fix this by first disconnecting the pump cord and checking for power on the air switch. If both have power going to them, then there is an internal problem. This mean that the connecting wires have shorted in some way. You may end up having to replace the motor. If you are unable to switch from speed to speed, then the issue is the air switch.

If you are having the issue that it will not go on high speed, this is also either a pump or motor problem. If you try it and nothing happens, rotate the timer and then rotate the thermostat clockwise. After this, if it engages, you should switch the red and black wires. If it is impossible to make it go on high speed, you should replace the motor.

You can also consider checking the voltage. This is found in the back by the motor. If the voltage is fine, then the problem may lie in the pump cord itself. You can check for burnt areas, melted metals, and cord breakage. If you see any of these things, the cord should be replaced immediately. If something is wrong with the voltage at the air switch output, replace the pump output.

If the problem is constant low speed, there are steps to fix that as well. Firstly, turn the timer off and turn the thermostat clockwise. Next, try to switch to the high speed setting. If the high speed does turn on, all you have to do is re-work the wires by swapping out the black and red ones. If nothing changes, you need to replace the contactor.

These are suggestions on how to repair a hot tub pump. You should always be careful when working with electrical wires. If you cannot fix the problem yourself, there are professionals who can assist you.

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Hot Tub Repair: Helpful Hints

While it is best to call in trained hot tub repair professionals to repair and service your hot tub in case of problems, some familiarity with the issues can help you brief the repair person adequately so that the person can come prepared and execute the work quickly. For the simpler issues, you might even be able to do the repair yourself.

DIY repair is not recommended where the issue is not a simple one. Electrical work could be particularly dangerous for amateurs in the presence of water. And unless the water flows are not switched off before removing any components forming part of the plumbing, the place could get more than a little messy,

Subject to the above observations, let us look at hot tub problems and simple repairs.

Hot Tub does not turn on

The typical reason is interruption in power supply to the hot tub, which could occur at several points. You would need a electrical multimeter to check availability of power and its voltage at these points. If you don’t know how to use a multimeter, it’s best you leave the electrical work to a trained person.

• Check incoming power and its voltage, which should be 110V or 220V depending on your equipment.
• If power is present and voltage is correct, check the trip switch. If it is not getting set properly (allowing current to flow) the problem could be with one of the connected components or the switch itself. Disconnect all the components and then reconnect them one by one. If the trip switch gets tripped on connecting a particular component (pump, heater, blower, etc) you might have found the problem.
• If the trip switch is okay, check the fuse. If the fuse is blown, a test like the one described for trip switch could indicate the problem. On the other hand, if the fuse gets blown even when all the components are disconnected, the problem could be with the wiring. In this case, leave the task of troubleshooting to a trained electrician.
• If the above procedures do not solve the problem, it could be related to the contactors or the control in the hot tub. Your best option is to call in your hot tub repair company and explain the problem and what you did.

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• Professional, courteous and worked clean… You don’t get these from all service people these days.
• To be told what work was being done… Some service persons don’t want you around so that they can fabricate non-existent problems and charge you for these
• …process of elimination when at work… To hear the elimination process is to get confidence that the workers know what they are doing
• …the work they have done for us is worth every penny… Large companies typically don’t like small works; they might even charge you a sizable amount just for coming over to take a look
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• …as the pumps are no longer made any more.. An obsolete pump would typically have meant changing the plumbing; hottubrepairman just “swopped some parts about” and the plumbing fitted!

Testimonials like these are hard to come by and any company that can get them is definitely worth your custom.

Repair and service people need to be highly trustworthy as they can easily conjure up many problems that need attention when actually all that is needed might be just some cleaning. And then there are service people who take days or weeks to turn up after promising immediate response.

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Understanding Different Types Of Hot Tubs

Warm water can be a good stress reliever. It loosens the muscles, opens your pours and could make anyone feel better. There are different types of hot tubs for a person’s wants, needs, or situations. There are many differences that they have from each other. Some differences are minuscule while others make one of them very luxurious.

The hot tub has a few different names that it can be called. Some companies call them Jacuzzis while others call them Home Spas. All of these terms are interchangeable. There is no functional difference if you use any of these names. Every spa comes with water jets and also will have seating of some sort. The number of jets or amount of seating is dependent on the size of the Jacuzzi.

Wooden hot tubs are less common these days. They have bench style seating and to keep them maintained is a lot more work than if you had one that is moulded. The moulded design has built in seating and is made of a single piece of acrylic mould. The wooden types also cost more to build, however, there are those that actually prefer the older wood design over the moulded.

The acrylic shell has built in seating and water jets too. Under the acrylic there is either a fiberglass or wooden frame. The outer cabinet shell that surrounds the Jacuzzi is made to look like wood. These cabinets are usually made from plastic or acrylic.

Some spas are made to be portable. The portable design is for those who do not want their spa to be set in a permanent arrangement. They also can only hold one or two people and only require a low amount of water to fill them. Portable tubs are pre-built and they sit above ground to allow the owner to have easier access to move their tub to wherever they want. These are all very basic in design.

Larger Jacuzzis can seat over ten people and need at least two water pumps to operate. Some of these bigger spas also have luxury items like digital lights or a sound system. These items are great for when someone wants to have guests over for social events. Another luxury item they may include is a flat screen TV. These type of amenities will definitely be a crowd pleasure.

There are two kinds of ways that these can be heated. You can either choose electric or gas. The electrical types are more common these days, but are more expensive to run. On a good note, they are less expensive to install than the gas types. On the reverse, the gas heating units are less common, but are a cheaper cost to operate in the long run. No matter which one you choose you will need a 240V source to power the water pumps.

Depending on your preference, there are different types of hot tubs to choose from. There are even different shapes they come in. Understanding different hot tubs is easy, no matter which one you pick you will not be disappointed in your choice.

Hot Tubs: What to Expect from Top Spas

Hydrotherapy

Known as water cure in the 19^th century and hydropathy later involves using water to provide pain relief and treat ailments. Hydrotherapy gained part of its popularity from its potential for home treatment. In modern days, water is used as a medium for application of heat and cold on different parts of the body, rather than as a curing agent.

Modern spas with their water jets make water application to desired parts of the body much easier. Electronic controllers can provide differing effects at the touch of a button. You can massage your body with hot or cold water and the water can be mixed with air as desired.

Hot tubs of today enable people to get hydrotherapies in style and comfort in their own homes.

A Great Experience

Underwater lighting with spa lights can produce color shows to create a fantastic experience. Add soothing music and your experience can be transformed into a surreal experience. Produce just the experience you want with the right jet pressure, color effects and music while relaxing in the water with remote infrared controllers.

Modern materials such as acrylic can add stunning looks to your spa. They can even look just like wood, without its messiness and proneness to damage. And getting in and out of the water is safer and more convenient with ergonomically designed steps.

And a Healthier Experience

Modern spas typically come with modern knowledge. Manufacturers know that the warm environs of the spa can create an inviting atmosphere for micro-organisms. Not only are options such as chemicals and ozone treatment available to kill the bacteria but you can also opt for special microbe-resistant modern materials that prevent bacteria growth.

Hot tubs are not just hot tubs in today’s world.

Hot tubs, consist of numerous components that together provide you the warm and relaxing experience you expect from hot tubs, they need regular maintenance and occasional repairs. A defective hot tub can not only affect your experience but also make you sick. The warm water is an environment ideal for the growth of bacteria unless the tub is maintained in a sanitized condition.

Sanitation is not the only issue. Your hot tub has pumps, jets, heaters, air blowers and hot tub filters, all of which can become faulty. And the body and seats can are prone to wear and tear affecting not only their polished appearance but even their functionality. Unless these parts of the hot tub are maintained in good condition through repairs, your hot tub experience can get seriously degraded.

Hot tub repairs are complicated by the existence of numerous makes and models. There are hot tubs made in UK with standardized parts, and unbranded ones made with non-standard parts. Then there are hot tubs made in the US and China, which might have different standards. Unless your hot tub repair man is familiar with all these different tubs, he might not be able to do justice to the repair job.

Hot Tube Repair Man is a hot tub services company available to hot tub owners in the Midlands. Our personnel are trained to repair all the different makes and models of hot tubs and spas. We also have a ready stock of parts and chemicals so that you won’t have to wait long to get your hot tub back in working condition. The parts are original ones even in the case of US and Chinese models.

If you are DIY repair man, we can provide next day delivery of Heaters, Hot Tub Pumps, Filters, Plumbing, Covers, Hot Tub Jets, Pillows and Air Blowers required for your work.

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These parts are online prices only and are for DIY installtions only.

Parts consist of:

Chinese Hot Tub pumps: TDA200, LP200 and DH1 Circulation Pumps.

American pump upgrades are available, but usually require a little replumbing.

All pumps are brand new and boxed and can be sent out for next day delivery.

Chinese Hot Tub Heaters: 3kw Straight and L shaped Heaters (with and without pressure switch cables)

(These heaters are agreat replacment for the originally installed Rooster heaters, the contain a aluminium heating element instead of the easy to break ceramic type inside Rooster heaters.)

Chinese Hot Tub Ozone Units.

12 volt Chinese hot tub ozone unit, these units should be replaced every 2 years.

Small Ozone valves are also available.

Hot Tub Repair Man offers Repairs and Services on all American and Chinese Hot Tubs, Please call or Email for details mail@hottubrepairman.co.uk

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