Hot Tub Hibernation

If you don’t plan to use your hot tub during the cold winter, you need to take some precautions to ensure that frozen water do not damage your spa parts. Equipment can freeze and crack if too much water is inside. You have to drain the spa of most of its water before sending it into hibernation.

Before you start on the draining process, switch off all power connections. Turn off the heater, and any power switch on the pack. It is a good idea to turn off the circuit-breaker to the hot tub on the electrical panel controlling power supply to your home.

Remove the hot tub cover, and the filter cartridge from its canister.

You are now ready to start the draining process. Attach a garden hose to the bottom spout of the spa. Alternatively, you can siphon off the water from the hot tub. Just make sure that the hose you use is full of water (fill it from a water tap), put one end into the spa and the other end at a level that is significantly lower than the spa bottom.

After the hot tub proper is drained, you need to remove most of the water that remains in the plumbing, including air blower lines. This might require turning the power back on to start the blower and expel the water. It is a good idea to put the cover back on during this process.

Don’t forget to turn the power (and the circuit-breaker) off after this exercise.

You can now remove the cover, and use a sponge to soak up the water in the spa.

You can now cover the equipment panel and use a tarpaulin to cover the whole spa to send your hot tub into winter hibernation. The tough tarp will ensure that your spa is safe from the elements.

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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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How Chlorine and Ozone Work together in a Hot Tub

Chlorine is used to kill bacteria and viruses in the water in the hot tub. Chlorine combines with water to make hypochlorous acid that destroys the molecules of microorganisms in the water. Depending on the pH of the water, hypochlorous acid changes partly into hypochlorite ions that do not kill microorganisms. Higher pH of water leads to more hypochlorite and less effective disinfectation.

Chlorine combines with ammonia and nitrogen in the water to form chloramines. The sweat and other body products of bathers can contain ammonia while rain water contains nitrogen. Chloramines are practically ineffective as disinfectants and also smell bad. They make the water cloudy and cause irritation to skin and eyes.

Chloramines are removed through “shock treatments” through super-chlorination or using other chemicals. Super-chlorination can prove ineffective unless done correctly and it also leaves the hot tub unusable for several hours until the level of chlorine comes down to harmless levels.

By adding ozone to the water, ammonia and nitrogen are removed from the water thus eliminating the formation of chloramines during chlorination. Ozone is a powerful oxidizer that oxidizes all the other stuff that bathers typically introduce into the water, such as soap, lotions, makeup, saliva and urine. Finally, it kills most of the microorganisms leaving only a minimum for the chlorine to complete the job.

What these mean is that you can use much less chlorine when ozone is used, and also that the unpleasant effects of chlorine use are avoided.

Ozone is not a product like Chlorine that you buy from the shop. Instead, you buy an ozonator that is installed on the hot tub along with needed plumbing. The ozonator generates Ozone on site and injects it into the water through the plumbing. The initial capital outlay on the ozonator and installation pays for itself in the form of a much more pleasing hot tub experience.

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Hot Tub Parts – Part 2 – My Hot Tub

In a previous article on hot tub parts, we mentioned that the modern hot tub is a complex assembly that needs periodic maintenance and replacements of parts. A familiarity with the names and functions of the parts could make this task easier for the non-technical hot tub users. In this article, we continue the discussion looking at other parts of the hot tub assembly.

Circuit Boards: Circuit boards connect the various electronic components in a convenient manner, replacing the earlier method of using wires to connect the components. On a printed circuit board, the connections are made using etched metal lines on the board. The electronic assembly of components controls various functions of the hot tub providing the controlled experience you get.

Replacing circuit boards need special care. These boards are often of a proprietary design and you will have to find the board that works with your hot tub. You will also have to ensure that the connectors that connect the tub and board are compatible.

Air Blowers: Air blowers also known as bubblers give a bubbly feel to the water. The blower assembly consists of a fan motor and plumbing to get the blown air into the water. The plumbing has to ensure that the water do not get into the air chambers. Some experts suggest that use of air blowers should be avoided as it increases energy consumption and adds to maintenance costs.

Air blowers also come in different models and you have to make sure the replacement you buy is suitable for your hot tub.

Ozonators: Ozone gas sanitizes your spa by destroying bacteria and viruses present in the spa water. Ozone also breaks down body oils so that the water remains clear and fresh for longer periods. Using an ozonator (or ozone generator) also helps you keep the levels of chlorine in the water lower.

Ozone is generated by exposing oxygen to UV light or a “corona” discharge. The ozonator will have either a UV light bulb or a corona discharge device. The generated ozone is passed through an airline to a water jet.

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Home owners often wonder what to do if a hot tub is tripping the elctrics. Unless someone has basic electrical knowledge, they should not attempt to work on it. It is risky to work with electricity and water simultaneously and unless a person knows what he is doing, it could lead to electrical shock. If a person does not have the knowledge and experience to do the job, it is best to call in a professional licensed electrician.

The average spa can be repaired in a particular way, however custom packs will vary. It is best to use a professional if one is unsure about anything relating to the troubleshooting of a spa. The same applies to installing new components for the spa.

Should the GFCI breaker trip when the spa is powered up, it is suggested that the load be disconnected from the breaker. If the breaker still trips, it should be replaced. If the breaker trips when all the load has been disconnected, it is an indication that the breaker is faulty.

Each individual component of the spa should be disconnected to see if the breaker can be switched on without tripping. Components with receptacle or plug connections, such as the ozonator, pump, blower or light should be unplugged one at a time. Using this as a process of elimination, a person can easily find out which part is faulty. The part can then be replaced or repaired.

Another way to find faulty components, is to run the spa with all the components for fifteen minutes. After the time is up, a person can check all the components to see if any of them are warm. The GFCI should also be checked. Any hot components should be replaced. The heater element should also be inspected and replaced if it has imperfections or if it corroded.

Nuisance trips may occur throughout the day, at any time. If this is the case, one should look for moisture in the GFCI box. Moisture could be caused by a leak and it can cause big problems.This could cause the trips and the problem that causes the moisture should be repaired as soon as possible.

Corrosion on contacts or overheated wire connections could also be the problem and should be corrected. All the connections should also be checked to insure that there are no poor crimp connections or loose spade connections. A person can tug at all the connections to look for these problems. It is also important to ensure that the mounting tags on the GFCI breaker are secure.

If the homeowner still does not know what to do if a hot tub is tripping the elctrics, it is advised that he or she calls in the professionals. Reputable electricians are usually available twenty four hours a day, seven days a week. Spa installers are also trained in dealing with electrical issues that are related to spas. If the spa came with a warranty, the installers can be contacted to deal with the problem. It would be best to contact the installers first.

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