Questions tagged [hot-tub]
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Convert a 240 hot tub outlet to 120
We have a 240 outlet on our patio that was used for a hot tub. I'd like to convert it to 120, have an outlet there on the house then also run a line to install an outlet on our new pergola. Can this be done?
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Why is my 1997 Hot Springs Sovereign hot tub not heating?
I am currently having some issues with my Hot Springs Sovereign hot tub. Well, actually just one issue, it is cold.
Some more information on the tub. I am sorry to say, it has not been maintained too well. The tub belongs to my roommate and he got…
Sobewine
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Hot Tub PH and Alklinity Problems
We have 500 gal hot tub and have had it for about a year now. I have yet to be able to get PH and alkalinity into spec at the same time - as a result I have focused on PH.
I have yet to find anyone locally who can help with this issue.
If Ph is in…
RTC
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Adding a hot tub which needs a 220 60 amp circuit
I reviewed some other questions - none of them seemed to be similar enough to consider.
I am planning on using an electrician for this upgrade and want to be able to explain to him on the phone our needs. We're out in the country and I'd like to…
Greenpumpkin
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Do I need chemicals if I drain my hot tub after 3 days?
I'm installing a free hot tub I got and I'm looking for ways to use it without chlorine, bromine, balancers, anti-foamers, clarifiers, etc etc. I only plan on using it on weekends and my calculations tell me it costs about $7 to heat my hot tub from…
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2000 Hotsprings Sovereign Will not heat
My 2000 Hotsprings Sovereign will not heat at all.
Work Performed:
Installed all new filters.
Installed new 1.5kw/6kw replacement heater.
Unhooked all hoses to make sure of no air locks.
Circulation pump working properly with great flow coming…
Donnie Sharpless
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Hot Tub Heater Shutdown
My hot tub shuts down with error code "dr" which my manual says is:
Possible inadequate water, poor flow, or air bubbles in detected in
heater. Spa is shut down for 15 minutes.
The sequence of events is:
jets turn on and flow is good.
about a…
Be Kind To New Users
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Spa Panel with 50a breaker
I had a spa panel installed when the home was built for a future spa. Now we've found a spa and it requires 60a breaker at the panel. The panel has a 50a breaker in it. The panel inside the house at the other end has a 60a breaker. The wire…
Andy
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Why does my spa pump hum but not rotate?
I have a Jacuzzi spa pump model s55cxnfe-7055. When the pump turns on it hums for a few seconds then turns off. I turned the shaft using a flat head screw driver to spin the shaft right and left with no resistance. When I turned the breaker on,…
joe
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Two-speed hot tub motor hums but doesn't run
Have a hot tub 2.5 years old one of the motors is 2 speed. When I push start on that one it just hums. Could it be just the capacitor. If so how can it be checked ?
terry
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Hot tub, new pump, but jets won't work
Have a 10 yr old Four Winds, KeyWest model spa, with a Balboa GS300 control board. Spa was working great until one day the pump just made a loud, constant hum.
Bought new AquaFlo 230v pump and installed. Bled air to ensure no airlock, but when…
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Hot tub short circuit: could it be rusty wires?
My hot tub suddenly shut down one day with one “popping” sound coming from the control board. I took the cover off and tried to turn the breaker on and immediately “POP!!” I filmed it and saw that the short happens right where the power wires are…
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New InnovaSpa Storm HH Error Code
New hot tub giving HH[overheating code] error code. Water is 50 degrees F. See diagram. So far checked fuses and volts. When i unplug one of the sensors and plug back in the jets start but then it gives a HHand IC(ice detected) code which makes no…
Margol
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Hot tub receptacle location
Can a 120v GFI receptacle be near a not tub? The practical location of the receptacle that accepts the GFI plug for the hot tub is 2 feet from the tub. No one has any reason to stand inside the tub to reset the GFI (or hopefully smart enough). The…
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2 speed EMG hot tub motor - low speed just hums - high speed no problem
this is my first posting.
I've searched the website tried the various recommended solutions for similar problems but with no success, so I've decided to post with a little more information.
Background:
The motor is about 12 years old, an EMG 90 2-4…
Graham
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