How do you prime a spa?
There are two methods of priming the pump. Turn the spa on and wait for PR (Priming Mode) to appear on the topside display. Press the JETS button to turn on the pump and let it run for 10 seconds. The pump should be running in low speed. Press the JETS buttons again and let the pump run in high speed for 10 seconds.
How long does it take to prime a hot tub?
Whenever the GFCI is turned on, your hot tub will start up in priming mode to safely remove any air that may be trapped in the plumbing lines. The spa will stay in priming mode for about six minutes.
How do you know if you have an airlock in your spa?
As mentioned above, the most common sign that your hot tub has an air lock is the jets not working when powered on. This can include nothing coming out of your jets when they are turned on or even a humming sound coming from the jets or pump.
What is priming mode on a hot tub?
The purpose of the priming mode is to manually activate each spa pump prior to the automatic heat cycle being started. Typically, cycling each pump a few times will prime or purge any air from the plumbing. The automatic heat cycle will begin four to five minutes after the priming mode starts.
How often should my hot tub cycle?
Three Hours Twice a Day Is Recommended Most spa filter cycles are pre-set to run twice each day for four hours each time, but allowing the spa to cycle less often can save energy. Washington State University’s energy program recommends running the filter twice a day for three hours.
How long after filling hot tub can you use it?
You should wait at least thirty minutes or so. It’s also a great idea to put the jets on, this way the water circulates and the water absorbs the chemical better. Additionally, make sure the hot tub cover is off while this happens. This allows any chemical vapors to escape quickly.
Should you run your hot tub all the time?
Yes, you should leave your hot tub on all of the time. Hot tubs are designed to always be switched on and it’s more economical to keep the water hot than it is to heat it up from cold each time you want to use it.
Will a hot tub motor run without water?
This means no water flow no heat. The only damage you could have had would be if the pump was on with no water. A hot tub is not like a water heater. It is only heating flowing water and not standing water.
What would cause breaker to trip on hot tub?
Moisture Exposure If the inside of the control box that houses your hot tub circuit breaker has moisture, this can cause the breaker to trip frequently. Moisture from condensation or rain can get inside these boxes. When this happens, the moisture can end up damaging electrical components inside the control box.
What to do if GFCI keeps tripping?
Solution:
- Remove the GFCI outlet and replace it. If the problem is fixed, then you know that the GFCI was the initial cause of the tripping.
- If removing the outlet, and the problem persists, it is likely that it could be another outlet on the line, or the circuit breaker itself.
Where is the reset button on my hot tub?
Locate the spa’s high-limit reset. This is a red button found on many spa packs. It may be located on the heater and covered by a rubber nipple.
Why does my hot tub get hotter than setting?
A simple cause of hot tub overheating is the hot tub’s temperature may be set too high. Try setting your hot tub temperature to 98°F and see if this helps. This heat transfers into the tub water, increasing the temperature. So, if the hot tub is set to filter too many hours per day, it can cause overheating.
What happens if something falls down the vent?
A lost item can potentially block airflow, collect dust and debris, or even cause a smell of burning material if the object gets too close to the furnace.
Why must you cover the coils when testing the heat pump in warm weather?
How can a technician check to see if the coil and condensing unit on an AC split system are matched? Why must you cover the coils when testing the heat pump in warm weather? to prevent the heat pump from overloading the compressor. How does a pressure-time-temperature defrost system measure frost?