- [Narrator] There's nothing worse than stepping in
to a cold hot tub.
And if your hot tub isn't heating properly
it's likely one of the three common hot tub heater problems.
Check it out.
Problem number one.
Your hot tub isn't staying hot.
If you're hot tub heats up but then seems to
cool down just like a regular bath,
the firs thing is to check the filter.
Make sure the filter isn't clogged.
And if you find debris, clear it out and give it
a good cleaning.
If the filter isn't the problem.
Check the thermostat and heat sensors.
Electrical components can sometimes burn out
or go bad and will need to be replaced.
Then finally, check the spa's circulation.
If the plumbing is clogged and the water can't circulate
properly it will begin to gradually cool down after
it's been heated.
And if this is the case you'll need to drain and clean
your hot tub using a line flush product
to clear the plumbing.
Problem number two.
Your hot tub temperature fluctuates.
Okay.
So you turn on your hot tub and the water's warm
when you get in but then five minutes later
you're shivering because the temperature
has mysteriously dropped.
Then it heats up again.
Only to turn so hot that you feel like you're cooking.
Fluctuating temperatures are usually caused by
a temperature sensor that has started to die.
If the sensor is in good working order,
it may be the thermostat or your heat sensors.
Whichever one is the problem it'll have to be replaced.
Problem number three.
Your hot tub isn't heating at all.
You turn on your hot tub, you wait a little while for it
to heat up then step in to room temperature water.
Or worse it's ice cold.
This can be caused by low flow from your hot tub pump.
And if that's the problem you'll have to replace the pump.
The lack of heat may also be due to a bad heating element.
When a heating element goes bad, there's no fixing it.
Again, you'll have to replace it.
But luckily, heating elements aren't expensive.
And they're not too difficult to replace.
Here's how to replace your hot tub heating element.
Now remember before you begin any kind of work
on your hot tub please disconnect all power leading to it.
Number one.
Locate the heating element assembly inside
your hot tub cabinet.
Two.
Disconnect the electrical wires.
Three.
Remove the heating element.
Four.
Place a new heating element in the now empty space.
Five.
Reconnect the electrical wires.
And six.
Test the element by setting your hot tub to the usual
soaking temperature and waiting the appropriate amount
of time for it to heat up.
Depending on your current water temperature
and ambient temperature.
Now you can also save yourself some money
and time by keeping your hot tub heater element
in good condition with regular maintenance.
Number one.
Keep the water balanced.
Balanced water chemistry can help prevent corrosion
inside your hot tub and extend the life of your
heating element and hot tub heater.
Number two.
Keep air out of the system.
After every maintenance session be sure to flush
all the air out of your system.
Air in the lines can lead to the heating assembly's
premature failure.
Number three.
Clean the filter regularly.
Clogged filters can prevent water from properly
flowing to the heater which can eventually cause
the heating element inside to burn out.
Check your filter regularly.
And clean or replace it whenever necessary.
And finally, if you're not sure of what the issue is
and you're not comfortable with replacing any
of your hot tub parts.
It's best to call in a professional.
Remember, water and electricity do not mix.
So if you're not confident in your repair abilities
or you simply cannot identify the problem.
It's better to have a pro come in and take a look for you.
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That's it.
Thanks again.
And happy soaking.