- [narrator] If there's something clearly going wrong
with your hot tub pump,
there are a few simple things
that you can do to narrow down
and fix the problem on your own.
Here are six common hot tub pump problems
and how to solve them. Check it out.
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Problem number one, your hot tub pump won't prime.
If you here gurgling, bubbling noises,
you may have trapped air trying to escape your jets.
This commonly happens after refilling your spa.
If you don't hear bubbling, you may have debris
in your filtration system.
Clean your leaf trap and your filter first
and then try priming the pump.
If the problem persists, you can quote on quote
burp the rest of the air out of your spa
by turning the jets on and off.
First, turn down the heat
so it won't keep trying to run.
Two, open all the jets fully.
Three, run the jets on high for about 15 seconds.
Four, repeat the jet first, about three times
increasing 15 seconds each time
and then five, when air bubbles out of the jets
leave the jets on until the bubbling stops.
Problem number two, there's no water pressure.
Is the water not moving in your hot tub?
It may be something blocking your circulation system.
First, you wanna clean your filter and leaf traps
and then try priming your pump.
If you have really poor pressure,
that don't need to completely drain and clean your hot tub.
Use a line flush product to purge your circulation system
of any gunk and make sure the jets are fully open
before you begin the cleaning process.
Problem number three, your motor turns on and off.
A common symptom of a motor that needs replacing,
is random power loss.
If it's not fixed with a simple break or reset,
it could be faulty wiring or the motor itself.
You can use a multi meter to check weather your wiring
is actually delivering steady power to the motor
and if it's not, you'll need to clean off any corrosion
or possibly even replace the wiring
and if the wiring is corroded, look for leaks.
If the problem seems to be internal,
you may need to replace the motor entirely
and as always, safety first.
If you're experienced in handling electrical repairs,
have a pro test your motor and replace the wiring for you.
Problem number four, motor run but nothing happens.
If you can turn everything on
but the water isn't circulating,
you could have it stuck impeller or a clog somewhere
in your circulation system.
Grinding noises are a sign that your impeller
isn't rotating properly
due to residue or electrical issues.
Clean your filter and leaf traps.
Flip your GFCI or ground fault circuit interrupter
to cut off all power to your pump
and then check your impeller.
Clean off any gunk and try your pump again.
A damaged impeller won't turn properly,
which means, you'll need to replace the impeller itself.
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Problem number five, your pump doesn't turn on.
If you can't turn your pump on, your can't enjoy your spa.
If your control panel also doesn't turn on,
that means you've got no power coming to your spa.
The solution, just reset your breaker.
One, locate the breaker box, usually a metal box
mounted on a post or the side of our home.
Two, open it up and note whether the hot tub breaker
has tripped on it's own already.
This could indicate other problems in your spa
or with the breaker itself.
Three, flip it off and then back on again.
Four, try to start up your pump
if the breaker flips when you start your pump,
disconnect the pump and rest the breaker.
If it does not trip without the pump connected,
well then you know the problem is caused by the pump.
If it does trip, your pump is probably fine
but you'll need to troubleshoot the breaker itself
or call a professional to take a look at your spa's
electrical components
and problem number six, your pump is leaking water.
Water leaking inside your spa cabinet or near your GFCI
can cause your hot tub pump to malfunction.
It could also trip your hot tub breaker,
fry your motor and rust or corrode electrical components.
Leaks can start out slow inside you cabinet
and then remain unnoticed until they're a huge problem.
Grab a flashlight, open your spa cabinet
and look for the source of the moisture,
especially around the pump seals.
It could be as simple as a worn out unit.
You may also find a crack in your spa's impeller housing.
Cracks can happen if your hot tub has recently experienced
a freeze. You'll not only need to repair
the source of the leak but you'll also need to check
to see if the water has destroyed
any electrical components inside your spa.
You may need to clean off some of that corrosion
or replace the wiring
to get your pump working properly again.
If your hot tub pump is beyond repair,
you may need to replace your pump entirely
and as always, if you're not sure what you're doing
or you feel uncomfortable handling your
hot tub electrical equipment,
please call in a professional.
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