5 Common HOT TUB PROBLEMS and Solutions

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We’re talking about some common problems you might have with your hot tub and how to troubleshoot them.

⏰ Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Hot Tub Problems and Troubleshooting
00:21 - #1. Hot Tub Won't Heat
00:39 - #2. Jets Not Working
01:10 - #3. Control Panel Displaying An Error Code
03:02 - #4. Pump Is Making A Loud Noise
03:24 - #5. GFCI Breaker Is Tripping
04:15 - Water Chemistry and Maintenance Tips

[mfdinak]

Thank you! I’ve become an armchair plumber, electrician, and hot tub repair woman thanks to error codes, trouble shooting, and videos like this!

[Schteen]

Hi which link in description is for the Dan from Poland Spa reference? Thank you!

[sunburntsilverado]

my grandfather just bought a 2017 hot springs hot spot rythm. i just got out of the hot tub and was wondering why the jet power was not as strong as the wet display one was. thank you for the video!!!! im so glad you made this vid because pops freaked and thought we purchased a faulty tub. i just turned the jets to the tight and it flowed perfectly!! thank youuuu

[davidjonburke]

If my tub losses 4 degrees in one hr with cover off when it's 40 degrees out..do I need a new element?

[rknapp]

Hey Matt... My hot tub, which is very new, the temp was sticking on 106. after 6 month, the company finally came out. they said my filter schedule was too long, which they fixed. now? my hot tub won't heat at all. do you think my heating element is burnt out from running high for so long?

[jerrydaley]

Dr. wellness October 2 codes e 56 and ecp spa not heating right and shuts off on its own

[janavargova]

Hi there .do you know why my light inside of hot tub calspas is flashing?

[joshuajohnson]

I have in tax got tub when I turn on the power button it never comes on it just make a beeping noise

[annagore]

Can you take the motor off the inter portable hot tub without draining it

[jimmcglinchey]

my Nordic spa has 3 lights flashing and the tempeture drops. when I shut it off for a few hours it works properly for a couple days. I have put a new filter in but didn't stop the problem. thanks

[byronfiscus]

What do I do if I am the professional and trying to learn more about this stuff.

[Lorrierogers]

Hello I need Heater Element Info Please

[nicknolan]

Ok so I have an issue with my hot tub if you could help. The flow switch isn’t working so I have ordered a new sensor but for the moment overriding the flow switch.
The pump jets work and the jacuzzi says heat. Temp shows 72degrees trying to get to 85. Pumps run for a little while but water is very slow to heat but then all shuts off and I get the OH (overheating) error code.
What could I look at next? Temp sensor? Circulation pump? Heating element?

[fabianacamargo]

Hi there how often should I replace my filter?
I clean it often but I have not replaced it with a new one for 2 years. I now have the FLO message and jacuzzi will not heat up, thinking maybe replacing it might be the issue after your tips.

[alohamac]

Thanks for your videos. They are helpful. I got a lot of scale on my hot tub and most of it has come off using white vinegar. There is one area which is really thick and wondering if there are options which might help to dissolve the scale. Thank you, CM.

[rceqjqf]

Hi I have a portable spa the heating is perfect, it's a one speed jet and last week the pressure was perfect, this week I noticed the jet pressure is working but not as strong, what does this mean? the spa is at least 10 or more years old if I need a new pump how much can I expect to pay to have it replaced? thanks for all the I nfo you put on your channel very helpful.

[JoseeDau]

Hey there, just watch your video. I just purchase a used spa jacuzzi J-355, 2007 and hoping you can help me with my problem. The spa have 2 jets. Jets 1 works fine but jets 2 witch is for the big jets and the heat is supposed just like jet 1 to last for 20 minutes. But after the first 20 minute when it stop, when you make it start for another 20 minutes after 5 minutes the jets 2 stop and we can't make it start again by pushing the button. After 5 minutes of not working, it's start back by itself? What can it be? Is it a programmation problem or is the pump overheating? Hope you can help me. Thank you.

[XJaz]

I added a new heater replacement of exiting one but now the SPA takes a really long time to heat. For example from 65F in 24 hours only go to 87F - any idea what may be causing this issue ?

[headlessnedstark]

So my hot tub has power, there are no error codes - but the temperature has dropped a lot and my jets won’t turn on. Will the hot tub still head if the jets don’t turn on.

Also, when I click on the jets, I hear a click but nothing happens.

Please help!!

[pamwampler]

Can I hook up a timer to my spa to have it turn off at 9 pm and turn on at 6 am