How to troubleshoot an issue with your hot tub?

To troubleshoot an issue with your spa, locate your specific problem in the chart below to help determine a probable cause, and then apply the right solution. Do you need to call a professional technician?

What is the Hi limit on a hot tub?

Hi Limit Over Heat. Hi limit sensor is disconnected, shorted, or spa temp is above 112° F Circuit Board temperature has exceeded acceptable limit. System will restart when temp. drops Freeze protection. No action is necessary Freeze condition. 55ºF detected. Low speed pump and heater will activate until spa reaches 65ºF

Why is my Sundance Hot Tub not working?

Pressure switch open – lack of pressure OR for Sundance/Spa Builders/Balboa, pressure switch closed Substantial difference between temperature sensors detected. Could indicate a flow problem Temp above 118 degrees. High limit switch tripped Hi Limit Over Heat. Hi limit sensor is disconnected, shorted, or spa temp is above 112° F

Why does my hot tub keep saying HFL?

Interlock failure – possible pump/ozone spike – possibly caused by faulty ozonators, pumps and equipment Persistent low flow. (Displays on 5th occurrence of “HFL” message with 24 hours). Heater is shut down High temperature condition, has reached 110ºF.

How to troubleshoot LED lights in hot tub?

Check the transformer, the switch, the wiring and the lights one by one. Concentrate on one area at a time and ensure it is working correctly before moving onto another area. Hold the transformer in your hand and plug the LED lights back in. The transformer should feel warm after a moment but not so hot that it burns you.

What kind of Lights do you need for a hot tub?

Loftek Submersible LED Light with Magnet The Loftek Submersible light for spas is perfect for any hot tub party. You won’t find many inflatable hot tubs with lights already fitted so you will need an LED light accessory. This option is waterproof and comes with a magnet and suction cap that not only works well on dry but also wet surfaces.

Can a LED light go in a jacuzzi?

LED lights can only go in the water if that is what they are designed for. There are various hot tub lighting systems and jacuzzi lights with all the color options you could wish for, but you must ensure that it is one of the models that is made for use as an inflatable floating hottub lights unit.

Can a lightning strike hit a hot tub?

Water is a good conductor of electricity. A lightning strike to a hot tub would concentrate the electrical charge and you would get a serious electrical shock. In the U.S between 10 and 20 people per year suffer from injuries caused by a combination of lightning strikes and domestic water usage.

What does it mean when your hot tub is shut down?

Snb = Spa is shut down. Sensor plugged into jack B is not working. SnS = Sensors out of balance. If alternating with temp, may be temporary condition. If display shows only this message (blinking) spa is shut down. HFL = Substantial difference between temperature sensors detected.

What to do if your Mira shower has a fault?

Let’s help to fix your problem. At Mira, we’re in the pursuit of showering perfection. Whilst we go to great lengths to ensure that all of our products are tested and manufactured to the highest standards, we know that even the best quality products occasionally have a fault.

Why does my hot tub cover keep leaking?

Also as a filter becomes dirty contaminants will not be removed, leading to other problems (such as water chemistry issues) that will damage the pump and hot tub cover. Setting a schedule to keep your filter clean is the best way to avoid issues. Replacement filters may be necessary to restore the health of your spa.

How big of a hot tub does Mira have?

With models that range from the Economical 250-gallon 3-seat M 510, to the mega-size 1,400-gallon M11000 Party Spa. If your’re looking for the ultimate at home Gym Mira has a full line of Swim Spas to keep you active year round. Mira has the hot tub that fits you and your lifestyle…Perfectly!

Do you need serial number for hot tub?

Keep your spa’s serial number on hand in case you need to reference it for more troubleshooting advice or official parts and repairs. You don’t have to be tech savvy to solve some of the common problems that arise with regular hot tub use; just learn to be more proactive.

Why is there no airlock in my hot tub?

If you have enough water, and there is no airlock then try to clean your filter. Your filter is responsible for catching all the dirt and debris. So the more you use it, the dirtier it going to get. If you don’t clean your filter regularly it can get clogged, and this can restrict flow. We recommend cleaning your filter monthly.

Why is the heating element on my spa not working?

If for any reason one of these components fail then the required voltage to the coil will be jeopardized and the contactor will not close in order to send power to the heating element. As mentioned above, it is usually one of these components that will cause a spa not to heat.

How does the Balboa M7 hot tub system work?

The Balboa M7 system did away with the old-style pressure switches and also the temperature sensor inside the hot tub thermowell. With the M7 style heater, there are 2 equal sensors that are built right into the heater manifold. These replaceable sensors take on different functions depending on the direction of water flow.

What happens when the spa heater is in standard mode?

If the set temperature is higher than the displayed current water temperature, and the spa is in standard mode, then the control system will call for heat and the heater should start up with the pump on low speed (or the circ pump operating).