Hot Tub Heater Replacement Walnut creek - (925) 269-9399
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Spa heaters are designed to last longer but poor water chemistry reduces their lifespan. For this reason, we are dedicated to maintaining your pools at pH 7.2 to 7.6. We use test kits any time we pay a visit. For any inquiry, talk to us on (925) 269-9399.
Hire technicians who understand the job Hot tub heater is a metallic cylinder run through the plumbing and spa pack. Power must be turned off at the main supply before anything is done the hot tub heater. The heaters consist of external or internal sensors which are used to regulate the temperature of the water. Some spas contain external pressure switch which is connected to the heater tube while other designs have sensors installed inside the heater so that there is no need for an external switch. Failure of the heater can lead to tripping or breakage of the GFCI. Only a qualified technician can disconnect the terminals of the tub heater to determine the real problem. The terminals are full of voltage and may shock someone. As such, the power must be switched off and the breakers turned off as well. That is why we employ the best hot tub specialists in California to provide a clean and safe service. |
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Opt for entire replacement
We provide replacement hot tub heaters of similar voltage to match your Jacuzzi. Even though separate heater elements are available, we recommend replacing the entire heater particularly if it is more than 5 years old. Changing individual elements can lead to problems at the point of epoxy seal or create shots after contacting the metallic sheath. Furthermore, replacing the whole heater tube is much easier and a surefire way as opposed to the guesswork involved in mounting separate items.
Hot tub heater replacement
When switching the heater manifold, it is important to keep in mind the gaskets or the o-rings which are located at both sides of the heater. The function of the gaskets is to prevent leakage of the heater union which joins the plumbing. No screws at the heater union are removed when disconnecting the old heater from the plumbing. The heater gaskets should be replaced as well. Where the heater union leaks, it should be secured until leaking stops. Again, it should not be over-tightened as it can crack.
What causes hot tub heater failure?
If water finds its way to the heater post, a short circuit happens. Normally, the GFCI trips to keep the mechanism safe. In such a case, the heater should be examined to assess whether the GFCI is tripping for safety reasons or due to a defective hot tub heater. The test is done by switching off power from the heater. Tripping can be caused by a number of defects in the spa components including the blower, spa pump, or the Ozonator. When taking off the heater strap, the heater is secured by a wrench to prevent any breakage. But some designs with dynamic heater connections only need to be unplugged rather than opening the heater strap.
If the breaker resets when power is removed during testing, it means that the heater is problematic and requires replacement; plus the epoxy that secures the heater post.
Testing of the hot tub heater
There are different ways to determine the root cause of the spa heater failure.
Spa mechanics should only be handled by adept technicians because their designs are dangerous if mishandled. Call our experts today for assistance with hot tub repair. (925) 269-9399
We provide replacement hot tub heaters of similar voltage to match your Jacuzzi. Even though separate heater elements are available, we recommend replacing the entire heater particularly if it is more than 5 years old. Changing individual elements can lead to problems at the point of epoxy seal or create shots after contacting the metallic sheath. Furthermore, replacing the whole heater tube is much easier and a surefire way as opposed to the guesswork involved in mounting separate items.
Hot tub heater replacement
When switching the heater manifold, it is important to keep in mind the gaskets or the o-rings which are located at both sides of the heater. The function of the gaskets is to prevent leakage of the heater union which joins the plumbing. No screws at the heater union are removed when disconnecting the old heater from the plumbing. The heater gaskets should be replaced as well. Where the heater union leaks, it should be secured until leaking stops. Again, it should not be over-tightened as it can crack.
What causes hot tub heater failure?
If water finds its way to the heater post, a short circuit happens. Normally, the GFCI trips to keep the mechanism safe. In such a case, the heater should be examined to assess whether the GFCI is tripping for safety reasons or due to a defective hot tub heater. The test is done by switching off power from the heater. Tripping can be caused by a number of defects in the spa components including the blower, spa pump, or the Ozonator. When taking off the heater strap, the heater is secured by a wrench to prevent any breakage. But some designs with dynamic heater connections only need to be unplugged rather than opening the heater strap.
If the breaker resets when power is removed during testing, it means that the heater is problematic and requires replacement; plus the epoxy that secures the heater post.
Testing of the hot tub heater
There are different ways to determine the root cause of the spa heater failure.
- Resistant test: It determines the continuity of the heater. Two multimeter measuring probes are placed on the two heater posts. If the multimeter reads OL or 1, it means that the heater has no continuity and a new spa heater is needed.
- No-conductivity: involves putting one measuring probe on the metallic manifold of the heater and another on the heater post. There should be no conductivity between the heater’s terminal and the manifold hence the readings should be OL or 1. Once testing is over, the heater is connected
- The voltage test: This is the third method and power must be put off before the process begins. Two insulated clamps are used on each heater post and must not touch. The multimeter is set to take AC readings. The breaker is switched on to provide power to the spa and control panel. The panel should be in standard mode and the temperatures increased. After reading the voltage, the circuit breaker is turned off as well as the spa. With full voltage running through the heater, the ideal readings should be 120, 230, 240 volts depending on the way the spa is hooked.
Spa mechanics should only be handled by adept technicians because their designs are dangerous if mishandled. Call our experts today for assistance with hot tub repair. (925) 269-9399