| The main problem many home spa owners run | | | | longer. Depending on the malfunction, certain parts |
| into is, their hot tub pumps don't seem to last | | | | can be replaced for easy maintenance such as |
| long enough; and in fact they are usually the first | | | | the filter or the pump apparatus itself. It is a good |
| thing to go bad. In order for the pump to function | | | | idea if you are not electrically inclined to let an |
| properly and to prevent the motor from | | | | electrician repair the item for you. If you do |
| becoming overheated, it is important to keep the | | | | decide to repair your own, disconnect all electricity |
| tub covered when not in use, and it is also a wise | | | | going to the spa and pump before you begin |
| idea to have some type of gazebo enclosure as | | | | disassembling it. Other wise you could |
| well. Using a voltage of 110-120, although usually a | | | | inadvertently electrocute yourself. |
| 115 volt is more common, a hot tub pump works | | | | Maintenance plays a key role in how long your |
| by circulating the water and also contains a filter | | | | home spa will last, so be sure to clean the water |
| and a heater. The water gets warm rapidly, which | | | | jets routinely, especially if your water source has |
| is why home spas are so popular. There is not | | | | a hard water. In other words, a good |
| much of a waiting period for a nice relaxing soak. | | | | maintenance schedule will prevent those difficult to |
| One very reliable company - Waterway - sells | | | | remove mineral deposits from hardening in your |
| executive 2 speed heat pumps with a 48 frame, | | | | pump. Remembering to regularly replace the filter |
| and also 2 speeds with higher voltage usages up | | | | in your spa's pump will keep the motor from |
| to 230V. These are very durable and priced to fit | | | | working too hard and overheating. You will find it |
| almost any budget. | | | | is a lot simpler and less expensive to take the |
| In some instances, instead of purchasing a new | | | | time to maintain your hot tub pump and spa, than |
| pump, it may be possible to repair the present | | | | to replace them. Before ordering replacement |
| one. A significant savings can usually be realized | | | | parts, check online for the very best durable |
| with a repair rather than a replacement. Usually, a | | | | parts available, and look through the specific |
| pump is considered old when it reaches 3 years | | | | customer testimonials and reviews. |
| of age, although some may last a few years | | | | |