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Hot Tub Pump

A hot tub pump is an extremely important element of your tub or spa.  It allows the water in your spa to pass through the filter so that it remains clean and sanitary.  It also allows the jets of your spa to pump water according to your comfort; to massage or relax.  Both of these things are critical to the enjoyment of your spa so a working pump is mandatory.  Pumps can be purchased in a number of models: some are designed to increase the speed of the water flow and the jet power, while others are designed to decrease.  There are limits to a pumps power, for practical reasons, however the array of pumps available allow you to choose the best choice for your own comfort.  If your pump is to powerful it may break pipes and fittings within your spa so you want to be sure that your spa is compatible with the pump you choose.  For this reason there are some pumps that are adjustable so that you can change the power to fit the needs of your spa. 

Hot tub pumps are designed with two basic components which are referred to as the wet end and the dry end.  The wet end of the pump contains an impeller which sucks the water in from the spa,  through the filter and releases it back into the spa once it is clean.  The dry end of the pump contains an electric motor and wiring that allow the impeller to operate.  A common problem with spas is pump failure.  This happens when wither the motor has been overworked, wires are disconnected or the impeller breaks.  Also, for those reasons, it is important to replace the pump in your spa every few years to ensure that it is working properly. 

There are several signs to watch for that indicate your hot tub pump is not working properly. A humming noise from your spa could indicate that your pump is frozen, the impeller is malfunctioning or the motor has broken.  A whining noise indicates badly worn bearings and leaks around your spa indicate that the pump is flooded due to over working. 

 

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