Buying the Right Replacement Hot Tub Spa Pumps

With regular use, the hot tub spa pumps can work around five to ten years. If you’ve had your spa pump longer than five years and start to experience maintenance related problems frequently or major breakdowns, it’s highly recommended to consider replacement for your hot tub spa pumps.

Before going into detail, you should know the common symptoms of spa pumps. Some of them are discussed below:

Leak 

Loose frames can cause water to escape while propelling through the spa pump. You should check the frames and o-rings regularly to make sure that they are perfectly tight and safe. Leak can be caused due to a faulty pump seal. Therefore, you should change the pump seal while replacing your pump to make sure a leak-free, tight fit.

Water pressure 

If the water pressure is low, there may be obstructions that prevent the impeller from turning on. Check regularly and remove any debris to prevent jamming further.

Noise 

If the bearings are worn, they can produce a humming sound and prevent the motor from operating perfectly. Check the bearings for corrosion or dirt and replace right away if they are worn.

Heating 

Under regular conditions, you can keep your hand on a spa pump without getting burned. When the heat production increases and also the temperature, it can release unnecessary energy. Overheating can happen, when there is not enough clean air flowing through the motor. If this is the case, there may be an issue with the motor.

Inactive motor 

If the motor isn’t working, check whether the power switch is on. If it is on and is still inactive, check for burnt out wires or a blown fuse. You should check all the connections including the copper bonding wire and the pump power cable for any damage signs.

If your spa pump has failed, you need to consider a few factors in order to buy a right replacement for your requirements:

Spa pump voltage – First, understand whether the existing spa pump you have a 110-120VAC or 220-240VAC pump.

Amps – You shouldn’t get confused by the terms like HPR that overstates the true horsepower. If you’ve doubts, you should make the match to the Amps ratings present on the motor label. To double the flow, you require increasing the horse power by eight times. So, a small change in horsepower either up or down will have a little impact on flow.

Speed – Does your spa pump operate at 2 speed or a single speed? Usually, spa pumps that are available on the market are mostly 2 speed; but can be used as one speed by using the high speed terminal.

Connection arrangement – All of the hot tub spa pumps are center suction and side discharge pumps. Most of them are designed to utilize 2” unions; but a few have 1-1/2” unions like the circulation pumps.

Final consideration –

Please check out hot tub spa pumps available at Cedar Tubs Direct and make a right choice to make the most out of your hot tubing experience in the comfort of your home. For more details about our products, pricing details, and features, please visit our website.

Buying Hot Tub Spa Plumbing Parts for Sale

Hot tub spa plumbing comprises of different tubes, pipes, and hoses connected together through different PVC connectors to ensure recirculation, heating, and filtering of water throughout the spa. The spa plumbing systems can use different diameter pipe. But 2 inch pipe is the most common one and moves twice the amount of water like a 1-1/2 inch plumbing system.

 

Generally, there are two types of plumbing systems available for hot tubs. The first one and the most commonly available on almost every spa is the air venture system. In this type of system, the air is drawn actually into the jets water line through one or more adjustable air control valves. However, water moves through a narrow orifice inside the back of the jet body that creates a vacuum pulling the air into the plumbing circuit.

The second type of spa plumbing system is the forced air system – where air is pushed through a different plumbing circuit which is independent of the jets water circuit. In this type of spa plumbing system, an air pump is referred as a blower – which pushes air out of the dedicated air jets known as air injectors that are usually placed lower in the spa on the edge of the seats and through a built-in air channel in the foot-well space.

Though it’s not common, some hot tub manufacturers actually keep an air blower on the jets plumbing circuit in order to boost the air at the water jet, increasing the jet output pressure. It’s referred as turbo charging of the jets.

Spa Manifold –

PVC spa manifolds come in 3-way, 4-way, 5-way, 6-way, and many more styles and types like manifold wyes, true wyes, and side outlet wyes. However, PVC made spa manifolds are specifically manufactured for the spa applications and are designed to withstand hot water temperatures available in a hot tub.

PVC Pipe Fittings –

Spa and hot tub PVC pipe fittings come in different sizes and shapes. From plugs to elbows, tees to adapters, you’ll find everything at any reliable spa plumbing supplier on the market. Check whether the PVC fittings available are impact and temperature resistant to ensure a longer life in an outdoor spa application.

Spa Suction Fittings 

Different varieties of spa suctions fittings are available including floor drains, lo-pro, super hi-flo, as well as various unions and union nuts. In fact, they also come in different colors and sizes to choose from. These fittings include the actual fitting grate and fitting nut as well as gasket. Typically, silicone is used to complete the installation of suction fitting.

Ball valves and valve gate 

Gate or ball valves are used on either side of the pump. It’s a maintenance feature which ensures water shutoff while performing applications without draining the spa. These valves should be left in the open position while using the spa. However, slice valves are one type of common gate valve.

Proper maintenance should be considered in order to insure slice valves work properly. Remember that, they should be left open as they have a tendency to get stuck in the mid-range.

Final Consideration –

Are you thinking to buy a spa plumbing system or the parts? You should shop now at Cedar Tubs Direct. We have extensive selection of spa plumbing parts for sale best suiting client’s requirements and preferences. For more information, please click here.