If you want to learn the art of repairing spa, you need to be familiar with some of the common problems and the solutions. Use the following as a guide.
Replacing the Spa Pump
Required Tools and Materials
Screwdriver
Spa pump
Step 1
Detach the electrical and water connections from the spa. Next, remove the screws from the access panel. Take off the access panel. This will be at the lower outer part of the spa.
Step 2
Look for the pump in the access panel. It should be on the right side with the control system on its left. When you find the pump, detach the bare copper wire linking it to the ground terminal. To continue repairing spa, take out the pump unions. Some water will flow. If necessary, prepare a bucket to hold the water.
Step 3
Use the screwdriver to remove the pump?s mounting screws. Detach the pump from the control system. You can now take the pump out.
Step 4
Get the new pump. Link the pump to the control system. Fasten the pump using the screws and join it to the pump?s unions. Reconnect the water and electricity. If the pump is working, you can put the access panel back in place.
Fixing Leaks in a Pool Spa
Required Tools and Materials
Dye
Sealant
Socket wrench
Jet gasket (rubber)
Acrylic repair compound
Step 1
Before you start repairing spa leaks, determine what type of leak it is. Usually it occurs in the spa shell or the jet body.
Step 2
Put a bit of dye in the water. The dye will flow to the leak?s location. This step is important so you can determine the source leak. This is essential to fixing any leak.
Step 3
For leaks on the acrylic shell, apply the acrylic compound. Put the compound in the crack. Allow it to dry. Follow any more instructions indicated in your acrylic repair compound.
Step 4
If the leak is from the jet body, you need to get a new gasket. Begin repairing spa leaks by taking out the foam insulation.
Step 5
Detach the jet from the shell with your wrench. Remove the new gasket and put in the gasket. Connect the gas jet. Fasten it with the sockets. Put some silicone sealant around the gasket and shell.
Tips and Warnings
If you want to sand the acrylic compound, do it after the material has dried. Keep an eye on the gaskets. Wear and tear may cause it to shrivel. Make sure the spa is drained before you conduct any repair.
Do not attempt to fix the wirings unless you are versed in their handling. Refer to the guide for removing and installing access panel to avoid errors. Use the acrylic compounds only as directed; experimenting with the amounts may damage the spa.
Money and time can be saved if people take the time to learn the ways of repairing spa problems. The time you put in learning these skills will pay off.
