{"id":8696,"date":"2021-12-03T08:10:04","date_gmt":"2021-12-03T08:10:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/content.defacmedia.nl\/?p=167"},"modified":"2022-01-07T13:27:44","modified_gmt":"2022-01-07T13:27:44","slug":"what-causes-a-hot-tub-to-overheat-what-professionals-say","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/what-causes-a-hot-tub-to-overheat-what-professionals-say\/","title":{"rendered":"What Causes a Hot Tub to Overheat? What Professionals say"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

An electric water heater typically controls the temperature in most hot tubs. When the temperature exceeds the desired temperature, the thermostat shuts off the heater. But there can be different reasons a hot tub can overheat. Also, individual hot tub components can overheat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What causes a hot tub to overheat?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most common cause for hot tubs to overheat is a sensor malfunction. However, faulty plumbing or other electrical problems can also cause a hot tub to overheat. Prolonged use and weather conditions can also cause a hot tub to overheat. Before further troubleshooting steps, check the temperature setting and the timer function.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This blog post, I list the most common overheating issues, how to troubleshoot, and how to fix them. Some of the issues are easy to fix. Some are more difficult and could even require help from a professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Causes a Hot Tub to Overheat?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There can be several causes for a hot tub to overhear. The three most common, with some tips to fix them, are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  • Temperature Set Too High:<\/strong> The problem could be from the wrong temperature setting. The temperature setting is the first thing you should always check if your hot tub is overheating. Somebody can have accidentally changed it, or a software issue could have triggered if you have a more complex temperature control unit. Check and adjust the temperature and see if this solves the problem.
    One small tip: check the timer function as well. I had a client that had accidentally set a recurring timer to raise the temperature during part of the day. But when he checked the temperature setting, the timer was already finished, and the setting was back to the previous temperature.<\/li>
  • Electrical Problem: <\/strong>An electrical faulty within or around your tub can cause it to overheat. If you suspect an electrical problem, turn off the hot tub immediately, particularly when you also smell something. If your hot tub uses a wall plug, remove it from the socket. If you do not have experience with electrical systems, I recommend calling a professional. Electrical issues can be hazardous, particularly in combination with water.<\/li>
  • Hot Tub Sensor Problem:<\/strong> A problem in the hot tub sensor can also cause it to overheat. You can check if the sensor works well by lowering the water temperature setting. Check with a thermometer what is happening. If you do not notice a difference, there is a high chance that you have a faulty sensor. To make it harder, also, when the temperature does change, the sensor can still be defective. Replace faulty sensors immediately.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Of course, more issues can cause a hot tub to overheat. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    • Heating element:<\/strong> A fault in the heating element(s).<\/li>
    • Poor ventilation:<\/strong> The hot tub contains several components that will heat up when used. Similar to a car engine heating up when running. This applies to a lot of components like the pump. When the hot tub is poorly ventilated in areas with those components, they will get hotter and hotter. This can lead to plastic or other components like the insulation starting to smell. It also often results in increased wear and tear.<\/li>
    • Lack of maintenance:<\/strong> If you do not regularly check and maintain your filters, they can clog. This means that the pump has to work harder. This can lead to the pump getting hotter as it is cooled less well. Also, other hot tub components can deteriorate with a lack of proper maintenance.<\/li>
    • High temperature:<\/strong> If the air temperature is excessively high, it can lead to the hot tub overheating. In this case, lower the temperature and check if this helps.<\/li>
    • Maximum temperature:<\/strong> The hot tub is at its maximum temperature<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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