How to Troubleshoot an Overheating Electric Spa Motor

Sitting in a spa filled with warm, bubbly water is a pleasant way to relax at the end of the day. Your spa is connected to an electric motor that produces bubbles and massaging streams of water. When the motor fails, the spa's jets stop working. Electric spa motors often stop working when they get too hot. Overheating decreases the motor's life, and it may cause permanent damage. Keep your electric spa motor cool and ventilated to avoid damage caused by overheating.

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Instructions

- 1
  Check the motor's ventilation holes. Blocked ventilation holes are the major cause of overheating. Remove anything blocking the holes.
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  Move the motor indoors. Debris, such as dirt, insects and leaves, get stuck in an outdoor motor, causing it to overheat. If you put the motor indoors, place it in a low-humidity room. High-humidity rooms, such as the bathroom or laundry room, also cause overheating.
- 3
  Drape a light cover over the motor if you cannot place it indoors. The cover protects the motor from debris and provides shade from the sun.
- 4
  Check the motor's internal cooling fan. If the fan does not turn, the motor overheats. Repairing or replacing the fan keeps the motor cool.
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  Connect the motor to a different electrical outlet. The outlet you have been using may not supply the proper voltage to the motor.

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