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What does a tripped GFCI circuit breaker mean?

What does a tripped GFCI circuit breaker mean? A GFCI circuit breaker that trips constantly is at best a nuisance, and could be an indication of a potentially hazardous situation with your hot tub. What to do if your hot tub has a GFCI breaker? Inspect your heater for visible signs of damage, and try operating your hot tub with the heater disconnected to see if the GFCI problem reoccurs. Your spa’s electrical contacts have become corroded. Inspect each contact and replace any that show signs of corrosion. One or more electrical connections is loose. When does a ground fault...

Miscellaneous

What does it mean when power flickers then goes out?

What does it mean when power flickers then goes out? Flickering lights in particular are indicative of a dangerous electrical issue, such as a loose circuit connection, overheated wiring, splices coming apart, a fried fixture, a failing breaker switch, and an overloaded circuit. Why does my neighborhood power keep flickering? Loose connections are a fire hazard, so call an electrician ASAP to come evaluate your electrical system. Probable Cause: Flickering lights throughout the neighborhood means that the problem is coming from the electrical company, not stemming from an issue with any individual home's electrical service. Why does my power flicker...

Tips

What to do if your spa has more than one jet pump?

What to do if your spa has more than one jet pump? If your spa is equipped with a second jet pump, repeat the priming process for Pump 2 by pressing the “Jets 2” button once to turn on low speed and then a second time to turn Pump 2 on high. If your spa has a 3rd pump, press the “Jets 3” button to prime the third jet pump. What should I do if my hot tub pump is not working? Fill spa to the middle of the skimmer opening. A: First, rotate your timer clock and turn up...

Miscellaneous

Can you heat a hot tub with gas?

Can you heat a hot tub with gas? GAS SPA HEATERS They can be used for inground spas, free-standing wooden hot tubs, or even for portable spas if installed outside of the spa cabinet. Fast Heating: Gas heaters are the clear winners when it comes to the speed of heating. Can you heat a hot tub with propane? Using a simple propane outdoor water heater from Amazon, you can turn your stock tank pool into a hot tub or heated pool in an afternoon. This setup can heat an 8' stock tank about 5-10 degrees per hour, depending on your...

Guidelines

Do hot tubs use 110V or 220V?

Do hot tubs use 110V or 220V? Most acrylic hot tubs require a 50-amp 220V electrical connection. These dedicated hook-ups require a licensed electrician for installation. Often called plug and play hot tubs, there are models that require a 15-amp 110V connection. Can you plug a 110V hot tub into a regular outlet? One of the nicest things about 110v or “plug and play” hot tubs is that once it's sitting in your backyard, all you have to do to enjoy it is fill it up and plug it in. You don't need to hire an electrician and hard wire...

Lifehacks

Why is my hot tub pump constantly running?

Why is my hot tub pump constantly running? One potential problem could be the tub's thermostat timer. If the timer is faulty or incorrectly set, the tub may continue to run all the time. Another possibility is that the heating element of the hot tub has burned out. This, too, will cause the pump to run constantly. Should my hot tub circulation pump run all the time? Since your hot tub pump circulates the warm water as well as the sanitizer, a general rule is to follow manufacturer recommendations or leave the pump on for a minimum of eight hours...

Guidelines

What is the slope on a sewer line?

What is the slope on a sewer line? ¼ inch per foot But do you know the proper slope? The ideal slope of any drain line is ¼ inch per foot of pipe. In other words, for every foot the pipe travels horizontally, it should be dropping ¼ inch vertically. Many drains either have too little slope or too much slope. Which is better a 3 or 4 " drain pipe? A 3" line does have a better drain line carry. If it's my home, I'm running 3". 4" handles more, but the average home has no need for it....

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What causes clogging of pipes?

What causes clogging of pipes? Clogged drain causes “Food and substances that do not break down, such as fibrous food, egg shells and non-food items, along with grease and oil, will build up in your pipes and create a clog in your drain over time,” James explains. How do I stop my pipes from clogging? The best way to keep drains clear is to limit what you put in them.Keep food, coffee grounds and grease out of kitchen drains.Put leftover food in the trash or compost heap, not the garbage disposal.Pour liquid grease into a sealable container. Keep hair and...

Q&A

How much does a new water pressure regulator cost?

How much does a new water pressure regulator cost? Replacing the Water Pressure Regulator Water pressure regulators are $250 to $350 to replace. The part averages $50, the rest is labor. It takes about three hours to install. The regulator reduces the pressure from the main line running into the home. How much does it cost to install a pressure regulator? It costs between $280 and $376 to install a water pressure regulator valve. This is based on an average materials cost of between $85 and $103 per valve, plus a labor cost of between $195 and $273. How often...

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How do you calculate pressure at the bottom of a water tank?

How do you calculate pressure at the bottom of a water tank? In the case of the water stored in a tank, the pressure at its bottom is the weight acting on a unit area of the surface where the tank is kept. To translate that into an equation: Pressure = weight/area, and weight = mass (m) * acceleration due to gravity (g). This means pressure = m * g/ area. How do you calculate the pressure on the side of a tank? You can calculate the hydrostatic pressure of the liquid in a tank as the force per area...