What To Do If Your Hot Tub Stops Working or If You Lose Power

1. Leave tub filled and running (do NOT drain or disconnect power).

2. Leave cover on spa and don’t open it! Get a “trouble light” (a small 100 watt max. incandescent light bulb) plugged into your generator, to put into the equipment compartment. Make sure it does not touch any wires, plastic PVC or anything else. Close the cabinet, trapping the heat inside.

3. If no trouble light is available, you could use a small electric heater that fits into the equipment area, making sure nothing is touching wires, plastic plumbing, etc., and is not too close to any surface materials. (1100 watts max. on low setting only)

If you cannot do the above, you should try to block as much of the wind as possible- straw bales, around the outside of the equipment end, blankets inside on equipment, etc.

4. DO NOT attempt to drain spa UNLESS you are able to blow out all the lines and "winterize" properly.

You’ll put your spa at risk of damage if the water is drained without the equipment being properly winterized. (If you decide you won’t be using the spa for the rest of the winter, keep the water temperature warm until you can have a professional close your spa for you.) Also, don’t pour antifreeze into the tub – it will create mess to clean up later, and it just isn’t good for the spa equipment.

5. Remove snow from your spa cover- DO NOT USE A SHOVEL. A broom is best.Keeping your spa cover clear of snow is important. Excessive weight on your cover for a prolonged period of time can cause damage to it.

***REMEMBER FREEZING IS 32° AND LOWER***