Cheryl H
it has been over 5 hours since it was turned on - only 61 degrees now - the deliverymen didn't bring the manual and won't get it for 4 more days. It is a phoenixspa.
the startup temp was 54 - it reached 61 after 9 hours so we turned it off for the night (to save elect.) this am at 6:30, it dropped to 60 and now at 5:45 pm, it has reached a whoppING 70! I figure that it must be catching up to the daytime high of 85. the last tub we had reached temp in 6 hours. the assembly said that it was 240v 5.5kw. i don't know if that's the actual heater or not, but it sounds like we may have to upgrade to a bigger heater. Would that save $$$$ too?
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They would have properly wired it, so not having the proper voltage to the heater won't be the issue. All spa packs are wired in one control box. If the pump is working as it should, the heater is also going to work. Look at your control panel for your thermostat. I'm not familiar with that manufaturer, but most units these days have the thermostat built into an LED or LCD screened control on the top rail. If not, it'll be a manual adjustment behind the skirt panel on the side the pump is located at.
I do have a question, however. What was the initial temp? If you're getting 2-4 degree rise per hour, I wouldn't be worrying too much yet. You may only have a 3 KW heater in there and they can sometimes take a day and a half before getting the spa up over 95 degrees or so.
One thing that will help. Keep that cover on. Even a properly heating tub will ose a lot of heat when you leave that cover off. Typically more than the heater can provide, unless you upgraded to a 5 Kw heater or more.
Edit: Okies, for starters,The owner needs to keep his fingers away from the off button. Turning it off, won't save you money, it'll cost more. Tubs as a rule need that filtration. They're a dirty environment. The heater also won't work, when the tub is off.
5.5 kw is a good heater size for a 4 person tub. It's just "ok" for a 6. In 9 hours, you ought to have gotten more heat, however. Are you sure you've set the temp correctly? It does sound like you haven't got the thermostat set right.
And no...going up to a larger heater won't save you, it'll cost more. Much more to run. To be frank, it doesn't sound like you did much research before your purchase. Hot Tubs and pools are fairly expensive to maintain properly. Tubs especially so, because of possible health risks in letting them slip.I'm afraid that you WILL be spending money to run it.
They would have properly wired it, so not having the proper voltage to the heater won't be the issue. All spa packs are wired in one control box. If the pump is working as it should, the heater is also going to work. Look at your control panel for your thermostat. I'm not familiar with that manufaturer, but most units these days have the thermostat built into an LED or LCD screened control on the top rail. If not, it'll be a manual adjustment behind the skirt panel on the side the pump is located at.
I do have a question, however. What was the initial temp? If you're getting 2-4 degree rise per hour, I wouldn't be worrying too much yet. You may only have a 3 KW heater in there and they can sometimes take a day and a half before getting the spa up over 95 degrees or so.
One thing that will help. Keep that cover on. Even a properly heating tub will ose a lot of heat when you leave that cover off. Typically more than the heater can provide, unless you upgraded to a 5 Kw heater or more.
Edit: Okies, for starters,The owner needs to keep his fingers away from the off button. Turning it off, won't save you money, it'll cost more. Tubs as a rule need that filtration. They're a dirty environment. The heater also won't work, when the tub is off.
5.5 kw is a good heater size for a 4 person tub. It's just "ok" for a 6. In 9 hours, you ought to have gotten more heat, however. Are you sure you've set the temp correctly? It does sound like you haven't got the thermostat set right.
And no...going up to a larger heater won't save you, it'll cost more. Much more to run. To be frank, it doesn't sound like you did much research before your purchase. Hot Tubs and pools are fairly expensive to maintain properly. Tubs especially so, because of possible health risks in letting them slip.I'm afraid that you WILL be spending money to run it.
Planning a weekend getaway in Columbus, Ohio. Need info on a good place to stay.?
tjosen2005
My boyfriend wants a hot tub or something in the room. We are both smokers and have 2 small (5 and 7) children. Would also like 2 beds in the room. I have looked on travelocity and orbitz but it doesn't ask about a hot tub in the room. Any suggestions?
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This is south of Columbus but it might be just what you are looking for. Hocking hills has many options for you.
Wyrick's Hillside Lodge - Hillside Lodge with Hot Tub, wood-burning fireplace, sleeps 12, fully equipped kitchen, pool table, and many extras. Close to State Parks and shopping.
12983 Maysville-Williams Road, Logan Phone: 877-730-6653, 740-380-6653
Bear's Den Lodge - 2,400 SF unique sanctuary,200 acres, up to 10 guests, perfect for business/organization/spiritual/spa/couples retreat or get-a-way. Large comm./gourmet kitchen, fireplace, large hot tub, Jacuzzi Tub, king beds, filtered......
8640 Bear Run Road, Logan Phone: 614.493.3376
Blessed Meadow - Large Vacation Villa located in the Hocking Hills region, sleeps up to 9 - 10 persons. Hot Tub, grills, shelter house, scenic vistas, 2 decks, pond with swimming area.
1458 Tiki Lane, Lancaster Phone: 740-687-1635
Cabins at Cedar Grove - Cedar Hill Lodge sleeps up to 14, perfect for family reunions, and personal/corporate/group gatherings. ALSO 6 real log cabins, with Hot Tubs just 1/2 mile from Old Man's Cave.
19555 State Route 664 South, Logan Phone: 800-889-3397, 740-380-2209
Crockett's Run - Crockett's Run is located in the Hocking Hills near Logan, Ohio. It is a prime spot for group gatherings, family reunions, romantic get-a-ways, receptions, youth groups and business retreats. The lodges sleep up to......
9710 Bauer Road, Logan Phone: 800-472-8115, 740-385-4740
Foxglove Lodge, Retreat, Farm & Cottage - 3000 sq ft unique luxury cabins accommodate 2-16 for large gatherings or couples getaway. hot tub, pool table, fireplace, comfortable beds & more. cottage for 4 is lakeside. specials!
16972 Rocky Fork Road, Logan Phone: 866-369-4568, 740-380-1245
Garleff Lodge - We are committed to providing you with a Woodsy Experience you'll never forget. Whether you just want a Relaxing Weekend or to explore your adventurous nature, we have the perfect getaway for you.
35322 Clay Bank Road, Logan Phone: 740-974-4235
Heritage Cabin - We have 4 vacation properties to choose from; a cozy log cabin built in the 1860's, a lavishly appointed log cabin lodge, a hilltop cottage and a log cabin retreat; all are comfortably furnished with all the amenities.
Cantwell Cliff Road, Rockbridge Phone: 888-484-8104, 740-681-5689
Hocking Hills Western Cabins - LODGE and 2 Cabins. Lodge sleeeps 14 with Jacuzzi tub in master bedroom, huge Hot Tub, Stone Wood-Burning fireplace, private bedrooms, game room, beautifully and tastefully appointed.
12803 Maysville-Williams Road, Logan Phone: 740-385-9501
Inn The Woods , Lodge - Beautiful Maple Forest Lodge sleeps up to 14! Victorian styled King-sized suite offers private bath and French doors leading out to private balcony that overlooks stocked pond. Amenities include hot tub, stone......
17250 Campbell Road , Nelsonville Phone: 740-753-0500
Stone Ridge Retreat - For large groups or romantic getaways, indulge yourself in this truly unique hand-made secluded cabin overlooking seasonal waterfalls, abundance of art, antiques, musical instruments and all modern conveniences......
19233 State Route 93 South, Logan Phone: 740-385-9733
Sunrise Log Cabins - Come enjoy "Home Away From Home" in Sunrise Log Cabins' family lodge and log cabins near Old's Man's Cave. Fully furnished cabins with gas log fireplaces, hot tubs, fully equipped kitchen, tv/vcr, phone and central air and heat.
30080 Phelps Road, Logan Phone: 888-601-3085, 740-385-8722
Top O' The Caves - This 60 acre resort is located in the heart of the Hocking Valley and is a short walk through the woods to awesome Ash Cave, beautiful Cedar Falls or the incomparable Old Man's Cave. Our Luxury log cabins feature AC &......
26780 Chapel Ridge Rd, South Bloomingville Phone: 800-967-2434, 740-385-6566
Check out this web-site.
http://www.hockinghills.com/stayat.htm
Things to do.
http://www.hockinghillscanoeing.com/
I think that you would have a blast and so would your children.
I hope this helps and that you have fun!
This is south of Columbus but it might be just what you are looking for. Hocking hills has many options for you.
Wyrick's Hillside Lodge - Hillside Lodge with Hot Tub, wood-burning fireplace, sleeps 12, fully equipped kitchen, pool table, and many extras. Close to State Parks and shopping.
12983 Maysville-Williams Road, Logan Phone: 877-730-6653, 740-380-6653
Bear's Den Lodge - 2,400 SF unique sanctuary,200 acres, up to 10 guests, perfect for business/organization/spiritual/spa/couples retreat or get-a-way. Large comm./gourmet kitchen, fireplace, large hot tub, Jacuzzi Tub, king beds, filtered......
8640 Bear Run Road, Logan Phone: 614.493.3376
Blessed Meadow - Large Vacation Villa located in the Hocking Hills region, sleeps up to 9 - 10 persons. Hot Tub, grills, shelter house, scenic vistas, 2 decks, pond with swimming area.
1458 Tiki Lane, Lancaster Phone: 740-687-1635
Cabins at Cedar Grove - Cedar Hill Lodge sleeps up to 14, perfect for family reunions, and personal/corporate/group gatherings. ALSO 6 real log cabins, with Hot Tubs just 1/2 mile from Old Man's Cave.
19555 State Route 664 South, Logan Phone: 800-889-3397, 740-380-2209
Crockett's Run - Crockett's Run is located in the Hocking Hills near Logan, Ohio. It is a prime spot for group gatherings, family reunions, romantic get-a-ways, receptions, youth groups and business retreats. The lodges sleep up to......
9710 Bauer Road, Logan Phone: 800-472-8115, 740-385-4740
Foxglove Lodge, Retreat, Farm & Cottage - 3000 sq ft unique luxury cabins accommodate 2-16 for large gatherings or couples getaway. hot tub, pool table, fireplace, comfortable beds & more. cottage for 4 is lakeside. specials!
16972 Rocky Fork Road, Logan Phone: 866-369-4568, 740-380-1245
Garleff Lodge - We are committed to providing you with a Woodsy Experience you'll never forget. Whether you just want a Relaxing Weekend or to explore your adventurous nature, we have the perfect getaway for you.
35322 Clay Bank Road, Logan Phone: 740-974-4235
Heritage Cabin - We have 4 vacation properties to choose from; a cozy log cabin built in the 1860's, a lavishly appointed log cabin lodge, a hilltop cottage and a log cabin retreat; all are comfortably furnished with all the amenities.
Cantwell Cliff Road, Rockbridge Phone: 888-484-8104, 740-681-5689
Hocking Hills Western Cabins - LODGE and 2 Cabins. Lodge sleeeps 14 with Jacuzzi tub in master bedroom, huge Hot Tub, Stone Wood-Burning fireplace, private bedrooms, game room, beautifully and tastefully appointed.
12803 Maysville-Williams Road, Logan Phone: 740-385-9501
Inn The Woods , Lodge - Beautiful Maple Forest Lodge sleeps up to 14! Victorian styled King-sized suite offers private bath and French doors leading out to private balcony that overlooks stocked pond. Amenities include hot tub, stone......
17250 Campbell Road , Nelsonville Phone: 740-753-0500
Stone Ridge Retreat - For large groups or romantic getaways, indulge yourself in this truly unique hand-made secluded cabin overlooking seasonal waterfalls, abundance of art, antiques, musical instruments and all modern conveniences......
19233 State Route 93 South, Logan Phone: 740-385-9733
Sunrise Log Cabins - Come enjoy "Home Away From Home" in Sunrise Log Cabins' family lodge and log cabins near Old's Man's Cave. Fully furnished cabins with gas log fireplaces, hot tubs, fully equipped kitchen, tv/vcr, phone and central air and heat.
30080 Phelps Road, Logan Phone: 888-601-3085, 740-385-8722
Top O' The Caves - This 60 acre resort is located in the heart of the Hocking Valley and is a short walk through the woods to awesome Ash Cave, beautiful Cedar Falls or the incomparable Old Man's Cave. Our Luxury log cabins feature AC &......
26780 Chapel Ridge Rd, South Bloomingville Phone: 800-967-2434, 740-385-6566
Check out this web-site.
http://www.hockinghills.com/stayat.htm
Things to do.
http://www.hockinghillscanoeing.com/
I think that you would have a blast and so would your children.
I hope this helps and that you have fun!
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