Joel S
im going to get my 1st hot tub and im trying to figure out if 120 or 240volt is better..
my understanding is 240 pulls less amps? making it cheaper to run?
i have some heavy gauge wire and theres a 220v plug in my garage.. looks like a normal outlet but top 2 prongs are horz instead of verticle..
would i just needa do some simple wiring to get the 240v tub going?
and are there benefits of 240 over 120? thanks
so do you save electricity by going 240 and pulling less amps?
Answer
I installed my hot tub using 240 volts. It is less amps, and as easy to wire as 120. Just get the numbers off of the plug on your hot tub, go to the hardware store and get the correct outlet. The one you have now may be the same as the one on your tub.
I wired my tub direct (no plug) with a GFCI, and a disconnect switch because we won't be moving it any time soon. I used 8 Ga. wire and put it in conduit all the way to the connection in the tub.
The closer to the power source the better. Make sure that the tub is level, and that there is good drainage. I leveled my site and used compacted crusher fines from my local concrete company.
Yes, you will generally pay less by going with 240 V.
I installed my hot tub using 240 volts. It is less amps, and as easy to wire as 120. Just get the numbers off of the plug on your hot tub, go to the hardware store and get the correct outlet. The one you have now may be the same as the one on your tub.
I wired my tub direct (no plug) with a GFCI, and a disconnect switch because we won't be moving it any time soon. I used 8 Ga. wire and put it in conduit all the way to the connection in the tub.
The closer to the power source the better. Make sure that the tub is level, and that there is good drainage. I leveled my site and used compacted crusher fines from my local concrete company.
Yes, you will generally pay less by going with 240 V.
Used hot tub, how do I clean it?
Willow
Just moved to a new house. The old owners said it is currently on a setting where it turns on around twice a day, but I'd like to clean/shock it before we start using it. I've never had a hot tub before so I'm not sure what to do.
What is the best way to clean it without emptying out all the water? It is an average sized tub that seats probably 6-8 people.
Thanks for your help!
@crazy: The sides are slimy and it smells bad.
Answer
Your hot tub water has a life of its own, and with that comes a unique set of challenges. Your authorized hot tub dealer can provide you with the guidance you need to select the appropriate chemicals to keep a sparkling clean hot tub under any conditions. There are three main components to water maintenance â water filtration, chemical balance/pH control and water sanitation.
Water sanitation can be achieved through the regular addition of a sanitizer that has been recommended by your hot tub dealer. The sanitizer â typically a bromine- or chlorine-based product â controls the bacteria and algae in the hot tub water.
The introduction of the bacteria-fighting chemicals necessitates that you monitor the chemical balance of your water. You will have to add chemicals to maintain proper levels of Total Alkalinity (TA), Calcium Hardness (CH) and pH. Frequent testing of the water â preferably weekly â will allow you to maintain the balance and minimize such hot tub trouble makers as scale buildup and the corrosion of metals.
Here are some links with more information about hot tub maintenance. I hope this helps.
Your hot tub water has a life of its own, and with that comes a unique set of challenges. Your authorized hot tub dealer can provide you with the guidance you need to select the appropriate chemicals to keep a sparkling clean hot tub under any conditions. There are three main components to water maintenance â water filtration, chemical balance/pH control and water sanitation.
Water sanitation can be achieved through the regular addition of a sanitizer that has been recommended by your hot tub dealer. The sanitizer â typically a bromine- or chlorine-based product â controls the bacteria and algae in the hot tub water.
The introduction of the bacteria-fighting chemicals necessitates that you monitor the chemical balance of your water. You will have to add chemicals to maintain proper levels of Total Alkalinity (TA), Calcium Hardness (CH) and pH. Frequent testing of the water â preferably weekly â will allow you to maintain the balance and minimize such hot tub trouble makers as scale buildup and the corrosion of metals.
Here are some links with more information about hot tub maintenance. I hope this helps.
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