Do You Need to Replace Your Hot Tub’s Ozonator?

If you use ozone for maintaining your hot tub, it is important to monitor the ozone production of your ozonator. Eventually, ozonators need to be replaced, usually every few years, but it is not always apparent when the time has come to start shopping for a new one. Here are some signs you may no longer be getting the ozone production you need to maintain a safe hot tub from your ozonator.

  • Tiny bubbles. Ozone creates tiny bubbles, much smaller than the air bubbles that are common in your hot tub. These tiny bubbles can be an indicator that you are still getting ozone, but do not rely on champagne bubbles alone to ensure you have enough ozone to protect your water.
  • Smell. Do you know the smell of ozone? If you have had a ozonator for awhile you have smelled ozone, a distinct odor when you take off your hot tub lid. If you have noticed that smell has diminished, it may be time to test your ozonator.
  • Test for ozone. There are tests you can use to check the ozone level in your hot tub, available through your pool service or pool supplier.
  • Water quality. If you are noticing your water quality is dwindling with cloudiness or algae, the ozonator may be failing.

If you have signs of your ozonator needing replacement, call your local pool and spa service to have it tested. You will want to proactively repair or replace your ozonator to keep your water safe for use. Your pool service can check your system and give you options for replacing your ozonator with a newer model.

Posted on behalf of:
Somar Pools, LLC
6538 Collins Ave, #42
Miami Beach, FL 33141
(305) 767-7755

Hot Tub Heating Problems

Spas, Jacuzzis and hot tubs all have intricate heating systems. Most use an electric heating element or heating system. Over time, parts of the spa’s heating element can break or wear out.

There are three basic things that can happen with a heating element. One is that the spa simply will not heat up, ever, or at all. The second is that the hot tub will start to warm up, but never reaches the desired temperature. Finally, it is possible that the hot tub will heat up, but takes an extraordinarily long time to do so.

If your hot tub will not ever heat up, no matter what you do, it is possible that the pump is bad or that the pump is not receiving electricity. Do not attempt to trouble shoot these problems on your own. Remember, water and electricity do NOT mix!

If your hot tub begins to heat up, but only gets a little warm, this can also be a pump problem. It is possible that the pump is not circulating water efficiently or continuously. The filters or cartridges may need cleaning or replacing. All spa systems require routine maintenance, including annual replacement of cartridges and filters.

Spas that eventually heat up, but require a much longer time to do so, may have a few different problems going on. The cartridges and filters need to be replaced or repaired. The filter housing may be cracked or leaking. This will prevent the heating pump from actually working. The thermostat may be broken or in needs repair. If you are having problems maintaining your spas water temperature, contact your local pool and spa repair professionals for service.