Anyone have a Hot Tub?

Hunterlit · 16 Jul 2021 at 10:47

a1ex2001 said:
So no real reason then!

You wouldn't use your car without an MOT, like you shouldn't use an extension lead that may not be up to the job and thus overload and burnout. An extension lead is the wrong item to use.

theone8181 · 16 Jul 2021 at 12:50

Hunterlit said:
You wouldn't use your car without an MOT, like you shouldn't use an extension lead that may not be up to the job and thus overload and burnout. An extension lead is the wrong item to use.

Surely if its rated to 13a it shouldn't matter?

bainbridge · 16 Jul 2021 at 17:01

Hot tub is up to temperature and ready for the weekend! It's like a special occasion because we were in there rain or shine in Q2 when we first got it, then after we got the electricity bill for that quarter we've scaled back the usage a bit

Tom|Nbk · 17 Jul 2021 at 21:10

Hot tub ready to go in tonight.. 38c sat currently waiting for twilight. Bliss.

a1ex2001 · 17 Jul 2021 at 21:38

Hunterlit said:
You wouldn't use your car without an MOT, like you shouldn't use an extension lead that may not be up to the job and thus overload and burnout. An extension lead is the wrong item to use.

I would use a brand new car that suited my requirements without an mot same as I’d use an extension lead that was fit for purpose it’s not rocket science if the hot tub is safe plugged into a 13amp socket it is just as safe plugged into a 13 amp extension lead.

LiE · 17 Jul 2021 at 21:44

Tom|Nbk said:
Hot tub ready to go in tonight.. 38c sat currently waiting for twilight. Bliss.

38c on a night like tonight will feel very warm. I usually go 37 when the evenings are warmer.

Tom|Nbk · 17 Jul 2021 at 23:13

LiE said:
38c on a night like tonight will feel very warm. I usually go 37 when the evenings are warmer.

38c felt just right tonight. The temp dropped here rather quickly.

Bickaxe · 18 Jul 2021 at 07:29

Dropped ours to 37 on Friday night. Although in yesterdays heat, it refused to cool down (left the cover open) and maintained 41 until 8pm when it finally dropped to 39.
Just checked and its now 37.
Tempted to go and get in now whilst I can.

Tom|Nbk · 18 Jul 2021 at 12:33

Just jumped in now.. 36c. Spot on. 28c outside.

zuludawn · 19 Jul 2021 at 22:27

37c nah more like 24

Firestar_3x · 20 Jul 2021 at 09:31

Could have done with one of those yesterday! Seriously considering putting in a tiled blew ground plunge pool if the UK summers keep getting warmer.

CaptainRAVE · 20 Jul 2021 at 09:50

Our hot tub seems to be heating up without the heater. Saves on energy bills.

We’ve just been contacted by the manufacturer to book in its first year of servicing. Worth it? Will I have to empty it? I think their going to do the first one cheaper than usual.

CaptainRAVE · 20 Jul 2021 at 13:12

As it is your first service you will receive £50 off the standard price, making it £299.

We recommend a full service once a year to keep your spa in a healthy condition. This annual service provides peace of mind in the knowledge that your spa has been professionally cleaned and every working aspect inspected and function checked for performance.

Remove and treat filters with filter cleaner. Recommend new filters where necessary

Run chemical system flush (antibacterial and degreaser fluid used to clean internal pipework)

Remove tub sides (where accessible) and inspect pipework for leaks and obvious faults

Electrical check on control system

Clean and protect hot tub lid with vinyl protectant

Drain tub and clean tub shell with surface cleaner

Vacuum out residual water in the tub

Remove jets (where possible) clean and refit. Some jets may not be possible to remove without damaging them due to scale build up or other chemical damage. Customer will be advised if this is the case.

Tighten all pump unions, inspect and replace any small seals if required

Refill hot tub with fresh water, check operation of pumps, blower, lights and heater

Rinse and refit filters

Thoughts? I mean most of the cleaning steps I do myself. The drain point has come loose though, so it may be a good opportunity for them to look at it.

Firestar_3x · 20 Jul 2021 at 13:26

Seems very expensive for what they do above and beyond a normal water change.

I'd buy the flush chemicals (swirl away) and some 303 aerospace protectant yourself, taking the sides off and having a quick look is easy.

LiE · 20 Jul 2021 at 13:30

Taking the sides of will be pointless imo, nothing to see but foam

As above, clean the lids, tub then 303 on all exterior surfaces. A interior cleaner is good as well.

CaptainRAVE · 20 Jul 2021 at 13:32

Thanks, that’s basically what I do anyway other than the 303. I don’t see what they’d do internally if everything is functioning correctly. I’ll save my money for when something actually goes wrong. 303 on the cover isn’t a bad shout.

LiE · 20 Jul 2021 at 13:33

CaptainRAVE said:
Thanks, that’s basically what I do anyway other than the 303.

It's worth while if you're cleaning it anyway, especially to give it some UV protection. Don't want everything to fade

Firestar_3x · 20 Jul 2021 at 13:35

Just watch your side panels when using 303, I did a little test on my composite sides and it had a strange reaction, 100% fine on the top cover though.

CaptainRAVE · 20 Jul 2021 at 13:39

Firestar_3x said:
Just watch your side panels when using 303, I did a little test on my composite sides and it had a strange reaction, 100% fine on the top cover though.

Thanks, I’ll keep it on the cover and maybe try a small bit on the sides first.

Firestar_3x · 20 Jul 2021 at 13:41

CaptainRAVE said:
Thanks, I’ll keep it on the cover and maybe try a small bit on the sides first.

Yea just test an inconspicuous area first.