Uploaded April 2017 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
The water wasn't being heated up properly on this hot tub. The steps to diagnose and find the cause are shown in this video. Fortunately in this case it was the electrical connection right on the heater (inside the heater box) that had corroded, so a clean up and new wiring meant it was fixed. It would be the same steps if replacing the heater element tube with a new one.
This tub is old but similar steps would apply to other tubs / spas.
The crimping tool set with spade connectors can be had here:
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The replacement cable is here:
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And if you want to use the shrink wrap see these sets:
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Amazon USA: amzn.to/2okx3ix
A cheap multimeter for measuring ac voltages and resistance:
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Of course be careful with electricity. Disconnect the hot tub from the electricity supply before dismantling. It is your responsibility that you are comfortable and qualified to do this work.
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The water wasn't being heated up properly on this hot tub. The steps to diagnose and find the cause are shown in this video. Fortunately in this case it was the electrical connection right on the heater (inside the heater box) that had corroded, so a clean up and new wiring meant it was fixed. It would be the same steps if replacing the heater element tube with a new one.
This tub is old but similar steps would apply to other tubs / spas.
The crimping tool set with spade connectors can be had here:
Amazon USA: amzn.to/2oBGFae
Amazon UK: amzn.to/2oBIowb
The replacement cable is here:
Amazon UK: amzn.to/2okLXoO
And if you want to use the shrink wrap see these sets:
Amazon UK: amzn.to/2oBLfp8
Amazon USA: amzn.to/2okx3ix
A cheap multimeter for measuring ac voltages and resistance:
Amazon UK: amzn.to/2okOL5l
Amazon USA: amzn.to/2okzYaT
Of course be careful with electricity. Disconnect the hot tub from the electricity supply before dismantling. It is your responsibility that you are comfortable and qualified to do this work.
Subscribe to the channel for similar DIY, fixing stuff, car bits and tech reviews here:
youtube.com/subscribe_widget?p=comeinhandynow
Note, if you want to be notified of new videos click on the bell symbol on my home page.
See other videos on my channel here:
youtube.com/user/comeinhandynow
If anyone wants to show appreciation for any money savings, or just help support the channel and future videos then you now can. Use this link: paypal.me/comeinhandy
OR you can support me by using the Amazon and Ebay links to buy other stuff that you would usually buy, it will not cost you anything more, but will help this channel. e.g. Generally useful stuff:
Face mask:
Amazon UK: amzn.to/2GHE9d6
Similar ones on Amazon USA: amzn.to/2IHmip1
Eye goggles: Amazon UK: amzn.to/2IUSqos
Amazon USA: amzn.to/2GAtIXJ
Rubber disposible gloves are also useful, here's the links for
eBay USA: ebay.us/GGqmTJ
eBay UK: ebay.us/cE1BHK
Amazon UK: amzn.to/3aikbl8
Amazon USA: amzn.to/3cdwjpD
Amazon Canada: amzn.to/2Q0VHZm
Amazon Australia: amzn.to/2QlUawX
A set of precision screwdrivers:
Amazon UK: amzn.to/2W311si
Amazon USA: amzn.to/2Z322T5
Torx bits sets:
Amazon UK: amzn.to/2Pgmf48
Or Amazon USA: amzn.to/2XlOK3h
I’m on Facebook here: facebook.com/comeinhandynow
Become a Patron to get extra content or previews or sponsor here: patreon.com/user?u=31365629&fan_landing=true
The video is about my personal opinion and experience and contains no paid for product placements. No responsibility is accepted for any perceived recommendation for or against a product or feature nor any consequential damage or harm since this video is just my personal experience. You accept by watching this video that you accept any responsibility for any subsequent actions or decisions that you take.
Note on copyright / licensing: This video was created using Apple iMovie and as such any music or video content is fully licensed by their terms and conditions for free publication and distribution.
See the Apple iMovie software license agreement at:
images.apple.com/legal/sla/docs/iMovie.pdf
Which states "all Sample Content included in the Apple Software may be used on a royalty-free basis in your own video projects"
