Author Topic: Question about 120v -vs- 220v (Read 6700 times)

Snyper · « **on:** January 31, 2006, 02:33:07 am »

Newbie here. Just had a Marquis Retreat installed and had a few questions.

Currently it is hooked to 110v, and other than losing heat we are pretty happy with this setup.

My questions is pretty simple. Is it worth the cost (about $300) to upgrade to 220v?

What are the +/- of 220v over 110v?

Thanks,
Snyper

Hot Tub Forum · « **on:** January 31, 2006, 02:33:07 am »

Snowbird · « **Reply #1 on:** January 31, 2006, 06:33:16 am »

You probably have several pumps plus a heater under your tub. With 110 service it is probable that only one or maybe two of them will operate at a time. (e.g. the heater & 1 pump or 2 pumps & no heater).

The same applies to the size of the service (40 amp, 50 amp or 60 amp). Even with 220v service you will loose performance with smaller amperage.

If you are not satisfied with the current performance, and can afford it, install 220v 60 amp service. If not, install the largest 220v service you can afford.

Enjoy.

bosco0633 · « **Reply #2 on:** January 31, 2006, 08:00:46 am »

I think that it will be worth it to upgrade. If you calculate the costs, 300 now will save you down the line. With 110 it will run alot more due to the fact that pumps can not run when heating and so on, like earlier mentioned. 220 will save you on your bill, I believe. A friend of mine had a tub a few years back with 110, and he told me his bills were out of control and that he could just see the meter spinning like crazy with energy useage.

Spend the money now, I think it will save you in the long run and not to mention, the tub will be able to be heated while being used. longer soaks

stuart · « **Reply #3 on:** January 31, 2006, 08:12:25 am »

If you got the standard cover than I would invest in atleast a floating blanket. There are 2 differant covers for that spa.

I also like how fast 220 can recover heat but more than that you will lose more heat in a small spa on 110 than a large one because of the volume of water.

Mendocino101 · « **Reply #4 on:** January 31, 2006, 01:52:33 pm »

For 300.00 it is worth doing if for no other reason than the convenience of being able to run the pump on high and the heater at the same time.

Snyper · « **Reply #5 on:** February 01, 2006, 12:42:23 am »

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If you got the standard cover than I would invest in atleast a floating blanket. There are 2 differant covers for that spa.

I also like how fast 220 can recover heat but more than that you will lose more heat in a small spa on 110 than a large one because of the volume of water.

Thanks for everyone's reply.

I guess I have the standard cover, what is a floating cover and what is the benefit?

Thanks --

Snowbird · « **Reply #6 on:** February 01, 2006, 07:14:33 am »

It is a 1/4 inch thick blanket the floats directly on the water. We were not going to get one but the Doc had a deal going on a coverlift with a blanket.

It is better than I thought it would be and I recommend it. It keeps the cover dryer by reducing evaporation. This protects the cover from water logging and getting heavy.

The closed cell blanket also seems to drip less than the cover so when I open it up, less water falls on the floor (my tub is indoors).

The blanket also prevents chemical gas off. Not only should you use less chemicals but it protects the cover from getting damaged from the chemicals.

Finally it is another layer if insulation which means your heater runs less.

dpgtech · « **Reply #7 on:** February 04, 2006, 05:42:46 pm »

220 will allow you to run pump on high speed and the heater at the same time. with a 110/220 spa the only thing running 220 is the heater. your pump still runs 110. your heat gain time will increase significantly. 300 is not very exspensive to upgrade to 220

Jane and Russ · « **Reply #8 on:** February 04, 2006, 07:44:52 pm »

We have the Marquis Reward, newly installed. We have it plugged to 110. We are anticipating having 220 installed, but all our estimates are over $800. Where are you getting it installed for $300? If we could get it done for that price, it would have been done yesterday.
With our Reward, we notice that we do not get as much pressure out of the jets as we did with the Wish? Would 220 change this?

rocket · « **Reply #9 on:** February 04, 2006, 08:57:24 pm »

Smith917,

The Wish could run off 110V or be converted t 220V.

However, the Reward is a 220V only spa. If you do have the Reward, your electrician or dealer needs to get involved and correct this situation immediately.

If a Reward, yes the pumps aren't pulling enough amps and the pressure would be almost nothing.

Jane and Russ · « **Reply #10 on:** February 04, 2006, 11:11:25 pm »

Sorry, it's not a Reward, but a Quest. It runs on both 110 or 220. Jane

Snyper · « **Reply #11 on:** February 05, 2006, 03:25:21 am »

"Where are you getting it installed for $300?"

I have a buddy who is a registered electrician. I give him beer, he gives me parts at cost.

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