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Original => Hot Tub Forum => Topic started by: tubbin on April 09, 2008, 06:30:31 pm

Title: I have a question regarding a leak...
Post by: tubbin on April 09, 2008, 06:30:31 pm
I have a leak coming from one of my jet housings on my 05 Arctic Spa Cub. The housing only leaks when the pumps are on high. Will I need to drain the spa below the housing for the service? Is there anything that I can do to fix this or should I call the service guy. The tub is still under warranty.


Thanks folks
Title: Re: I have a question regarding a leak...
Post by: hottubdan on April 09, 2008, 06:33:46 pm
Since spa is under warranty call for service.  Ask them these questions.  Why even ask us?  That is what the warranty and dealer are for. :o
Title: Re: I have a question regarding a leak...
Post by: tubbin on April 09, 2008, 06:38:45 pm
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Since spa is under warranty call for service.  Ask them these questions.  Why even ask us?  That is what the warranty and dealer are for. :o

I didn't ask for your opinion. Just a simple question.

Service takes a week, and I don't want to take 3 hours off work for a user serviceable part like an O-ring I can replace that.
My main question is; do I need to drain the tub? I don't want the service guy standing around for 2 hours while the tub drains.
Title: Re: I have a question regarding a leak...
Post by: Steve on April 09, 2008, 06:41:43 pm
I agree with crankypants dan...  ;)

You certainly could drain the spa prior to the tech coming out but they also may want to locate any other possible leaks before draining. Again, ask them what they would like...
Title: Re: I have a question regarding a leak...
Post by: Jacuzzi Jim on April 09, 2008, 06:47:20 pm
  Personally I tell people to leave water in the spa, if its just a loose backing nut, he can just tighten it with out draining.  If the jet assembly needs to be replaced, then yes it need to be drained below that jet, but the tech (least ours does) drain it fix it refill it.
Title: Re: I have a question regarding a leak...
Post by: Water Boy on April 09, 2008, 07:15:19 pm
Yes leave the spa with water in it. Also just call your dealer and let them do the work that it what the warranty is for. Also you shouldn't have to be home for them to work on the spa unless it is indoors.
Title: Re: I have a question regarding a leak...
Post by: wmccall on April 09, 2008, 07:31:35 pm
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Since spa is under warranty call for service.  Ask them these questions.  Why even ask us?  That is what the warranty and dealer are for. :o


We do have Arctic professionals among our users.
Title: Re: I have a question regarding a leak...
Post by: hottubdan on April 09, 2008, 09:35:45 pm
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I agree with crankypants dan...  ;)

You certainly could drain the spa prior to the tech coming out but they also may want to locate any other possible leaks before draining. Again, ask them what they would like...
I have a new name, crankypants dan  ;)
My advice for the day:
You paid the big bucks for a spa from a dealer who offers service.  Use that dealer.
Title: Re: I have a question regarding a leak...
Post by: Spatech_tuo on April 09, 2008, 10:36:45 pm
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I have a new name, crankypants dan  ;)
My advice for the day:
You paid the big bucks for a spa from a dealer who offers service.  Use that dealer.

You know you're cranky when Steve is the one calling you on it!!!
Title: Re: I have a question regarding a leak...
Post by: Steve on April 09, 2008, 11:00:30 pm
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You know you're cranky when Steve is the one calling you on it!!!

 ;D

I'm just the happy go lucky guy 'round here... and for the record, I NEVER get cranky!

(in real life)
Title: Re: I have a question regarding a leak...
Post by: Tom on April 10, 2008, 01:08:16 pm
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We do have Arctic professionals among our users.
And we do check in from time to time.  

Tubbin, it's always a pleasure to hear from one of our customers.  The advice in this thread is sound.   Please call your dealer and discuss the issue with the service manager.