Arctic Spas
Overheating Component or Electrical Burn
Strong chemical or plastic smell from equipment bay, sometimes with discoloration on components.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Loose high-current connection at heater or pump, Failing pump motor overheating, Control board component failure, Blocked ventilation in equipment bay
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Immediately turn off power at the GFCI breaker if you smell burning or see smoke. Do not continue to operate the spa.
- Visual inspection: After components cool, open the equipment bay and look for melted plastic, charred wiring, or discolored terminals.
- Tighten connections: With power off, tighten heater and pump terminal screws. Replace any burned connectors or wires.
- Check pump motors: Inspect motors for signs of overheating or melted end bells. Replace any Arctic Spas pump that shows damage.
- Board replacement: If the control board has burned components or scorch marks, replace the Arctic Spas control pack.
- Restore ventilation: Ensure cabinet vents are not blocked and that insulation is not packed tightly against hot components.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
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