Intex Electrical Short or Ground Fault

Spa trips household breaker or RCD when turned on

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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

Water ingress into heater pump unit, Damaged power cord, Internal short in heater or pump motor, Faulty RCD/GFCI plug

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Repeated tripping indicates a potential shock or fire hazard. Do not keep resetting the breaker.

  • 1. Inspect cord and plug:
    • Unplug and check for visible damage.
  • 2. Dry environment:
    • Ensure the heater pump unit is not sitting in water and is protected from rain.
  • 3. Try another outlet/circuit:
    • Use a different dedicated outlet to rule out house wiring issues.
  • If tripping continues: Internal components may be shorted. Do not open the unit unless qualified; contact Intex or an electrician.
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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Heater Pump Unit (Electrical Assembly)
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