QCA Spas Seized Pump or Failed Start Capacitor

Pump hums but will not start, then may trip the breaker or shut off.

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.

Possible Causes

Locked pump shaft, Failed start/run capacitor, Debris jammed in impeller, Low supply voltage

Safety: Disconnect power before attempting to spin the motor or open the pump.

Try to spin shaft: Remove the rear motor cover and attempt to rotate the shaft with a screwdriver. If it is stuck, the motor may be seized.
Inspect impeller: Open the wet end and remove any debris blocking the impeller.
Replace capacitor: If the shaft spins freely, replace the start/run capacitor on the pump motor with the correct value specified for your QCA Spas pump.

Hard 4/5

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