Saratoga Spas Excessive Vibration / Pump Misalignment

Spa cabinet or shell vibrates excessively when pumps are on high speed.

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Possible Causes

Loose pump mounting bolts, Broken pump mounting feet, Misaligned pump and plumbing, Air in pump causing cavitation

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off power before adjusting pump mounts.

  • Tighten mounts: Check that all pump mounting bolts are snug and that rubber feet are not cracked or missing.
  • Support plumbing: Ensure PVC plumbing is properly supported and not putting stress on the pump unions.
  • Bleed air: Remove air from the pump by loosening unions briefly.

If vibration continues, the pump impeller may be damaged or the motor shaft bent, requiring pump replacement.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Pump Mounting Hardware
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