OH
Sundance Spas Overheat Condition Detected by High-Limit Sensor

Display shows OH or OHH and spa shuts down; water may feel very hot near heater or in footwell.

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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

Blocked or dirty filter restricting flow, Non-functioning circulation pump, Stuck heater relay on Sundance control board, High-limit temperature sensor failure

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power at the GFCI breaker immediately. Do not use the spa until the cause is identified. Very hot water can cause burns.

  • 1. Remove spa cover and allow cooling: Leave the cover open to let heat escape. Verify water temperature with a separate thermometer.
  • 2. Check water level and filter: Confirm proper water level. Remove and thoroughly clean or replace the Sundance MicroClean filter. A restricted filter can cause localized overheating at the heater.
  • 3. Inspect circulation: After the water cools below 104°F (40°C), restore power and observe water movement from the circulation return. If there is no visible flow, the circulation pump may have failed.
  • 4. Reset high-limit (if equipped): Some older Sundance models have a manual high-limit reset button on the heater. With power OFF and water cooled, press the red reset button until it clicks.
  • 5. Monitor for reoccurrence: If OH returns quickly after reset, shut power OFF and do not continue to run the spa. This may indicate a stuck heater relay or faulty sensor.
  • When to call a technician: Overheat faults can be dangerous. If cleaning the filter and confirming circulation do not resolve the issue, have a spa technician test the high-limit sensor, heater relay, and circulation pump.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

High-Limit Temperature Sensor
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