Sunrise Spas
Ground Fault / Short Circuit
GFCI breaker trips immediately when spa is 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 intrusion in control pack, Shorted heater element to ground, Shorted pump motor, Incorrect or reversed wiring at breaker
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset a tripping GFCI. This indicates a potentially dangerous fault.
- Visual inspection: With power off, open the equipment bay and look for obvious leaks or standing water near the control pack and pumps.
- Dry components: If moisture is present, dry the area thoroughly and repair any leaks at unions, pump seals, or plumbing.
- Isolate components (advanced): A technician can disconnect the heater, then pumps, one at a time to identify which component causes the trip when power is restored.
- Correct wiring: Have a licensed electrician verify that the GFCI is wired according to the Sunrise Spas wiring diagram.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Heater Assembly
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