Sunrise Spas
Overheating Electrical Component
Strong burning or electrical smell from equipment bay
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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
Overheating pump motor, Failing heater relay or contactor, Loose high-current connection, Melted wiring insulation
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Immediately turn off power at the GFCI and do not use the spa until inspected.
- Visual inspection: After cooling, open the equipment bay and look for discolored, melted, or charred components on the control pack, heater, and pumps.
- Tighten connections: With power off, tighten all accessible high-current screw terminals on the control pack and contactors.
- Replace damaged parts: Any burnt wiring, connectors, or boards must be replaced. Do not attempt to repair burnt boards.
- Professional service: Due to fire risk, have a qualified technician evaluate and repair the system.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
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