DR
USSPA Dry Fire Protection / Low Water in Heater

Display shows DR and heater is disabled; spa may think it is running dry.

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Possible Causes

Airlock in heater tube, Very low water level in spa, Blocked suction or closed valves, Recently refilled spa not properly bled

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn OFF power at the breaker before opening unions or removing filters.

  • Check water level:
    • Ensure the spa is filled to the recommended level, typically above all jets and skimmers.
  • Open all valves:
    • Verify that all slice valves around the pumps and heater are fully open.
  • Bleed air from heater and pumps:
    • Loosen the unions on the circulation pump and heater until water flows steadily, then retighten.
  • Clean filters:
    • Remove and rinse filters to ensure they are not restricting flow.
  • Reset and test:
    • Restore power and observe if DR clears.
    • If DR persists, there may be a sensor or control issue requiring professional diagnosis.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Heater Assembly
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