DRY
USSPA Severe Dry Fire Condition

Display shows DRY and spa immediately shuts down heater to prevent damage.

Advertisements

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.

Advertisements

Possible Causes

Heater running without adequate water, Severe airlock after refill, Blocked or closed suction lines, Failed circulation pump not moving water through heater

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn OFF power immediately to prevent heater damage.

  • Verify water level and refill if needed:
    • Ensure spa is filled to the correct level.
  • Bleed all air:
    • Loosen unions on circulation pump and heater until water flows without air bubbles.
  • Check circulation pump:
    • Confirm that the circulation pump runs when power is restored.
    • If it does not run or only hums, replace the circulation pump.
  • Inspect heater:
    • If DRY occurred repeatedly, the heater element may be damaged; inspect for bulging or burn marks and replace the heater assembly if needed.
  • Reset system:
    • After resolving flow issues, power cycle the spa and monitor for normal heating.
Advertisements

Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Circulation Pump
Check Price on Amazon

We may earn a commission from links on this page.

Advertisements