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Vita Spa Heater Circuit Fault

Display shows HTR or Heater Error; spa does not heat even though pumps run.

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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

Open heater element, Tripped high-limit or thermal fuse on heater, Burned heater relay on control board, Loose heater connections

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off power at the GFCI and verify with a meter before touching heater terminals.

  • Step 1 – Visual inspection: Check heater terminals on the Vita Spa pack for signs of burning, loose screws, or melted insulation.
  • Step 2 – Continuity test: Disconnect heater leads and measure resistance across the heater element. An open circuit indicates a failed heater that must be replaced.
  • Step 3 – Check high-limit/thermal fuse: Some Vita Spa heaters have an inline thermal fuse. If open, replace the heater assembly.
  • Step 4 – Control board relay: If the heater tests good but does not receive voltage when called for heat, the heater relay or control board may be faulty and require replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Heater Assembly
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