Hot tub heaters are responsible for efficiently increasing as well as maintaining the temperature of water in a spa. Most of heaters contain simple electric equipments that are contained in a tube which is responsible for keeping the water comfortably warm. Some problems may cause malfunctioning of electrical equipments in other parts of the system. Below there are few tips which keep your heater running efficiently for a longer time span. 

Air Locks

An air lock is defined as a patch of air which is allowed to enter into the plumbing of the spa. It has certain potential that can cause problems with the internal components; especially it is very dangerous for hot tub heaters. If air comes to rest above the element, the heat to be transferred to water will accumulate. As a result the air as well as surrounding housing will get heated. It gives rise to overheating which leads to shutdown of system or even irreparable damage. This problem is avoided by draining out all the air before supplying power to the unit. This process is successfully done by filling the basin by water and after that unscrew a pump until all air has been released.

Chemical Balance

It is always advisable to maintain the chemical balance in a spa for acquiring better health condition and safety. A better chemical balance offers the plumbing and equipment is not getting damaged. Basically hot tub heaters are very much sensitive to certain chemicals. If chemical substance is not properly balanced and water is not maintained periodically, then it will form bacteria inside the system. Proper cleaning must be needed in order to kill bacteria efficiently.