HOW TO SET UP your new Lay-Z-Spa HOT TUB
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- čas přidán 4. 07. 2024
- This video shows you how to set up your brand new Lay-Z-Spa inflatable hot tub so you can enjoy it with your family and friends quickly and easily!
If you're thinking about buying a Lay-Z-Spa or have recently purchased one, this takes you step-by-step through everything you need to know to set up your hot tub for the first time. It makes it super simple and will help you be up and running in no time.
You'll learn all about:
- where to place the hot tub in your garden
- how to inflate the hot tub
- how to connect the pump and filter
- how to fill with water
- how to use the hot tub chemicals
- how to keep the water clean
The spa was purchased from The Range: www.therange.co.uk/pool-and-h...
And accessories were purchased directly from Lay-Z-Spa:
www.lay-z-spa.co.uk
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Hi Adam. We were given a second hand tub by a friend. I have had no instructions and had no idea on how to set it up. This video has been invaluable in getting use up and running, I can't thank you enough.
Great videos, Adam, your instructions and style of delivery are very helpful. Thank you.
What a great video!! Well done, Adam!!
Thanks Adam. These videos are a brilliant help. I always refer to this when I’m getting the hot tub set up.
Great video Adam, very informative 👍
Hi Adam, I have the same model. Biggest problem is airlock in the jet system. Best to fill the hot tub by introducing the hose through the small filter outlet once guard is removed, thus removing air pockets whilst filling. Doing a back flush on pipes A and B also helps to clean pump, as will using a descale solution as needed. Just bought a ‘Hampson hydro scale away’ works fantastic. Also ideal due to lack of care by Bestways, is to have as spares, seals for A,B and C connections, seals for water pump and an Impeller, as these are notorious for going bad. Great videos mate hope my experience helps for your next videos. 👏😀
Great video Adam very helpful and good advice as we new to using hot tub 🙂
Good video pal, found helpful for my new hot tub 👍
Just bought our first tub and this is the first video I've watched. Very informative and delivered perfectly. Thanks 👌
Thanks for the very useful video. We've just bought our first one so this was a very good video to watch!
Well presented video mate! Short and concise and informative... thanks!
I've really appreciated your hot tub videos Adam, many thanks :)
Great video - so helpful. Lay-Z-Spa should link this video in their very confusing instructions booklet!
Thanks Adam. Really helpful.
Such a great video of all the things you wouldn't think of - thank you
Brilliant video! Many thanks 👍
Just purchased first inflatable hot tub. This video was awesome - I shall watch the others. Very nervous about the whole thing but excited as well.
I feel same, about to buy one but worried about the chemical part x
@@sianatkinsion9427 Hi Sian - have to say once over the initial 'shock' and chemical balancing everything has been fine. I have joined a few face book groups for inflatable tubs/lay z spa. They have been really helpful and full of knowledge.
Thanks for your videos, Adam
thank u Adam! very helpful.
Adam your video have been very useful thank you
Great video
what a helpful and well presented video, I especially liked the bit about not annoying your neighbours as ours do regularly as they have placed the pump and SPA next to the fence Hummmmmm and will not remove it even after asking them too politely, rude people who used to be not so selfish neighbours it's a shame that LAY-Z-SPA don't offer this advice when you buy one, I will be Emailing this to them maybe they might take note.
Hi Adam. Thank you for the informative video. I just bought an Avenli Bali Spa. I'd like to use it as a kiddie pool for the kids in the summer. However it leaks if I don't connect it to the pump. What and where can I purchase twist caps to contain the water? Or do I just connect it to the pump even though I'm not using it. Thanks for your help.
This is simply perfect! Just too questions as we are new users for such spa system. What exactly you would suggest to use as a tub underlay, please? The surface is a hardwood alfresco, but somebody told me I have to use a rug or a rubber/foam mat for insulation and to protect mold rising between timber base and the tub`s bottom/ The second is- do you know what kind of chemicals can be used instead of a bit unhealthy chlorine, please? Thank you
No response from the video maker?
Thanks, just bought spa today and the instruction are poor to say the least. Thanks again and I’ll check out other videos. Have great weekend.
Hi, nice video! I have the Hawaii model and I am trying to remove the hydrojet nozzles to service them, but I can't get them to budge. They should just click anti-clockwise, right? I don't want to force them. Have you ever come across this issue? Many thanks..... Irish Louis living in France
I live in Az and I would like to just empty the water and then just put the cover on and leave it that way for our winter. The temps will range from 40-50 in the days and 25-30 for several hours in the night. Do you think this plan is safe?
Great info, especially as I am new to owning a hot tub. Thanks
Hi Adam. New hawaii air jet owner.. If I use it when it's cold outside, will the pump just shut off once the air temp gets to 4 degrees or lower or will it still run coz the water inside is hot?
Thanks
Hi Adam. Purchased a SaluSpa Hawaii with air jets I looked for the the hydro jets but not available. Your video’s are the most informative, believe me I watched many. Still learning. I’m using Bromine
That came with the start kit.
Three weeks in, Alkalinity and PH still high. Just got Chlorine ok. If any tips I’m missing, please reply. Thank you Pearl😊
hi Do i add foam removing after initial set up after chlorine?
i have bought a cancun jet spa at the whare house when i fell it up wiht water it com down over night there might be a slight leak at the bottom how can i find out if i got a leake and where can i get or buy the material to fix it thanks for your help
Thanks for providing such helpful videos. Any advice available for a drip from one of the connections. The narrowest one. Should it have a washer like the other two connections?
Thanks. On mine there’s a washer fastened onto the end of the pipe on the pump.
Thanks just discovered washer with cap in a little bag. Problem solved.
Thanks for your really professional videos Adam .I have a problem with one of the circulation pipes it keeps dripping ive tried plumbers tape , have you heard of this before , it worked fine last summer
Some people have had issue with missing or damages o rings on the seal. Could try replacing them?
Also, ensure the tub and pump are level and at same height as that can stop it getting a good seal.
thank you
Hello Adam, your videos have been very helpful thank you. I've just bought an Hawaii Hot Tub. I'm a lady on my own but I'm having a problem setting the temperature of the water while setting the heating and duration periods. I use it once a day. Obviously it loses
it's temperature once I've used it to about 26 degrees. I set it at 40 then do the timer settings, but it continues to indicate 26 degrees instead of 40. So once the timer is set it flashes to show timer is on but still shows 26 instead of 40. I've tried various ways of doing it but still no luck. I set the timer as I'm on economy 7. Any help would be much appreciated. Kind regards, Jan, Nottingham
I'm just learning too but there is a farenheit and celsius option. Just a thought. I cheated and got a neighbour to inflate it so I didn't do myself any favours. After electrician wired in powe I'm ready to fill and fumble my way around ha ha. I do much better with video learning than reading instructions. I see this was a year ago. Well that's kinda hilarious. I have an excellent video though on how to use the pump heating and filtration settings. Holding buttons down is also necessary.
Hi Adam.if I dont have hot tub on all the time ( plugged in ).do I need to change the water or just check chlorine and alkalinity levels when I re turn it back on ..I propose to have it on weekends when I'm off..what's tye best way to deal with this
You don't necessarily need to change the water. If you keep an eye on the chemicals, especially the chlorine, it will happily sit for a week or longer.
The chemical levels usually don't change much when not in use, but it's best to test it the morning after use and add anything you need.
A chlorine float can then ensure it stays clean.
Hi - thanks for the videos, do you need to be connected to the tub and have water in it to use the pump. I want to test it but when I try it seems to cut out and I get E02 showing on the panel.
yes, you definitely need water running through the pump as you can damage it otherwise.
Hi Adam thank you for the great videos I’m new to these bits of kit and was wondering now that my hot tub is all set up is there any way i can reduce or ajust the power of the jets? Thank you again
The nozzles are adjustable. They turn and can lower the power.
@@SailingAquila thank you Adam again that’s brilliant also do I need to worry about freezing in the winter or will it be ok. I have built a wooden gazebo around it and is insulated too?
@@paulh1578 You do need to be careful with this. If the water in the pump or tub freeze, it will probably cause significant damage. You need to judge if that's likely or not and drain it all if necessary.
Thanks
Hi Adam. I’m now only using the hot tub at weekends. Should I keep the pump running when Heat is off during the week.
Should be fine to turn the whole thing off. Still keep an eye on it and check water quality during the week.
Very helpful video! Question: What if you drain and deflate your hot tub after each use? Do you still need the chemicals, especially if you are using in house water?
If you're using fresh tap water every time you use and only keeping it full for one day, then you might be able to get away with it. You'll still need to give it a good clean out between uses.
The question is, do you want to share that water with multiple users? Without chlorine in the water, it's possible to pass bacteria etc onto each other.
Hi how do I put more air into the tub after it's filled with water
Hello.. thank u for all the information. I have a question. Why can't u use a extension lead if u don't have power close by? This will determine if i will buy one or not. Thanks mate
The current drawn through it to heat the tub is too high. Using an extension cable is dangerous as they're not designed to carry that amount of electricity so there's a genuine risk of it overheating and causing an electrical fire.
The safe way is to get an electrician to install a mains socket closer to where you want to locate the tub, or move the tub closer to an existing power supply.
Nice to see you again...how you been? Still using the same whirlpool, or is the second one? Stay safe and enjoy the bubbles 👍🏻😎
It’s still the same tub, although I had to patch up a couple of small holes after storage over winter.
Hi Adam great videos what I best way to slightly improve my alkalinity in my lazy spa checked this morning after first use last night all checks r fine bar that it's just slightly low .. Any tips ??
You need to add some PH+. Hopefully that will get it right.
You may need to add PH- afterwards to get the PH level correct.
@@SailingAquila thanks Adam
Hi Adam. Thanks for your no-nonsense advice and help about setting up the hot tub. We forget each year and have to tune in again! This is our third year and I have noticed that the inside of the inflatable walls is discoloured with what I presume is algae. It is a brownish colour and looks most unpleasant. Is there any way of cleaning this out, or do I need to invest in a new one?
It's worthwhile trying to clean. The material in the hot tub is quite tough so worthwhile trying kitchen/bathroom cleaner with a foam scouring pad. You can buy specialist hot tub versions, but the domestic ones are fine too.
I bought the Lay-Z-Spa cleaning kit - seemed a bit gimmicky, but for £20 (on offer, Robert Dyas, B&M etc) you get a small net for fishing stuff out, a sponge/marigold combo, and an ergonomic brush for scrubbing each inflatable level. That plus a bucket of warm soapy water from a natural washing up liquid, and it cleared up nicely. Took a few hours of effort though!
Hi Adam, thanks for this - can you add air to the hot tub when it’s full of water?
Yes
@@ralphthebulldog5163 Cheers - I figured it out in the end 👍
When do u put the spa tub out again
Hi adam a newbie here lol once ive filled the hot tub for the first time and ive got the water to 20 degrees and ive done the chlorine levels correct ect can i start raising the temperature while im added the ph levels and doing the other bits or do i need to keep it at the same temperature untill all the chemicals are correct ? Cheers
you can keep raising the temperature. the only thing to ensure is that you start when at 20 degrees upwards...
@@SailingAquila Much appreciated mate a new sub from me too 👍🏻
Hi. Are you supposed to inflate the floor. Or is the plug for something else?
Hi Adam, I’m a newbie to inflatable hot tubs. I’ve a Cleverspa Bondi! Its filled up but unfortunately I’ve gone and turned the heater on before shocking it with chlorine. I didn’t realise till I saw your videos that I’d gone too high with the temp. It’s 38 degrees! Can I still treat or is it not advisable. I was doing so well too!
It will be fine. It’s more about not adding the chemicals until it’s at least 20 degrees.
Thank you so much Adam for putting mind at rest! I’ll no doubt be needing your advice again.
Have you tried descaling this particular engine Adam. Seen the egg type done but not this type. We have a maldives.
No, I've not had to do a descale. I live in a soft water area and limescale isn't an issue.
Hope yours goes well...
Where can I buy the hose that pumps the tub and lid up. I have boughten a used bestway Sapulpa lay z spa palm springs but it did not come w the hose to fill up?
Assuming you've already checked with eBay and Amazon, probably worthwhile speaking to Lay Z Spa themselves.
HI Adam, do you k ow where I can get my hydrojet repaired , it has an E2 error , its hardly been used but lazy spa are telling me they wount help as this was purchased from a third party. During lockdown there were non in the UK, this was bought from Madrid, I bet there are hundreds of machines needing repairs in the UK that Lazy spa are washing their hand of !
Hi- I had this exact problem last year. The pump was kept indoors over the 2019/2020 winter and was only used about 15 times the previous summer. Of course because of COVID and lockdown Bestway were useless. They said their answer time was 6 weeks. So, after countless hours of searching and looking at God knows how many videos, I did a long backwash in both the pipes and these cleared the error. There are numerous videos on how to do this. Hope it works for you.
Hi pal. Any idea why my round lay z spa Vegas has gone out of shape. It’s been sat on my decking for 2 months from new and one side is like blown up more than the other side. It wasn’t like that when I blew it up. It’s like expanded on one side while it’s sat there over the weeks. It’s a round hot tub by the way not a square one like yours. Thanks.
Sorry. Not sure on that one, and it doesn’t sound good. Is the tub not level and the water is pressing more on one side? Perhaps get in touch with Lay-Z-Spa if still in warranty.
Decking is fine for hot tubs if you have built it correctly and C16 graded timber. Just needs 6x2 joists as a minimum. Gym foam flooring is a great idea pal. Prob cheaper than the Lay Z Spa flooring
Should I put the foam squares above or below the protective plastic sheet that comes with it?
@@WeevBerry I would say below to keep it waterproof if it rains
@@Dazzlar7 thank you!
I'm about 3 metres short of where I need to be to access a 13a socket. I've decided to shorten a heavy duty single socket extension to 3 metres, mounting the connection in a weatherproof box. This makes a 10 metre run if you add 7 metres for the pump's cable. Think this will be safe?
Sorry, this is beyond my knowledge. I do know that it's recommended not to use an extension cable with a hot tub.
Probably best to speak to an electrician to be certain.
@@SailingAquila Decided to get an electrician to fit a socket nearer hot tub. No point potentially damaging pump and invalidating warranty.
Is it possible to leave this out all year round, and just put the motor away in winter?
Yes, it's possible, although not sure I'd recommend it. If any of it were to freeze, it could well damage the hot tub itself.
Hi Adam, you’ve moved house, nice set up
I have moved house, but temporarily into an apartment. This is a friend’s house and they’re borrowing the tub.
Meant to come back to you about the calcification problem I had. Got a lot of help from the guys at Happy Hot Tubs. In a hard water area calcium builds up on the heater element. Putting the pump away last season and getting it out again this season dislodged the calcium into the hot tub making the water cloudy and leaving loads of deposits on the floor of the tub which was not getting to the filter even with clarifier added. Got some descaler from them which cleared it and cleaned the heater element. Maybe useful to know if you get a query from somebody in a hard water area. All the best.
Is it possible to add air using the pump while the water is filled up? And whats the best way to do this?
You can do it, but it’s a bit of a hassle. You’ll have to disconnect the pump.
Put the covers over the filter and heat inlet ports inside the hot tub before disconnecting and then put the caps on the outside of the pipes to stop water coming out.
You’ll lose a little water, but not much.
Once disconnected you can use the pump as per set up.
@@SailingAquila Thanks Adam , is it normal for it to lose a bit of air after about a month ,How often do you pump it up? Mine seems fine but it’s just not as rock hard like it was when you first pump it up. My mate said it’s fine leaving it but want to be sure! Thanks
I’m looking to buy a Lazy Spa and I’m in a rented house do cannot get an outdoor plug fitted can I feed it through kitchen window into a main plug inside? But can it be unplugged overnight so I can shut the window?
Yes, that should be fine. It's exactly how the one in this video was set up.
It's not ideal as you cannot leave it powered up overnight or when you're not in, but fine if you can live with that.
@@SailingAquila brill thank you, will it effect the water etc if turnt off overnight? Also how do I keep the plug protected for water etc sorry if I sound stupid it’s just it will need to be pulled out if window needs to be shut!
@@livlifebeautiful1104 It's fine to unplug overnight, albeit that it'll lose heat. It'll take a couple of days to get up to temperature for use if only heating during the daytime.
You'll need to try and keep the plug dry. Perhaps wrap up in something and/or try to keep undercover.
Maybe worth asking the landlord to add an outdoor socket, and perhaps worthwhile offering to contribute some of the cost.
Whats your thoughts on wave spa i bought one and just got set up but pump is rattling/grinding??
I have a wave spa and mine doesn’t do that
Hi . My inflatable hot tub slow leak underneath pump and it’s brand new
Check it's not coming from the drain plug on the bottom, but otherwise I suggest to contact where you purchased it from for a return/exchange.
There is an extention cable coming from the house for power????
The hot tub was plugged into a kitchen socket directly as there wasn't an available socket outside - it's not using an extension cable.
It wasn't an ideal set up, but perfectly safe.
I my pump is coming up with error code 6CF any thoughts 🤔,thanks 😊
Sorry, not experienced that myself.
Does this help - www.lay-z-spa.co.uk/support/gcf
Hi once the water is warm can u let go cold
An then reheat ?
Yes, you can let it cool down. I turn mine off completely between uses and warm up when needed.
Does the bottom of the tub get inflated or does that stay flat?
In most, there is a none inflated foam base that is comfortable to sit on. Some other top of the range hot tubs have inflated seats.
Hi adam, great videos. I have an issue with hard water. My alkalinity is really high, and I’ve been told on a Facebook group to sort that out before adding chlorine. I’ve added 10 teaspoons of PH minus jets on 10 mins, checked 1.5 after and it’s still high. Did another 10 teaspoons and waited snd it’s still high. I really don’t know how to get it down and when to add the chlorine. I’ve only had it 4 weeks, and already had to refill it as I was having so many problems with the levels and water quality. It was always cloudy. Any advice recommended as I seem to get conflicting information
I don't think it matters too much which you sort first - chlorine or alkalinity - and that's why there's conflicting information out there. People seem to prefer one way or the other.
In terms of your high alkalinity, it's a bit unusual to have to add so much PH- and not see an impact. It's worthwhile trying even more to see if that helps - if it is coming down then keep going. Given that this might take a day or two to get right, I stand by sorting the chlorine first so you don't start to get bacteria growth etc in the water during this time. You can always tweak the chlorine levels afterwards.
Muriatic acid is the next step up from PH- and is a more powerful chemical for getting the PH down. You could also try that.
Finally, you could try to soften the water using a filter in the first instance to reduce the hardness. I've never done this so not sure how best to approach it.
Good luck!
@@adamabout8017 ok thanks. My alkalinity is just so high I don’t know how to get it down to what it needs to be
Hi I've just set up my hot tub I've added the chlorine as suggested . Can I leave the hot tub on overnight heated ready for the morning?
Yes, absolutely. The tub can be left on all the time, if you wish. Although best to turn off if not using for a few days to save energy.
How long do I need to inflate my hot tub for
With a Lay Z Spa it takes a few minutes. There are holes on the pipe fitting to prevent over inflation.
Hi Adam I’m live in victoria Texas I have been watching your videos they are Very informative. I’ve been trying to purchase the Hawaii hydro jet pro, but have been unsuccessful. Could you help me where I might try to
Purchase one. Thank you
Pearl ❤️
Sorry, can’t help. It’s been an unusual year with high demand and lower production. It’s like the 2020 models never hit the stores. Best way/Lay z spa should get more stock soon.
Adam About Thank you Adam, you have helped me more than you know. Now I understand why every where I look it’s says unavailable. Thanks again😊Pearl
pearlacita Hi, been told they are out of stock, not surprised as they are made in China, I’m waiting for a replacement pump under warranty but this may never happen, I live in Spain.
Im 11 and i love to have my hot tub 100 heat
The only little thing I am not shure of, and is not mentioned, is HOW it starts inflating, does it do that automatically or do you need to push a certain button?!
It's the 'bubbles' button to activate the air jets.
@@SailingAquila yes, figured out after a while, thanks a lot 🙂
@@SailingAquila Still, I have encountered a problem, when trying to setup and start inflating, the case is that no matter what, when I plug in the mains, the pump unit after a while starts up, and of course ends with error E02, obviously because I have not set it up or connected pool and water and so on. Buttons does not respond, and it does this all the time, until I unplug the mains and resets, plugs in, and then it starts almost at once again. The App does not mange to control this behaviour, either.. :-(
@@knutkielland9408 make sure you’re not turning the filter or heater on and just the bubbles. If it’s still coming up with an error message then try speaking to Lay Z Spa.
My plugs are no where near my hot tub
use kitchen foil under the tub! cheap. simple effective.
Just bought one of these second hand for £265 one tiny little puncture which I fixed easy for £11, and with the money we saved buying a new one spent it on 2 ton of type one mot £80
1 tone of sand £40
rented a compactor for £70 for the week, artificial grass £95 for 4meter by 2 1/2 meters £20 for two sets of drink tray holders and 4 light up jet things for £60 and I already had the grey rubber matts which I payed £20 for 20 £1 a pop
just came here to make sure I’m going to connect it all correctly
Totally transformed our garden
And I’ve probably spent less than a brand new one saving our little planet from another landfill item tidy
New patio boy?
The tub is at a friends house as I’ve moved into an apartment - they’ve got a great patio area!
How long is lead on pump
I used send my water through combi boiler much cheaper
They too small we use the heater system on an easy set 8ft pool its way better and far cheaper, wish we had done it from the start instead of getting the spa pool first
Why do people sit in chemical s 😮
There are many production like yours available and all have one serious flaw. They give scant or no information on electrical setup. In all industry of any nature and especially in the video and film industry as this could be considered as such nothing starts until the Gaffer gives the all clear (Gaffer being the term for the senior electrician). In every spa/hot tub swim pool where electricity is used the manual tells of the need to use Protective Equipotential Bonding, this is totally missing here.
Reading your comments most are first time users of concerns with regards to setup and installation issues and you never mention the subject at all. So this very necessary part of setup probably never gets done. As for the quality of this production it's good, better than most, would be very good if just more information on electrical safety is broadcast.
The important thing is to plug the hot tub directly into a correctly and professionally installed mains outlet. Never use an extension cable. The hot tub cable comes with built in protection so will 'trip' if there is a problem/fault.
Just don’t pass the power cord through the window like he has.
Yeah, it wasn't an ideal set up but it was plugged into a mains socket rather than using an extension lead which is where it becomes hazardous.
Out the window is fine other than the security risk!
I suggested that you don't, take it straight back to the shop, because it will spring a leak.There customer service will be appalling.😡
Sorry to hear you've had such a bad experience. I've had my Hawaii for over three years and it's still going strong. Admittedly, I've had to patch a few small holes when it's come out of winter storage, but nothing major.
Great video
thank you