Pool & Hot Tub
Pump/heater won't start or has no power
Likely cause, what to safely try first, and whether it gets worse if you wait.
Likely cause
A tripped GFCI breaker or a failed pump motor.
What to try first
- Check the GFCI breaker dedicated to the pool/spa equipment and reset it once.
- Listen for a humming sound with no spin — that often points to a seized or failing motor.
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