OHt
American Whirlpool Overheat at Heater Tube or Control Pack

Display shows OHt or OHT and spa shuts down heater and pumps intermittently

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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

Blocked ventilation around control pack, High ambient temperature in equipment bay, Heater relay stuck on, Failing high-limit sensor

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power at the GFCI breaker. Overheating components can be a fire risk.

OHt indicates overheating near the heater or control pack, not just in the water.

  • Inspect equipment bay ventilation: Ensure the access panel vents are not blocked and that insulation or debris is not packed around the control pack.
  • Check for continuous heating: After cooling and restoring power, monitor whether the heater indicator stays on even when set temperature is reached. If so, the heater relay may be stuck closed.
  • Look for discoloration: Examine the control board and heater terminals for burnt spots or melted insulation.
  • Reduce load: In very hot climates, provide additional ventilation to the equipment bay and avoid running all pumps and heater simultaneously for long periods.

Because OHt can indicate failing relays or wiring, have a spa technician inspect and repair before continued use.

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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Spa Control Pack (Main Control Board)
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