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Jacuzzi J480 50A to 60A Conversion Question
Tleo:
I just purchased a used, 2011 Jacuzzi J480 hot tub. In getting ready to hook it up and run the electrical wiring, I can't determine whether the previous owner had it set to 50A or 60A configuration. I have read people talk about the need to install a "jumper" but it doesn't appear that I have access to the electrical unit where a jumper would be located. I have also seen people mention that it is now a "soft" setting that can be configured from the J1000 control panel. I am hoping that someone can help me understand how to check this setting in the 2011 models so that I can ensure I run the right electrical wiring to the tub.
Thank you for your help.
sorebikr:
TLeo -
I can't help with the jumper settings, but the good news is that your wiring requirements are the same for both a 50 and 60amp circuit. 6awg THHN run in RNM conduit will take care of things for you. Whether you need 3 or 4 wires is up to your tub's specific configuration.
I tried to find a simple table for you, but this one should suffice:
http://www.lappusa.com/14030.16description.htm
Tleo:
Thanks, Sorebikr. The issue is that I already have s 50A breaker and 8G wire running to an existing tub so I am trying to figure out if I need to rewire the whole thing or just use the 50a setting. I am worried that if the previous owner had it set for 60A, it will keep tripping the breaker. I don't know how to check that, though, so hoping someone will be able to educateg me before I go and rewire the while thing.
sorebikr:
--- Quote from: Tleo on August 24, 2011, 11:27:36 am ---Thanks, Sorebikr. The issue is that I already have s 50A breaker and 8G wire running to an existing tub so I am trying to figure out if I need to rewire the whole thing or just use the 50a setting. I am worried that if the previous owner had it set for 60A, it will keep tripping the breaker. I don't know how to check that, though, so hoping someone will be able to educateg me before I go and rewire the while thing.
--- End quote ---
The bad news for you is that if you want this done right, and up to code, you need to rewire it regardless. Your wire is currently undersized. A 50 amp circuit requires 6awg wiring.
Jacuzzi Jim:
The spa will accept 50 or 60 amp with out changing anything, I would recommend 60 amp.
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