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How do I bleed the air out of my hot tub line?

Author

Ava Wright

Updated on February 27, 2026

Use a flat head screwdriver to turn the bleed valve (on the base of the pump) counter-clockwise. Keep the valve open until water trickles from the pump. Turn the bleed valve clockwise to tighten once the water trickles.Click to see full answer. Herein, how do you burp a hot tub? ‘Burp’ Your Hot Tub Open all the jets to ensure that the trapped air has a smooth and uninterrupted way out of the hot tub. Turn off the hot tub heater at the main panel or circuit breaker. Turn the jets on for 10-15 seconds then turn them off quickly. Turn the jets on for 20-30 seconds then turn them off quickly. Likewise, how do I reset my hot tub control panel? You can reset a hot tub control panel by switching it off, waiting for between 10 and 20 seconds and then switching it back on again. If the error signal continues on the control panel then you will need to consult your hot tub manual to see what the problem is. Accordingly, what is priming mode on a hot tub? The purpose of the priming mode is to manually activate each spa pump prior to the automatic heat cycle being started. Typically cycling each pump a few times will prime or purge any air from that pumps plumbing.Why is my hot tub gurgling?Gurgling, humming or grinding noises on a spa circulation pump are good indicators of a problem. It could be Air, Scale or a Clogged Impeller. Maybe a dirty spa filter. Be sure to cut off power first, and close valves on each side of the pump.