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Upper control or topside panels often need replacing, fundamentally they are all the same, below we have produced a step by step guide for carrying out the work, please note hot tubs do differ and subtle changes in the configurations may change the work steps shown.

These instructions are for informational purposes only. Poolandspacentre.co.uk does not guarantee that following these instructions will resolve your specific spa condition, nor does poolandspacentre accept liability for work performed by anyone attempting the repair or part replacement.

1 . Turn off power at the RCD before beginning this repair procedure as water and electricity never mix.

break seal 2. Slide a plastic spatula around the perimeter of the panel to
break the silicone mounting seal.

3. If the panel does not lift easily after using the spatula, try
lifting in several places with large flathead screwdriver.
A towel between the shell and screwdriver will help prevent
dents and scratches.
Be careful not to scratch the hot tub shell.		 lift panel
lift panel 4. Lift the panel from its installation area
5. With the power turned off at the RCD, locate and unplug the
Upper Control connector from the PC Board.
The location of the connector may vary from spa to spa.
Note the position for refitment.		 unplug from pcb
check new topside prior to fitment
6. Plug in the new topside panel and carefully turn on the power
again. The spa should begin its start-up cycle.
Check the topside prior to fitment, if all buttons works OK,
turn off the power again and unplug the new unit.
7. Feed the cable from the currently installed upper control
up through the spa and remove the old panel. 		remove old panel
Clean topside panel housing 8. Using your spatula again, remove the old silicone around
the panel trough. This installation area needs to be clean
for the new panel to seal and prevent dripping into
the lower control area. take your time on this it is
well worth the effort.
9. Feed the new connector through the installation hole.
(Some controls have a protective cap over the connector).
Put it back on now so the connector is not damaged as it travels
through the channel.		 feed new conecttor through hole

10. If the connector does not easily slide through the hole,
feed a bent hanger up from the bottom.


11. And hook the connector from above, slowly pulling it through.
remove liner from new panel
.
12.Remove the paper liner from the back of the new Upper Control Panel. (If applicable)
13. Apply a large bead of silicone, (about 3/8” diameter),
completely around the new panel. Standard B&Q sealant will not stand
the chemical test of time, to buy the correct sealant click here		 apply silicone to new panel
press into place 14. Press the new panel in place and re-connect
the cable to the PC Board.

15. Press the panel firmly in place to create a new seal.
Wipe any excess silicone away with a clean cloth.
You may wish to put another seal of silicote around to
make it completely watertight. 		press firmly into place
you're done
16. Turn the power on at the RCD and be sure
the start-up cycle begins again. Replace all panels.

17.Place a short 2 x 4” piece of wood between the spa cover and shell near the newly installed Upper Control Panel. Leave it there for about 24 hours. This will allow the silicone seal to cure quicker without losing too much heat from your spa.

Any further questions, please ring us on 0844 800 3290.