Author: lancef1
Independent Scepter Install & Review
Using The Scepter ACE salt cell replacement
It’s All About The Salt
Most problems with the ACE system are related to salt levels. It won’t work if the salt is too low or too high.
The Plug & Don’t Put Cell In Filter Tube
The Scepter Ace replacement cell is designed to work outside of the filter. Why? because it works better and does not violate Watkins patent. Use the provided plug to fill the hole on the filter cap. Pictures here:
Pass Through Fitting
As of July 6, 2021 we are including the fitting that screws into the pass through plug in the filter compartment. This is due to a growing number of customers having problems with leaky fittings. This change does not affect Amazon stock until it is cycled through. If you are an Amazon customer and need […]
Software Update Caution
For ACE equipped tubs software version 4 is for the Freshwater System and will likely cause problems with ACE operation. Make sure version 3 is loaded when using the ACE SYSTEM.
Customer ACE© replacement salt cell video
Yes, you can replace the cell on your Hot Spring ACE© system and save hundreds.
Hot Springs ACE® Cell gets destroyed by hammer
Many are frustrated by the performance and price of their Ace salt cells. Take out your frustrations here. #acereplacementcell ACE® is a registered trademark of Watkins Manufacturing Corp., makers of Hot Spring® spas. Pool Spa Efficiency LLC is not affiliated or endorsed by Watkins in any way.
Customer Report
Got a call from a customer that purchased his cell July 2017 saying his system wasn’t working. He said his salt level was good but after asking him some questions, I recommended he add about 3 cups of salt. Here is his response: Thanks Lance, you really are The Hot Tub Wizard. I added 3 […]
My System Isn’t Working With New Cell
Sometimes we get emails and calls about a new replacement cell not working. This can be caused because your old cell was telling you your salt was low so you added more but actually put too much in so the new cell is causing system to shut down. The simple solution is to drain and […]
