How Do You Replace Your Circuit Board Easily
                     How Do You Replace Your Circuit Board Easily?
Most modern spas are equipped with circuit boards present inside the equipment area. 
They are commonly known as the spa packs. The spa pack works like the brain of your 
spa. If you are looking to replace the circuit board, you should ensure that you replace 
it with right one.
Many circuit boards look the same; but they may be different. Take a look at important 
tips that will make sure that your new circuit board will work perfectly with the existing 
system.
Balboa GS501 Ciruit Board
Note – Many circuit boards look alike; but may not work in your spa. 
Therefore, you shouldn’t order a replacement circuit board as per the 
appearance. To identify a circuit board, you should check the part number 
and the chip number.
Do you really want to replace your 
circuit board? 
If you want to know whether you 
should replace your circuit board, it 
depends on what’s exactly wrong with 
your spa. Different possibilities may 
exist that causes malfunctioning of the 
system. Hence, you should identify the 
right problem so that you don’t need to 
waste money for parts replacement 
that doesn’t need to be replaced. If 
you want to get started, please 
remove the cover of the spa pack.
How do you troubleshoot your circuit board? 
•Your circuit board may not work; if the important equipment like the pump, 
blower, heater, etc, doesn’t receive power.
•Check the voltage on the circuit board that will let you know the place where 
you lose power.
•Want to look at the board on your own? Please check for the melted 
components or burn marks, if there’s any.
•If you’re not sure about the issues with your circuit board, you should seek 
professional help from a spa technician.
Replacing Balboa Circuit 
Boards –
There are so many companies 
available that manufacture and 
supply hot tub circuit boards and 
each type may display the 
replacement information you 
require in a slightly different way. 
Out of all types, Balboa circuit 
boards are commonly used 
systems in the most spa packs. 
Most spa manufacturers have 
been using the Balboa spa packs 
over the years. When it comes to 
replacing Balboa circuit boards, 
you should know the chip 
number. Go through the below 
details and know how to find the 
chip number easily.
•Generally, a chip number is alphanumeric which you’ll find on the white label 
present on the black chip on the board.
•Remember, the chip number ends in a revision number like “R1A”, “R1B”, 
etc.
•However, the chip number defines the software used between the circuit 
board and topside control. This number will make sure that the topside 
control and circuit board work together.
Still have questions regarding the replacement or installation of Balboa circuit 
boards? If yes, then you shouldn’t hesitate to contact 
Northern Lights Cedar Tubs Direct as soon as possible at +1-800-759-8990.
Contact Us
Address:
Cedar Tubs Direct
305 Mckay Ave. Unit #20
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, R2G 0N5
Ph: 800 759 8990
Website:  https://www.cedartubsdirect.com/