Shipped with 2" tailpieces, split nuts, and gaskets
Pressure switch not included
This heater is designed for use in spas and hot tubs with Balboa controls. It is a 5.0 kW heater, which means it can heat up to 500 gallons of water by 40 degrees Fahrenheit. The heater is made of stainless steel and has a flow-through design, which means that the water flows through the heater element directly. This helps to ensure that the water is heated evenly. The heater also has an Incoloy coated heater element, which is more resistant to corrosion than other types of heater elements.
The 26-0800-5S-K heater is a good choice for spas and hot tubs that need a reliable and efficient heater. It is also a relatively affordable option.
Here are some additional tips for choosing a hot tub heater:
The size of the heater should be based on the size of the spa or hot tub. A rule of thumb is to get a heater that is rated for 1.5 kW per 100 gallons of water.
The voltage of the heater should match the voltage of the spa or hot tub.
The heater should be made of a durable material, such as stainless steel.
The heater should have a flow-through design to ensure that the water is heated evenly.
The heater should have an Incoloy coated heater element to resist corrosion. Replaces: 72651 , 9920-100338 , B24040LA5 , B24055SD , C2400-0800 , C2400-0800-2 , C2400-0800ET-G , C2400-0800ET-S2 , C2400-0802A , C2400-C2695-1 , C2400-C3464-1 , 20-00242 , 20-00280 , 20-00284 , 20-00285 , 20-00294 , 26-0800-5T-K , 530AA0078 , 530AA0095
The number 26-0800-5S-K identifies a specific flow-through spa heater assembly manufactured by HydroQuip as a replacement part for Gecko S-Class control systems.
This is a 4.0kW, 230V, 15-inch stainless steel heater designed to be a direct replacement for the original heaters used in many spas.
Here is a list of spa manufacturers that have used the Gecko S-Class systems, and therefore this compatible heater assembly, in certain models:
Caldera Spas
Nordic Hot Tubs
Gecko (used in their own branded control packs)
Dimensions One Spas (specific @Home models)
LA Spas (used in older models, this heater replaces the original EL-63007M)
Gatsby Spas
Maax Spas / Coleman Spas
Cal Spas
The compatibility of this heater depends specifically on the spa's control system (the main circuit board/spa pack), which must be a Gecko S-Class model. This heater assembly typically includes the housing, element, tailpieces, and gaskets, but generally does not include the pressure switch or pigtail cables, which often need to be transferred from the old unit or purchased separately
