Replacing Your M-Drive Upper Control Panel

Turn off power at the GFCI before beginning this repair procedure. You will also need to remove the front equipment door so you can see the box which houses the circuit board.

 

Step 1: This is what an M-Drive Upper Control Panel looks like.

 

Step 2: Most of the silicone holding the panel down is under the left side. (See Step 3 before proceeding). Using a flat head screwdriver slide the end under the M-Drive panel in several different locations, lifting up each time. If you push the screwdriver down, you will put indentations in your spa shell, or maybe even crack it. Remember to always lift up on the screwdriver during this step. When it feels like the left-hand side is beginning to loosen, use your screwdriver to pry the rest of the panel. Be patient, this can take a few minutes.

 

Step 3: When you have broken the adhesive seal, separate the M-Drive Panel from the spa shell.

 

Step 4: Follow the cord from the M-Drive Panel and find where it plugs onto the printed circuit board. Remember where it is, and how it is plugged in.
Now, unplug it. Feed the end of the cord and connector out of the equipment box.

 

Step 5: Tie a piece of 4’ sturdy string just below the connector.

 

Step 6: From the top of the spa, begin to pull on the cord, and then the string; to remove the cord and connector.

 

Step 7: Remove as much silicone from the spa shell as possible.

 

Step 8: Using your new M-Drive Panel assembly, plug the connector directly onto the circuit board. Turn on the GFCI so the spa will start-up. It is safe to hold the panel in your hand as you test the buttons to insure your new M-Drive works properly.

 

Step 9: When you’re satisfied your new panel operates correctly, turn off power at the GFCI and unplug the connector from the circuit board. Untie your string from the old panel, and then tie the string just below the connector on your new panel.

 

Step 10: Carefully pull on the string and feed the cord and connector through the spa body. Replace the connector back to its original position and plug it onto the circuit board.

 

Step 11: Remove the paper liner as shown.

 

Step 12: Using your old M-Drive Panel as an example, apply LOTS of silicone in the same places. Apply a liberal amount around the cord area.

 

Step 13: Carefully position your new M-Drive Panel and press into place. Remove any excess silicone to make the spa look like new. The silicone takes 48 to 72 hours to cure. Using a few tennis balls, or a short piece of 2 x 4, prop up the cover near the M-Drive Panel to help the curing process.

 

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