Balboa VS100 Spa Circuit Board — 56297-02 — Single-Pump 120V/240V Control System

📥 Downloads & Resources

📄 Balboa VS100 tech sheet (PDF) — the system this board runs

🔌 Balboa VS100 Spa Circuit Board — 56297-02 — Single-Pump 120V/240V Control System

Professional-grade replacement board for reliable VS100 single-pump spa control and performance.

⚠️ IMPORTANT — DISCONTINUED PRODUCT

This board (56297-02) has been discontinued by Balboa Water Group. The current in-stock replacement is the Genuine Balboa VS100 / RS101 — G1110 (available here).

The G1110 is a direct functional replacement using the same VS100C PCB (PN 24084 Rev B) and is fully compatible with all original VS100 topside panels and system wiring.

If you need the 56297-02 specifically, contact Parts4Tubs — limited legacy stock may be available.

📋 Product Overview

The Balboa VS100 circuit board (Part Number 56297-02) is a genuine Balboa Water Group OEM PCB for the VS100 single-pump spa control system, built on the VS100C PCB platform (PN 24084 Rev B). Designed for compact single-pump hot tubs and portable spas, this board manages a two-speed Pump 1, a 10V spa light, a 120V ozone output, and a flow-through heater — all through a compact 10-position DIP switch configuration.

The VS100 control system accepts 240VAC / 60Hz service while operating the pump and ozone at 120V (between one hot leg and neutral). The heater runs at 240V for a full 4.0kW output. In a 120V GFCI cord configuration, the heater outputs approximately 1.0kW.

Note: This product has been superseded by the Genuine VS100 G1110. The G1110 is the recommended replacement and is currently in stock.

✨ Key Features

✅ Genuine Balboa Water Group OEM PCB — VS100C, PCB PN 24084 Rev B
✅ Two-Speed Pump 1 Control — 120V, high and low speed
✅ 240V Service / 120V Pump & Ozone — unique mixed-voltage architecture
✅ 4.0kW Heater at 240V — (1.0kW at 120V configuration)
✅ Ozone Output — 120V factory-configured, operates with Pump 1 Low (J29)
✅ 10V Spa Light Output
✅ DIP-Switch Configurable — 10-position Switchbank A (A1–A10)
✅ Persistent Memory (J43) — battery-free storage of set temp, filter settings, heat mode
✅ Multiple Topside Panel Options — VL200, VL240, VL260, VL401, VL403
✅ Priming Mode — automatic pump protection on startup
✅ Class A GFCI Compatible
✅ Made in USA — Balboa Instruments, Inc.
✅ 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty

⚙️ Technical Specifications

⚠️ “115V” in the product name refers to the pump and ozone operating voltage (120V/115V leg). The service supply is 240V/60Hz. Do not connect this board to a 120V-only supply without appropriate configuration.

🔗 Compatibility Guide

Compatible Topside Panels:

Panel PN	Panel Name	DIP A3 Setting
55123	VL200 (Mini Panel)	DIP A3 ON
55080	VL240 / MVP240	DIP A3 OFF
55081	VL260 / MVP260	DIP A3 OFF
54665	VL401 (LCD Lite Duplex / Lite Digital)	DIP A3 OFF
54664	VL403 (LED Lite Duplex / Lite Digital)	DIP A3 OFF

⚠️ DIP A3 must be set correctly to match your panel type. A3 ON = Mini Panel (VL200); A3 OFF = all others. ⚠️ Panels with A2 or A3 ON are not compatible with each other — panel button layouts are mutually exclusive.

Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers:

Part Number	Description
56297-02	This board (original MPN)
56298-02	System PN for VS100
56299-01	Base PCBA PN for VS100
G1110	Current Genuine VS100 replacement (recommended)
24084 Rev B	PCB VS100C bare board number
56298-03	VS100 System (220V setup)
54805 / 10-175-4805	VS100 System (220V setup)
56473	VS100 System
54808	VS100 Kit
54825	VS100 System (No GFCI)
56296-03	VS100 System with GFCI
10-175-4821	VS100 System variant
54660-01 / 56439-03	VEL100SB Board / System
56403 / 456404-01	RS101 (Dream Maker Spas)
53946 / 462015	RS100 Circuit Board
53947	RS100 System

Compatible Spa Applications:

Brand / System	Notes
VS100 system spas (general)	✅ Primary application
RS100 system spas	✅ Confirmed replacement
RS101 / Dream Maker / AquaRest Spas	✅ Confirm 110V pump and ozone circuit
Premium Leisure Ultra Spa	✅ Confirmed
GS100-based spas	✅ Compatible

🎛️ Board Functions & Controls

Output Summary:

Output	Voltage	Notes
Pump 1	120V, 2-Speed	Main jet pump; no Pump 2 or blower
Ozone	120V	J29; factory-configured; runs with P1 Low
Spa Light	10V	J20
Heater	4.0kW @ 240V / ~1.0kW @ 120V	Flow-through; M7 sensors

DIP Switchbank A (PDF-CONFIRMED):

Switch	OFF	ON
A1	Test Mode OFF (normal)	Test Mode ON
A2	Button layout: Unused / P1 / Temp / Light	Button layout: P1 / Light / Temp Down / Temp Up
A3	Lite Duplex / Digital Duplex panel	Mini Panel (VL200)
A4	N/A — must remain OFF	must remain OFF
A5	P1 high-speed timeout — see Table 1	P1 high-speed timeout — see Table 1
A6	60Hz (US normal)	50Hz
A7	Std / Ecn / Sleep mode changes allowed	Standard mode only
A8	Fahrenheit	Celsius
A9	P1 low-speed timeout — see Table 1	P1 low-speed timeout — see Table 1
A10	High amp mode (heat runs with P1 high)	Low amp mode (heat OFF with P1 high)

⚠️ A4 and A9 are N/A — must always remain OFF. Do not enable these.

Pump 1 Timeout Table (A5 + A9):

A5	A9	Low-Speed Timeout	High-Speed Timeout
OFF	OFF	2 hours	15 min
ON	OFF	2 hours	30 min
OFF	ON	15 min	15 min
ON	ON	30 min	30 min

Key Jumpers / Connectors:

Connector	Function
J43	Persistent Memory: 2 pins = RESET; 1 pin = Enabled
J29	Ozone output (120V, factory configured)
J23	Pump 1
J9	Heater
J1	Topside control panel
Sensor A / B	Hi-limit and temperature sensor inputs
TB1	Main power terminal block

🛠️ Installation Requirements

⚠️ Installation must be performed by a licensed electrician in compliance with NEC and all applicable local codes.

Pre-Installation Checklist:

• [ ] Confirm your board PN matches 56297-02 or cross-references listed above
• [ ] Note all DIP switch positions on the old board before removal
• [ ] Disconnect all power at the GFCI breaker or disconnect
• [ ] Allow 5 minutes for capacitor discharge after power-off
• [ ] Photograph all wiring connections
• [ ] Confirm your supply voltage (240V or 120V) and configuration
• [ ] If switching to G1110 replacement: verify topside panel compatibility (same)

Electrical Requirements:

Requirement	Specification
Supply Voltage	240VAC / 60Hz
Service Amperage	30A
Max Breaker	40A
GFCI	Class A GFCI — NEC Article 680
Wiring	4-wire: Hot (Black), Hot (Red), Neutral (White), Ground (Green)
Ground & Bonding	Required — NEC Article 680
Dedicated Circuit	Required
Disconnect	Within line of sight, at least 5 ft from spa
Wire Type	Copper conductors ONLY, #6 AWG min., 90°C rated
TB1 Torque	27–30 in. lbs.

Wiring Voltage Configuration:

• Pump 1 and Ozone: 120V (between Line 1/Black and Neutral/White)
• Heater: 240V (between Line 1/Black and Line 2/Red) → 4.0kW output

Persistent Memory Reset (REQUIRED after any DIP change except A1):

1. Power down the spa
2. Place jumper across J43 covering both pins
3. Power up — wait for the ready indicator on the panel
4. Power down again
5. Remove jumper from J43 (or move to 1 pin only)
6. Power up — new DIP settings active

⚠️ Safety Warnings

• ⚠️ ALWAYS disconnect all power before board work
• ⚠️ Licensed electrician installation required; NEC Article 680 compliance mandatory
• ⚠️ Class A GFCI required; grounding and bonding required per NEC Article 680
• ⚠️ 240V service required — 30A / 40A max breaker; 4-wire connection
• ⚠️ Pump and ozone operate at 120V — devices on these outputs must be rated 120V
• ⚠️ Heater operates at 240V — heater must be rated for 240VAC
• ⚠️ DIP A4 must always remain OFF — enabling it causes system damage
• ⚠️ Reset Persistent Memory (J43) after any DIP change or new settings will not activate
• ⚠️ Use copper conductors only — #6 AWG minimum, 90°C rated
• ⚠️ Torque TB1 to 27–30 in. lbs. only — do not over-tighten
• ⚠️ This board is DISCONTINUED — the G1110 is the recommended in-stock replacement

🔍 Power-Up Diagnostics

Display	Meaning
SSID (100 — 59 — 41)	System Software ID, Version 41
“GC”	Heater 3–6kW range — normal at 240V
“CG”	Heater 1–3kW range — normal at 120V
Priming mode	Normal startup

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: This board is discontinued — what should I order instead? A: Order the Genuine Balboa VS100 / RS101 — G1110, available now at Parts4Tubs. It uses the identical VS100C PCB (PN 24084 Rev B), same SSID, same DIP switch configuration, and is fully compatible with all the same topside panels and system wiring.

Q: Why does the title say “115V” if the service is 240V? A: “115V” refers to the pump and ozone operating voltage. The VS100 accepts a standard 240V / 4-wire service, but the pump and ozone connectors are wired to operate at 120V (between one hot leg and neutral). The heater runs at full 240V for 4.0kW output. This mixed-voltage architecture is by design.

Q: Can this board control a second pump or blower? A: No. The VS100 platform supports one pump (Pump 1, 2-speed) only. There is no Pump 2 or blower relay. If your spa requires these, contact Parts4Tubs for an appropriate board recommendation.

Q: What DIP setting selects the Mini Panel (VL200)? A: DIP A3 must be set to ON to use the VL200 Mini Panel. For all other panels (VL240, VL260, VL401, VL403), DIP A3 must be OFF.

Q: After I change DIP switches, my spa isn’t behaving correctly. What do I do? A: Perform a Persistent Memory reset via J43. Any DIP change except A1 requires this reset to take effect. See the Installation section for the full procedure.

✅ Why Choose the Balboa VS100 56297-02

✅ Genuine Balboa Water Group OEM PCB — VS100C, PN 24084 Rev B
✅ Mixed-voltage design — 240V service with 120V pump/ozone + 4.0kW 240V heater
✅ All five Balboa VL-series panels supported — VL200 through VL403
✅ RS100 and RS101 system compatible — broad legacy coverage
✅ Field-configurable via 10-position DIP switchbank
✅ 1-year manufacturer warranty

⚠️ This board is discontinued. For new orders, the G1110 Genuine VS100 is the recommended in-stock replacement.

🤝 Why Buy from Parts4Tubs

✅ Fast US shipping
✅ Expert technical advice from spa specialists
✅ Competitive pricing
✅ Full warranty support
✅ Compatible VL-series topside panels, sensors, and heaters available
✅ Help identifying the correct board — 56297-02 vs G1110 guidance provided

🔌 Summary

The Balboa VS100 circuit board (56297-02, VS100C PCB PN 24084 Rev B) is a single-pump OEM spa control board operating on 240V/60Hz service, with pump and ozone running at 120V and the heater at 4.0kW / 240V. It controls Pump 1 (2-speed, 120V), a 10V spa light, a 120V ozone generator, and a flow-through heater. No Pump 2 or blower is supported. Five Balboa VL-series panels are compatible, with DIP A3 selecting between Mini Panel (ON) and Duplex-style panels (OFF). This product is discontinued — the current in-stock replacement is the Genuine VS100 G1110, which is identical in specifications and fully interchangeable.

Finding and identifying a replacement Hot Tub Circuit Board (PCB)

If you are looking to replace a failed PCB on your Hot Tub’s spa pack, then quite often identifying the part that you need can be the hardest thing.

Firstly, you are looking for a model number on the actual circuit board itself. Having the model or serial of your hot tub is not going to help at this point, you need to find the number on the PCB itself.

Now, with certain brands of PCB, the number of the replacement PCB that you need is not going to match identically the one you are replacing. Why is that I hear you ask?

Well, normally, it is an updated version. This means that it might have updated firmware on the PCB or be a later revision. Normally, this means that the part number would be slightly different. This is usually indicated with a “12345678 -x” at the end of that part number where x indicated a firmware revision.

In some cases, there will be some following letters on the part number of the circuit board, “12345678 -x MAS” this can indicate that the PCB was used for an OEM meaning it was produced for a certain hot tub manufacturer and the letters identify the manufacturer.

This means if you source an original PCB, it will not have the letters, but will in most cases work just fine.

It can be confusing I know!

What if you can’t find a model number?

If you can’t find a model number on the PCB itself, then you need to look for a model number on the spa pack. Normally, there is a sticker on the outside of the spa pack that tells you the current ratings and input voltages etc and this will have a model number.

In general, most spa packs in the USA are manufactured by Balboa, Hydro-Quip, ACC or Gecko. I know I am generalising here, but if you have a spa pack that has the brand of your hot tub on, it will be an OEM so the key is identifying who made the original box.

From there, you can normally find an original PCB that you will be able to switch out.

For example, the Balboa VS (value series) is a very popular spa pack that has been used by multiple hot tub manufacturers under their own brand names. Whatever they have called it, strip it back and it is still a Balboa VS.

Visual Inspection

One of the most important things you can do when you are looking for a replacement is to visually inspect the PCB that you have versus the picture online of the replacement you are considering. They need to look the same even if there are the differences in firmware revisions or OEM part numbers, you should be visually replacing a PCB that looks like the one you have.

Configuring a replacement Hot Tub Circuit Board (PCB)

When you get a new PCB, you are more than likely going to need to configure it. Most PCBs have a number of different modes and setups that the can operate in. For this, you will need to manual or spec sheet to guide you.

For things like DIP switches, most of the time you can copy the settings from your original circuit board. You are looking for things like setting the voltage as a lot of PCBs can be configured to run on both 115V and 230V.

You may need to move jumpers or even wires to configure voltages – the key here is that you read the schematic and don’t expect the PCB to just work out of the box – it usually doesn’t.

Troubleshooting a Hot Tub Circuit Board (PCB)

Here are some common things you will see when you replace a PCB on a hot tub.

You press the buttons on the topside control and they don’t control the right parts (pumps or blower etc) – this is a mode configuration thing and you will either need to change some DIP switches on the PCB or an internal or low level programming mode on the topside control. Check the manual for how to do this.

You turn on the hot tub and it trips the breaker – it is not common for a new PCB to fail out of the box (I have not seen one yet!) However, a common mistake is that the voltage has not been set correctly. If it is set for 115V and then you try and turn it on, the current draw will be a lot more (twice) than expected and the breaker will trip.

To check this, unplug all of your kit – heater, pumps, blower and then turn on the PCB. If it trips with nothing plugged in, usually the voltage is incorrectly set and what is happening is that live current is being sent to the ground – because you have 4 wires into the PCB rather than 3. Current on the ground loop causes the trip. Check the settings to make sure it is configures for 230V.

It might not trip until you physically turn on a pump or a blower. As mentioned, if the pack is set to 115V and your pump is meant for 230V, it will draw twice the current at half the voltage and trip your breaker. Check the manual for info on how to set the voltage.