I agree. Everyone has their own risk level. My position with jetted tubs is to fill them to just above the jets and verify that the pump moves water. I operate them in the same way that an unsuspecting client might operate them.
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Well, I have delineated my operation. Second floor tubs get the push button test, 1st floor slab houses with tubs get the whole tomato.
My 3rd inspection for money I overfilled the 2nd story tub because I was new and distracted. I now set an alarm on my phone for 3 minute intervals in case I walk away while the tub is filling. I know that has nothing to do with jets, but it has made me wary because I know the trouble she brings.
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I agree, Ryan. Others can do what they want.
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This is a great job for the early-arriving client. Start the water and have them stand and watch it until the jets are covered. If you have 2 jet tubs or a whirlpool you can keep them occupied for quite a while!
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Unless THEY get distracted. Then… 
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Off topic, but I like to have them open and close windows and doors and bring problems to my attention.
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I gave you ONE JOB!
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Doesn’t matter to me what type of pipes are connected to the motor.
Unless it’s a MRP or plastic casing there will be a small copper clip on it for a bond wire connection.
Same theory as a pool motor/pump.
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THAT’s the way to do it, Marc, IMHO!
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Good stuff, Thanks!
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I have actually found one or two that either didn’t make noise or made noise they shouldn’t make.
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Good points Martin, but aren’t tub drains inaccessible?
I must say I’m surprised at the number of people that do not fill and operate Jet Tubs, or as they are referred to hydro massage tubs.
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They are but they are not under mechanical pressure.
I’m curious since operating a jetted tub is outside of the SOP, do those of you that do this also run a full cycle with the dishwasher and cloths washer?
I start a normal cycle on the dishwasher and cancel/drain it after a few minutes. I don’t test the clothes washer as it is not a “built-in” appliance.
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I don’t really care about the washer itself, most of the time they go with the seller. But I do run the washer to check the plumbing.
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Not a bad idea I suppose. I’ll have to consider starting to do this.
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Same here, unless it’s full of clothes (more common than you think).
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Yep super common to have it jammed full of clothes. I do the same if there are clothes.
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