34 Aquatic
Serenity Owner's Manual & Installation Guide
WATER QUALITY
Iron -
Iron is found in many natural waters especially from wells. Iron in water can also result from the corrosion of
piping in the water supply system, such as cast iron mains or galvanized steel service lines, or galvanized piping in
the home water system. High iron levels may result in the formation of brown stains in the vicinity of the faucet outlets
of various fixtures in the home. With air bathtubs, the staining may be particularly pronounced because the aeration
action can oxidize iron to a form that settles out on the inside of the tubs, especially noticeable with white tubs. If
high iron in the water is present, you can also notice rust colored deposits inside your toilet tank or dishwasher. If this
occurs, you need to contact the water supplier to determine the iron content and/or corrosion potential of the water
and follow their suggestions for treatment. If you are on an individual well you need to contact the water treatment
company to test your water and suggest solutions if a problem is present.
Manganese -
Manganese is found in many natural waters especially from wells. High manganese levels may result
in the formation of small black particles that can stain laundry, especially noticeable with whites such as sheets or
towels. With air bathtubs, the formation of small black particles may be particularly pronounced because the aeration
action in the tub can oxidize manganese to an insoluble form that is especially noticeable with white tubs. If high
manganese in the water is present, you may also notice black stains on white laundry. If this occurs, you need to
contact the water supplier to determine the manganese content of the water and follow their suggestions for treatment.
If you are on an individual well, you need to contact a water treatment company to test your water and suggest
solutions if a problem is present.
3.
Treatment
If you have contacted your water supplier and followed their instructions and you are still having problems, you need
to increase the frequency of applications of low-foaming detergent/bleach starting from monthly purging down to
using it every other day as required to eliminate your particular problem. The use of certain bath oils, bubble bath
soaps and bath additives may increase the level of accumulations of bath residue in the air system. More frequent
cleaning may be necessary if these products are used in the air tub. If excess accumulations persist, you should
discontinue the use of these products. If you have followed the monthly purging instructions and still have an excess
accumulation of bath residue and desire an alternative cleaning mechanism, we recommend
SUPER SYSTEMS
CLEAN PLUS
(Aquatic Part #ST1010) manufactured by Stearns Packaging Corporation to rectify this condition.
This may be obtained by contacting Aquatic at (800) 945-2726. It is recommended that you follow the instructions
provided by the manufacturer with the product. Repeated use may be necessary.
SUPER SYSTEMS CLEAN PLUS
does
not replace the necessity to purge your air system at least once a month with a low foaming detergent and bleach.
