THe waTkIns waTer MaInTenanCe QuICk reFerenCe GuIDe
Ideal range (ppm)
what Chemicals to use
steps
Min.
Max.
To raise
To lower
1 Total alkalinity
40
120
sodium Hydrogen Carbonate or
sodium Bicarbonate
sodium Bisulfate
2 Calcium Hardness
50
150
Calcium Hardness Increaser
use a mixture of 75%
hard water and 25% soft
water or use a stain and
scale Inhibitor
3 pH
7.2
7.6
sodium Hydrogen Carbonate
sodium Bisulfate
4 sanitizer
see section on Maintaining the sanitizer level
sPa FrOG
®
waTer Care sYsTeM
The SPA FROG Water Care system is comprised of the following products:
The SPA FROG mineral cartridge
•
that introduces minerals into the spa water, inhibiting bacteria growth. When combined with Monarch
®
MPS and MPS Plus,
it oxidizes particulates in the spa water.
The SPA FROG Bromine (BCDMH)
•
is the only recommended sanitizer that will work in conjunction with the SPA FROG mineral cartridge in this system.
Monarch MPS Plus Non-Chlorine Shock (MPS/Monopersulfate)
•
is an oxidizing chemical used to prevent the buildup of contaminants, maximize sanitizer
efficiency, and improve water clarity.
Monarch Corona Discharge (CD) Ozone Generator
•
(optional on select spas)
-
The Monarch high output ozone system is the only ozone purification system
approved for installation in your Caldera
®
Spa. The Monarch ozone system utilizes CD technology to produce a higher concentration of ozone than is produced
by competing chip style CD or ultraviolet light ozone systems.
NOTE
:
Refer to your SPA FROG owner’s manual for start-up and operation instructions. The owner’s manual is included with the SPA FROG starter kit.
It is important to follow the recommended application and maintenance programs outlined for each product’s use. If the spa is being used over an extended period of
time, such as a whole afternoon or evening, additional sanitizer will be needed.
A weekly
“shock treatment” is required
. The shock treatment quickly destroys any remaining contaminants while revitalizing the bromine in the water.
To weekly “shock treat” your spa, we recommend that you use either Monarch MPS Plus (sodium dichlor may also be used). Sodium dichlor may be a more appropriate
weekly shock for those users that experience heavy bather load conditions.
IMPORTANT NOTE
: Monarch MPS Plus is an oxidizer, not a sanitizer.
sPa FrOG CarTrIDGe rePlaCeMenT InsTruCTIOns
The SPA FROG bromine cartridge should be replaced every 2-4 weeks, depending on User Load. The SPA FROG mineral cartridge should be replaced every 4 months.
When replacing the mineral cartridge, it is highly recommended that the spa be drained and refilled at the same time. After refilling the spa with water, balance the Total
Alkalinity (TA), Calcium Hardness (CH) and pH to the recommended levels. Shock the spa by adding Monarch MPS+ non-chlorine shock.
To replace SPA FROG cartridges, follow these steps:
Turn off power to the spa.
1.
Unscrew SPA FROG cap on top edge of spa.
2.
Turn handle counter-clockwise.
3.
Lift cartridge holder up and out of spa.
4.
Turn top cap of mineral cartridge to setting #6. (The mineral cartridge should last 4 months.) Turn top cap of bromine cartridge to setting #7.
5.
NOTE
: Adjust bromine cartridge setting down by one setting each day until a residual of 1.0 - 2.0 ppm level of bromine is established. (The bromine cartridge
should last 2 - 4 weeks.)
Snap bromine cartridge in at bottom of holder and mineral cartridge on top.
6.
NOTE
: It is important that the bromine cartridge is on bottom; otherwise, the bromine cartridge could be dispensed prematurely.
Reinstall cartridge holder into spa, push down, and twist clockwise.
7.
Replace SPA FROG cap.
8.
Reconnect power to the spa.
9.
WARNING
: High sanitizer levels can cause discomfort to the user’s eyes, lungs and skin. Always allow the sanitizer level to fall to the recommended range before using
the spa.
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