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Caring for the spa in cold weather
Your spa is well insulated to make it economical to operate even in the coldest climate. As long as it is filled with water and power is
supplied, the spa will function in January just as it did in July. Keeping your spa fully operational at all times is the best way to protect
it from damage that can occur during cold weather. The manufacturer does not recommend draining your spa and disconnecting the
power supply in the winter. If you choose to shut your spa down for winter because you live in an extremely cold climate or an area
where power outages are common and the spa is subjected to freezing temperatures, you are encouraged to hire a professional to
winterize your spa safely. ALL of the water must be removed from the filter housing, pumps, heater, jets and plumbing lines. Simply
draining the water as you would for normal maintenance will not provide adequate protection from freezing. Damage that occurs if the
spa freezes is not covered under the warranty.
Step by Step Instructions to Safely Winterize your Spa
1. Unplug the spa from the electrical outlet. 115V SPA: Unplug from the electrical outlet. 240V SPAS: Turn the GFCI off.
2. Follow the instructions on page 21 to drain all of the water from the spa being careful to properly dispose of the water.
3. When the spa is empty, drain the water from the heater, each pump by loosening the plumbing unions on both sides.
4. Remove the filter cover, basket and filter from the spa. With the wet dry vacuum set to blow, not vacuum, put the hose inside the
filter canister and blow all of the water out of the filter canister. DO NOT REINSTALL WET FILTER!
5. Place the hose over each suction fitting for 30 seconds to blow out water in the suction lines.
6. Open all of the jets. Moving in a clockwise direction and starting at the top of each seat working down, blow each jet until all of
the water is removed. Repeat this process at least twice, moving all the way around the spa from the top to the bottom of each
seat until all of the water is removed.
7. Vacuum all standing water in the seats, foot well, and inside the spa cabinet.
8. Clean the surface thoroughly with a soft cloth and wipe down until completely dry,
9. Replace the drain cap, close the drain, and tighten the plumbing unions on both sides of each component.
10. Allow the cabinet to air dry before replacing the cabinet panel.
11. Replace and lock the cover, securing it in place. Cover the spa to protect it from harsh weather and debris.
* The manufacturer does not recommend using antifreeze which may damage your spa. Even with thorough flushing, residual antifreeze may
irritate skin and eyes and make water chemistry difficult to balance when the spa is refilled.
** When the spa is empty, o-rings and seals dry out. When the spa is refilled, inspect plumbing unions for leaks. Re seat and/or replace damaged
seals.
System Failure During Freezing Temperatures
If you experience system failure and the spa is exposed to freezing temperatures, your spa may function normally after you manually
turn the GFCI “off” for 30 minutes before turning it back on again. If that fails, call your local dealer. If the system failure occurs after
normal business hours and your pumps will not circulate the water, you should place a low wattage space heater inside the cabinet near
the spa equipment to help prevent freezing. To avoid the risk of fire or injury, do not leave the spa unattended when the heater is inside
the cabinet. If you leave home, turn the heater off.
Caring for Your Spa
