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FILTER MAINTENANCE
The spa filter is one of the most important maintenance items of
a hot tub. The filter is there to remove debris from the water and
needs to be cleaned on a regular basis. Failure to do so may
result in poor performance, poor water clarity and could prevent
the spa from heating. Filtration starts as soon as flow is steady
through the filter. As the filter cartridge removes the debris from
the spa water, the accumulated debris causes flow resistance.
CLEANING AND REPLACING FILTER CARTRIDGE
Your spa filter has been designed for quick and easy mainte-
nance. The filter cartridge should be
rinsed by hose once a week and
cleaned with a cartridge cleaner once
a month. A second filter cartridge is
recommended and will speed up this
process. This can be purchased from
your local dealer.
TOP LOAD FILTERS
Turn power OFF at the breaker.
Loosen air relief valve, then remove retainer ring.
Pull filter lid straight up to remove.
Do not twist or pull the filter lid up on an angle. This could
cause damage to the filter canister, especially in freezing con-
ditions.
Remove filter cartridge and clean with a garden hose and a
high-pressure nozzle. Periodically you may need to soak your
filter in a “cartridge filter cleaner” to remove excess minerals
and/or oils.
Rinse filter thoroughly before installing. Clean o-ring on filter
lid and apply a light film of silicone lubricant to the o-ring. Do
not use a petroleum-based lubricant as it could damage the o
-ring. Consult your dealer to purchase suitable lubricant.
Place clean Cartridge in filter canister.
Replace filter lid and re-tighten retaining ring (finger tight only)
NOTE:
Make sure the o-ring is on the air relief valve, and is
finger tight prior to starting the pump. This o-ring should periodi-
cally be lubricated with a silicone lubricant.
There is a 3/8” clear line coming from the filter area and this
goes to the bottom corner of the spa. This drains all the water
from around the filter canister.
This is a good time to check the skimmer basket. Bring skim-
mer door (weir) forward and unscrew basket. Clean out debris
and reinstall.
Look for these specialized cleaning attachments at your
local dealership.
WATER QUALITY MAINTENANCE
Maintaining the quality of the water within the specified limits will
serve to enhance your enjoyment and prolong the life of the hot
tub’s equipment. It is a fairly simple task, but it requires regular
attention because the water chemistry involved is a balance of
several factors. There is no simple formula, and there is no
avoiding it. An indifferent approach to water maintenance will
result in poor and potentially harmful conditions for soaking and
even damage to your hot tub investment. The most important
thing to keep in mind is that
preventing
poor water chemistry is
much easier than
correcting
poor water chemistry. For specific
guidance on maintaining water quality, consult your Authorized
Dealer who can recommend appropriate chemical products for
sanitizing and maintaining your hot tub.
MAINTAIN HEALTHY SPA WATER
Important!
When maintaining your hot tub’s water chemistry,
ensure that your cover is removed during any aggressive treat-
ments to allow for dissipation into the air. Take care to remove
the cover slowly and let chemicals deplete if you are uncertain if
your water is properly balanced.
Always maintain your hot tub’s
water chemistry within the following parameters:
pH:
pH is a measure of relative acidity or alkalinity of water
and is measured on a scale of 0 to 14. The midpoint of 7 is said
to be neutral, above which is alkaline and below which is acidic.
In hot tub water, it is very important to maintain a slightly alkaline
condition of 7.2 to 7.8. Problems become proportionately severe
the further outside of this range the water
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