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Cleaning the Spa Shell
Remember the oils, dirt, and cleaning chemicals that needed to be removed from the
plumbing of the spa? Those same residues need to be cleaned from the surface of the spa’s
acrylic or plastic shell. Spray the Shell & Liner Cleaner generously on the acrylic or plastic
and wipe off with a soft cloth. Clean the spa shell at least two times a year.
Cover Maintenance
The cover that comes with the spa is designed to withstand the elements if properly cared
for. The spa cover should be cleaned three to four times a year. The first step in cleaning the
spa cover is to spray it down with a hose. Next, spray Spa Cover Cleaner generously across
the spa cover and wipe dry with a soft cloth.
While the spa cover is very sturdy, it is not meant to withstand excessive weight. Never stand
on the cover. Remove snow or other items that accumulate on the cover promptly to avoid
causing it to misshape or otherwise become damaged.
Panel Maintenance
The standard synthetic panels installed on most spas are weather resistant and non-porous.
They are virtually maintenance free, only requiring the occasional rub-down with a wet cloth.
Although less common, the spa also may come with stained real mahogany wood paneling.
Real wood panels should be stained once a year to prevent rotting or other damage.
Preparing for Cold Weather
There are two options when preparing for a winter with freezing conditions:
maintain it or drain it.
Maintain It
- Maintaining the spa in the winter months is much the same as maintaining the
spa the rest of the year. The only major addition is that the spa and GFCI needs to be
