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Spa Care and Maintenance
water) and place the other along the side of the cover, just above the skirt. Gently push (do not lift) with both hands towards the opposite
rear corner of the cover (diagonally). As the cover opens, the gas springs will allow the cover to come to a gentle stop.
B.
For the UpRite
®
or GlideRite
®
retractable cover system:
Simply lift the cover at its center hinge, allowing it to move to the back of the
spa and to rest gently there.
NOTE:
When opening a cover with a retractable cover system, only use one of these two specific methods. Do not attempt to open the cover
in any other way. Damage caused by improper opening or closing of the cover is not covered under the terms of the limited warranty.
How to Close the Cover
1. Standing along side the cover, place one hand on the upper corner of the cover and gently push forward in the direction of the spa. The cover
will rotate forward to cover half of the spa.
NOTE:
For the UpRite
®
or GlideRite
®
retractable cover systems, disengage the locking mechanism(s) before pushing the cover forward.
2. Unfold the cover by lifting the handle located on the top (front) half of the cover. Allow the unfolded half to fall down onto the spa. The air
pressure created by the cover falling will keep the vinyl skirting from being trapped between the cover and the spa shell.
3. Secure the cover lock straps to the spa and lock them.
Important reminders:
•
DO
always practice safety around your spa.
•
DO
unlock and release all cover locks before attempting to open cover.
•
DO
lock the cover when the spa is not in use.
•
DO
cover the spa with the vinyl cover when the spa is not in use, whether it is empty or full.
•
DO
remove snow build-up to prevent cover damage.
•
DO
keep the cover open during super-chlorination or shock treatment of the spa water.
•
DO NOT
walk, stand, climb, or sit on the vinyl cover or retractable cover system.
•
DO NOT
lift the cover or operate the retractable cover system by using the cover locks. They are not designed to be used as handles.
•
DO NOT
use any chemicals or cleaners except those recommended by Watkins Manufacturing Corporation, or its Authorized Sales and
Service Dealer.
•
DO NOT
use hard, sharp, or metal objects, such as a car windshield scraper, to remove ice. Such objects can cut, mar, or puncture the
vinyl surfaces.
WARNING:
Keep unsupervised children away from the cover. Always lock the cover in place after use! Keep hands away from the hinging points.
Do not allow anyone to climb, sit, or stand on the cover when in the open position. Injury may occur, as well as damage to the cover and
mechanism.
VACATION CARE INSTRUCTIONS
If you plan to be away from home, follow these instructions to ensure that the water quality of your spa is maintained:
SHORT TIME PERIODS (3-5 DAYS):
1. Adjust the pH by following the instructions outlined in the Water Quality and Maintenance section.
2. Sanitize the water by following the shock procedures also listed in the Water Quality section.
3. Lock your cover in place using the coverlocks.
4. Upon your return, sanitize the water by following the shock procedures, and balance the pH.
LONG TIME PERIODS (5-14 DAYS):
Prior to leaving:
1.
At least one day before you leave, set the temperature to its lowest level. This setting should represent an approximate water temperature of 80°F.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Spa water oxidizers such as sodium dichlor (chlorine) maintain their level of effectiveness substantially longer in warm
water (80°F) than in hot water (101°F to 104°F).
2. Adjust the pH as required. Sanitize the water by following the shock procedures.
Upon your return:
3. Sanitize the water by following the shock procedures. Return the set temperature to its original setting. The spa water will be safe for you to
use once the Free Available Chlorine residual level has dropped below 5.0 ppm.
NOTE:
If you will not be using your spa for an extended period of time (in excess of 14 days) and an outside maintenance service (or neighbor)
is not available to assist with the water maintenance, draining or winterizing of the spa is recommended. Spas equipped with our FreshWater
®
III ozone system can extend this to 4 weeks. The FreshWater
®
III ozone system does not guard against possible freezing damage, however.
