Water Level/Drain
The water level in the spa must be maintained at its
normal level, which is approximately 6" from the top of the
rim. Evaporation and splashing will cause the water level
to drop.
When concentrations of impurities from evaporation,
water quality chemicals, body oils, perfumes, dirty feet, and
winds, etc., accumulate in the spa and cannot be filtered
out, it is necessary to drain your spa and refill it with fresh
water. This should be done every 2 months or more often
depending on the amount of use.
To drain the spa, turn all controls to OFF, then turn off
circuit breakers at the main electrical panel. Connect a
garden hose to the hose bibb in the suction plumbing. Turn
the handle and drain the spa.
After draining the spa, clean the spa shell, suction
covers, skimmer, and filter, then close the hose bibb and
refill the spa with fresh water. Check the pH level and
maintain water quality.
Filter Maintenance
The filter should be checked periodically. In normal use,
check the filter at least once a month. Keep the filter clean;
an obstructed filter reduces water quality and inhibits proper
system performance.
A removable filter cartridge is located inside the skim-
mer. To remove it, pull open the skimmer door by the
handle located in the middle of the door. Slide the basket
out, then pull the filter cartridge upward and out of the
housing by the loop at the top of the filter. Clean the filter
by separating the folds of the filter and spraying with fresh
water from a garden hose. Then reinstall the cartridge in the
housing and replace the basket, reversing the above pro-
cedure.
Oils will coat the filter, resulting in a reduced flow. To
remove such materials, soak the cartridge in a plastic pail
containing a commercial filter cleaning solution (available
from your Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath dealer or most pool
supply stores). Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
use. Another method is to soak the filter cartridge in a
plastic pail containing a mild solution of trisodium phos-
phate (TSP) and water. An hour of soaking time is usually
required to break down oil coatings from the cartridge. Use
a stronger solution of TSP and water to remove algae. Most
hardware or paint stores stock TSP. Use the same method
of cleaning when the cartridge becomes plugged with clay
or vegetation.
Suction Strainer Maintenance
There are two suction strainers on your spa. One is
located in the foot well area of the spa; the other is located
under the skimmer cover, and can be pulled off easily for
access to the suction strainer. The strainers should be
checked at least once a week for collected debris, such as
leaves, hair, etc., and cleaned as necessary. Remove the
center screw with a Phillips type screwdriver and clean the
cover by flushing with water from a hose.
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NORMAL WATER LEVEL
CAUTION: Be sure to replace the suction cover imme-
diately after cleaning. It is a safety device and must be
in place over the suction fitting to minimize potential
hazard of hair and body entrapment.
If heavy rains raise the spa water level, drain the spa to
its normal level.
An optional rigid spa cover, when in place over the spa,
will help reduce evaporation and control the amount of
debris entering the spa when the spa is not occupied. In
addition, its use will reduce energy consumption.
WARNING: Be sure to replace the suction strainer
immediately after cleaning. It is a safety device and
must be in place over the suction fitting at all times.
SPA SKIMMER
MAINTENANCE
WATER LEVEL
MARKER
SKIMMER BASKET
WEIR
DOOR
FILTER CARTRIDGE
NYLON
ROPE LOOP
