Filter Maintenance
The filters should be checked periodically. In normal
use, check the filters at least once a month. Keep the filters
clean; obstructed filters reduce water quality and inhibit
proper system performance.
A removable filter cartridge is located inside each 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 filters, resulting in a reduced flow. To
remove such materials, soak the cartridges in a plastic pail
containing a commercial filter cleaning solution (available
from most pool supply stores). Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for use. Another method is to soak the filter
cartridges in a plastic pail containing a mild solution of
tri-sodium phosphate (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 cartridges become
clogged with clay or vegetation.
Replacement cartridges (P/N 6199000) are available
through your dealer.
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Water Level/Drain
The water level in the spa must be maintained at its
normal level. 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
strainers, skimmers, and filters; then close the hose bibb
and refill the spa with fresh water. Check the pH level and
maintain water quality.
occupied. In addition, its use will reduce energy con-
sumption.
Skimmer Basket Maintenance
The basket located in each skimmer of the spa should be
checked at least once a week for collection of debris, such
as leaves, hair, etc., and cleaned as necessary. To clean
the basket, remove it from the skimmer by pulling it out; then
backflush it with a garden hose and re-install.
MAINTENANCE
SKIMMER BASKET
WEIR
DOOR
FILTER CARTRIDGE
FRONT ACCCESS
SKIMME/FILTER
The suction strainers located in the foot well area should
be checked at least once a week for collected debris, such
as leaves, hair, etc., and cleaned as necessary. It may not
be necessary to remove the strainer to clean it, but should
you need to, remove the center screw with a Phillips type
screwdriver and clean the strainer by flushing with water
from a hose.
CAUTION: Be sure to replace the suction strainer
immediately 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.
A rigid spa cover (available as an option), when in place
over the spa, will help reduce evaporation and control the
amount of debris entering the spa when the spa is not
WATER LEVEL
INDICATOR MARK
NORMAL WATER LEVEL
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