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F.A.Q.s
Q: What happens if I don’t change my ThermoClear cartridge in four months?
A: The ThermoClear cartridge will start to become ineffective after four months. So, along with
having water that could potentially have a high TDS reading, prohibiting chemicals from
being effective, you will have no method of sanitizing your water leading to potential health
risks.
Q: Which is better to use on a weekly basis with ThermoClear: Spa Activator or Chlorine?
A: If you are not in any way allergic to Chlorine, then we strongly recommend using it. Chlorine
has a higher ORP rating (oxidation reduction potential) which is the measure of oxidizing
power. The oxidizing power is the ability to burn away organic matter. However, you must
continue to use the Spa Activator each time you use your hot tub.
Q: What should I do if my dog or cat jumps into the hot tub?
A: Unfortunately animals in hot water produce over 50 times more bacteria than humans,
because of this you have to drain and refill your spa.
Q: What happens if I put too much sanitizer into the water?
A: Too much Spa Activator can cause the skin to itch and potentially produce a skin rash. Over-
shocking your water could potentially damage your hot tub cover, and this would not be
covered in the warranty. Also, an excess of sanitizer might not produce any reading on your
test strip because you have gone beyond its reading capabilities. This has led people to add
more Spa Activator which can make matters worse.
Q: How can I reduce my sanitizer level?
A: There are two simple methods to reduce sanitizer levels:
1. Drain 1/2 of your water and refill the hot tub; or
2. Remove the cover and turn on the pumps to release off-gas.
Q: Why does ThermoSpas recommend against the use of Biguanide or copper based
algaecides in my spa?
A: There are two reasons:
1. Biguanide and copper based algaecide products may attack critical parts of the pumps and
plumbing leading to premature failure of the spa.
2. Chlorine may not be used with Biguanide based sanitizers. Over time certain bacteria will
develop a tolerance to Biguanide. When this occurs chlorination of the spa is the most
effective means of destroying these bacteria. At this time, it is common for most spas to
switch to a chlorine and/or bromine sanitizer.
Q: Can I change sanitizers?
A: The use of ThermoClear and Chlorine can be used within the same spa water. All other
sanitizers require the draining of the hot tub. We recommend the use of ThermoSpas’ Jet
Line Cleaner for cleaning out the lines.
F.A.Q.s
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