L
ONG
T
IME
P
ERIODS
(5-14 D
AYS
):
P
RIOR TO LEAVING
:
1. At least one day before you leave, set the temperature to 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 Total Alkalinity, Calcium Hardness and pH as required. Sanitize the water by following the shock procedures.
U
PON 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 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.
PREVENTION OF FREEZING
Your Solana
™
spa has been designed and engineered primarily for indoor applications. In areas where the ambient temperature falls
below 20°F, the spa heater and low speed cycle will run continuously, and the desired spa temperature may never be achieved. If your
spa has been installed outdoors in a location where the ambient temperature frequently falls below 20°F, it is recommended that you
winterize your spa during this period.
W
INTERIZING
1. To winterize the spa, first perform the Draining the Water instructions mentioned at the beginning of this section. Then:
2. Remove the filter cartridge, clean and store in a dry place. Clean the filter compartment cover as well.
3. Wipe the inside of the spa and filter compartment completely dry.
4. To ensure the internal plumbing has drained completely and to remove any water that may be remaining in the jet pump, a
wet/dry shop vac can be used at the spa drain. If you do not have access to a wet/dry shop vac, carefully lift the right side of the
spa (opposite the drain) approximately one foot off the ground to assist in drainage. If necessary, use a soft plastic cup to bale
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Summary of Contents for Solana
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