Hot Tub Tips and Tricks

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Never use a ‘clarifier’ with products! The clarifier can remove the residual from your spa water and clog up your filter. is a natural clarifier. Cure cloudy water with non-chlorine shock.

Don’t fight a chemical war with your spa particularly with regard to pH. will gently help maintain the ideal pH and alkalinity in your hot tub. However, when you add a non-chlorine shock treatment, the pH can shift somewhat. After adding the non-chlorine shock treatment run your jets and let the spa sit for a while; then check your pH again. Typically your water will return to a normal pH range.

On the rare occasion when you find that you have to adjust your hot tub’s pH, some common household products can be used. White vinegar or concentrated lemon juice (no pulp) will lower your pH, while common baking soda will raise it. Check your spa’s instruction manual to make sure it does not specifically forbid these methods before implementing.

Clean your cover at least once a month with Vinyl Top Conditioner & Restorer to avoid mould dripping into your spa water. This helps to reduce odors in your tub as well minimize sanitizer load. It will also extend the life of your cover.

Foam: The best method to avoid foam from forming is to have a soap-less shower before you enter your hot tub.

If you don’t use your spa for a long period of time, you will find that your water stays nice and clear for 3 to 5 months. Before using your hot tub again, you need to add a new bottle of Spa Sustain to recondition the water. Use non-chlorine shock.

Safety tips:

• Never heat your hot tub water to more than 104 degrees F. Excessive heat can be damaging to your health as well as your spa equipment.

• Never use your hot tub under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

• Chlorine and Bromine are EXTREMELY dangerous chemical compounds. If you choose to use chlorine or bromine as a sanitizer, always use the minimum recommended residual amount. Never allow children in your tub immediately after adding chlorine or bromine! Do not scatter chlorine and bromine in the tub as the finer particles can be swept up in the wind and into your lungs. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully.

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