Spa Care and Maintenance

Spa Startup

1. Fill spa to full line.
1. Add Metal Gon while filling. (as needed)
2. Avoid softened water it is better to fill it with hard water than water that has been run through a water softener.
2. Use test strips to test water and balance it using Spa Up or Spa Down.
1. You can always bring in a water sample to either of our stores and we can tell you the exact amounts of chemicals to add
2. Balance alkalinity first as it will help keep pH in the proper range.
3. Add Sanitizer as needed (see instructions for your sanitizer)
4. Retest water to make sure everything is still at correct levels.
5. Shock water using a chlorine free shock.(may not be needed depending on sanitizing system)

Each Use

1. If using chlorine(Spa 56) add about a teaspoon before use
2. Add sanitizer as needed.
3. Add shock after every to every other use.
1. Should be done at least once a week.
4. Always run jets and leave cover open for about 15 minutes after adding chemicals

Weekly Maintenance

1. Test and balance water as needed.
2. Add sanitizer as needed
3. Add Clarifier to water.
4. Run jets and leave cover open for at least 15 minutes after adding chemicals

Monthly Cleaning

1. Remove and rinse Cartridge filter.
2. Clean exterior of spa and your spa cover using some of the many products available

Every 4 to 6 Months

In addition to your monthly cleaning procedures every 4 to 6 months you should:

1. Remove and clean filter according to Cartridge Filter Cleaning Guide
2. Add Swirl Away or similar spa line cleaner to clean out jet lines. (see label for instructions)
3. Drain your Spa
4. Clean the inside (shell) of your spa using any of the many products available.
5. Continue with Spa Startup instructions.