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vapors are released. Following this tip will protect your covers materials from
premature degradation.
Completely remove the cover at least once per week to allow the water to drain
out of it. Always completely remove the cover while using your hot tub. We highly
discourage the practice of only opening one half of the cover while bathing in
your spa.
Use a floating thermal blanket in addition to the traditional hard-shell insulating
cover. Floating covers, by bringing a layer of insulation to water level, drastically
cut down on evaporation. Evaporation is the primary delivery vehicle for bringing
the chemicals and contaminants to the cover. Cutting down evaporation reduces
the amount of damage done to the cover.
Chemical Treatment of Water
Water from the tap is fine for showers, bathing and drinking. However, in a contained
recirculating system such as in a spa, water must be treated with chemicals. The main
purpose of chemical treatment is to keep the water sanitary and to maintain a specific
pH balance of the water. Proper pH balance ensures that the water will not cause
irritation to the users or harm the spa’s components. Chemical treatment does have its
limitations. When water evaporates, chemical residues are left behind.
As the levels of the residues combine with other types of residue, such as body oil and
detergents, the water becomes increasingly difficult to maintain. Because of this
residual effect, at some point it becomes easier and more cost effective to drain, clean
and refill the spa with new water. We recommend that the water be changed at least
every six months. At this time you should also clean or replace the filters. If the spa
has a frequent and/or heavy bather load, it may be necessary to drain and fill the spa
more often. Refer to the section titled “Draining the Spa” for instructions on page 33.
WARNING: Spa damage due to improper chemicals use is not covered under
warranty.
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