Softub 220 - Maintenance; Water Treatment

WATER TREATMENT
Water treatment is an important factor in the enjoyment of your Softub
Spa. Proper water maintenance is essential for the health of your
friends and family as well as for permitting years of trouble-free use of
your Softub Spa. We strongly recommend the use of Softcare
Chemicals, formulated for vinyl lined spas or their exact equivalents.
The most common water chemistry problems that can damage the
Softub Spa are:
1. Improper pH management: Too low of a pH level will result in
excessive wrinkles, damage to the vinyl liner and corrosion in the
motor. Too high of a pH level will result in scaling on the liner, build up
inside of the pump and plumbing and damage to the tub and motor.
2. Not removing the lid and not turning on the jets when adding
chemicals. (Leave the lid off and the water circulating for at least 15
minutes after adding chemicals.)
3. Use of improper chemicals: There are two common types of
chlorine used in pools and spas, Sodium Dichlor and Sodium trichlor.
Sodium Dichlor (i.e. Softcare Chlorinating Granules) is the only
recommended type of sanitizer for Softub spas. Sodium dichlor
dissolves easily and has a neutral pH, which minimizes the effect it has
on pH balance in spa water. Sodium trichlor compounds are not
recommended because they have a very low pH, are very strong, and
are difficult to dissolve. Use of Sodium trichlor, floating chlorine
dispensers, or Bromine may damage the vinyl liner and are NOT
approved for use. Use of any sanitizer other than Sodium Dichlor (i.e.
Softcare Chlorinating Granules) will void the warranty on your liner.
4. Over-Chlorinization
5. Not maintaining the water chemistry: The water chemistry in your
tub should be checked at least twice a week. If it is neglected and the
chemistry is allowed to get out of balance your vinyl liner may be
damaged. It is the responsibility of the owner to properly maintain the
chemical balance and sanitation of the water. Softub Inc. is not
responsible for any damages which result from improperly maintained
water. Improper water maintenance may result in voiding the warranty.
If you have any questions regarding chemicals, please contact your
Local Servicing Dealer or Softub Technical Support at 1-800-711-5382.
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