| Pool & Spa Care CIRCULATION
Every day, bacteria and other contaminants can find their
way into your spa water. Proper circulation will prevent these contaminants from becoming
problems. As the water circulates it: Passes through the filter and the suspended
particles are trapped.
Thoroughly distributes the SpaGuard products that kill
bacteria, eliminate undesirable compounds, and help prevent problems.
Run your spa's circulation system every day. Check your
spa owner's manual to determine how long your spa's circulation system should run or ask
your SpaGuard Dealer for advice.
If your spa has a separate circulation pump that runs continuously, simply make sure that
your system is always in good working order.
CLEANING
If left unchecked, contaminants such as dirt, oil, and
even bacteria can accumulate at the water line, much like a bathtub ring. Regular cleaning
of spa surfaces preserves the surfaces so the whole spa environment looks and feels
better.
- Use a skimmer net to remove floating debris.
- Brush and vacuum the spa.
If you have a skimmer basket, empty it once or twice a
week.
Clean the oily ring that forms at the water line using
SpaGuard Surface Cleaner. This fast-acting product breaks up the oils and debris at the
water line so you can easily wipe the surface clean. Unlike most common household
cleaners, SpaGuard Surface Cleaner is totally compatible with your spa's water chemistry.
Prevent water line build-up with SpaGuard Natural Spa
Enzyme. This natural safe product has enzymes that digest most oils and eliminate them
from the water. By removing these oils:
- Your spa will be less likely to form foam.
- The surface will be easier to clean.
- The water line will require less frequent cleaning.
- The life of the filter will be extended.
FILTRATION
Many spa problems are caused by poor filtration. A filter
that's operating properly helps keep the water clean by capturing the hair, oils, and
cosmetics that wash off when people use the spa. When the filter is dirty or clogged, all
this debris remains in the water. Most spas have a cartridge filter. Check your owner's
manual for detailed information on how to remove the filter for cleaning. Typically you
should clean the filter every 4-6 weeks.
Remove the cartridge.
Rinse with a garden hose to remove loose debris. A
hose-end nozzle is best. A pressure washer has too much pressure. (note: this will not
eliminate the accumulated oils.)
Every time you clean your filter, use SpaGuard Filter
Cleaner and Degreaser according to label instructions. This will dissolve and loosen the
built-up oil and dirt.
Thoroughly rinse the cartridge again. (Ideally the
cartridge should be allowed to dry before being returned to service.)
Return the cleaned cartridge to the filter housing.
Replace the filter element as often as the manufacturer or
your SpaGuard Dealer recommends.
Use SpaGuard Water Clarifier weekly. Some particles of
debris are microscopic and too small for the filter to catch. Water Clarifier will help
join these tiny particles together and allow the filter to remove them, keeping the water
clear.
CHEMISTRY
SpaGuard products provide numerous benefits. When used
according to label instructions, SpaGuard products will: Make the water feel clean and
comfortable.
Kill bacteria which can multiply rapidly in a spa.
Protect spa surfaces from stains caused by metals which
are often dissolved in water.
Protect spa equipment from scale caused by calcium
deposits. Scale can accumulate on spa surfaces and inside filters and heaters greatly
reducing their effectiveness.
Maintain an adequate sanitizer level at all times to kill
bacteria.
SpaGuard Brominating Concentrate. Bromine is an ideal
bacteria fighter in the spa environment. Simply add these concentrated granules into the
spa water according to label instructions. A double dose of Brominating Concentrate can
also serve as a shock. Brominating Tablets. As these Brominating Tablets dissolve, they
release powerful protection against bacteria. Use them in a brominator or in a floating
feeder. IMPORTANT: Do not place Brominating Tablets in the skimmer or drop directly
onto the spa's surface.
Chlorinating Concentrate. This fast dissolving chlorine
product is also effective against bacteria and easy to apply. Sprinkle the granules
directly into the spa according to label instructions. A double dose can also serve as
shock.
Use SpaGuard Enhanced Shock (or a shock dosage of
Brominating or Chlorinating Concentrate) to remove undesirable compounds, eliminate odors,
clarify the water, and restore the sparkle. SpaGuard Enhanced Shock is the preferred
routine shock product. This patented formula has oxidizers to remove undesirable compounds
and clarifiers to make the water beautiful and clear. And it works fast so you can quickly
get right back to relaxing.
Every time you refill your spa with fresh water use
SpaGuard Stain and Scale Control to prevent metal stains and scale build-up. If your water
contains high levels of minerals or metals, Parker Enterprises, Ltd. may also recommend a
weekly maintenance dose.
Even if your spa is equipped with an ozone generator, you
still need SpaGuard sanitizing and "shock products". Ozone can provide some
oxidizing support, but ozone is very short lived. SpaGuard sanitizers provide the
continuous, reliable protection you need.
SpaGuardŽ Enhanced Shock has not been accepted by the U.S. EPA for use as a disinfectant,
sanitizer or algicide.
TESTING
There are 2 primary components that affect spa water
quality.
Sanitizer, either bromine or chlorine pH When both are within their recommended ranges:
- Your water is comfortable, protected and clear.
- Your sanitizers and "shock products" work
efficiently.
- Your spa surfaces and equipment are protected.
Maintain bromine or chlorine within their recommended
levels:
Bromine = 2 - 6 ppm
Chlorine =1 - 3 ppm
(If your spa is equipped with an ozone generator, you
may choose to maintain the chlorine or bromine at the lower end of their ranges.)
Maintain the pH between 7.4 - 7.6. In this range bathers
are comfortable, the spa surface and equipment are protected, and the sanitizers perform
efficiently.
Add SpaGuardŽ Spa Sentry™ to hold the pH in it's
optimum range. pH is THE most important aspect of spa water quality. However, maintaining
the proper pH can be a challenge in a spa. The heated, aerated water, combined with heavy
bather loads can cause the pH to change quickly, unless a means for buffering these
changes is present. That's where SpaGuard Spa Sentry comes in. Spa Sentry is formulated to
"watch over" the pH and protect the water from pH changes. So all you have to
worry about is enjoying your spa.
Test sanitizer and pH several times a week with SpaGuard
Test Strips. These strips provide quick, easy and accurate readings. The test process is
easy. Follow the label instructions. Simply dip and read.
Take a water sample to your Parker Enterprises, Ltd.
regularly (every 4-6 weeks) for a complete water analysis. In addition to testing the pH
and sanitizer, this analysis will measure the water's total alkalinity, calcium hardness,
iron, copper, manganese and total dissolved solids. Based on this analysis, your dealer
can recommend the SpaGuard products you need in order to keep the spa looking and feeling
great!
DRAINING & REFILLING
Regular draining and refilling is a normal part of spa
maintenance. Over time, the water absorbs and dissolves minerals, chemicals and other
soluble material. Your SpaGuard Dealer can perform a Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) test to
help determine if its time to replace your water. High TDS can make the water look dull,
become foamy and develop an odor.
How often you drain and refill your spa depends on how
often you use it. This simple formula can help.
Spa Gallons ÷ Daily Bathers ÷ 3 = Days Between
Draining
Example: 300 gallons ÷ 2 daily bathers ÷ 3 = 50 days
Drain the water. Check your owner's manual for
information.
Clean the spa surfaces with SpaGuard Surface Cleaner.
Use SpaCuard Spa Polish to protect the finish. This
cleaner is specifically formulated for use on the high-gloss acrylic surfaces used in many
spas. It not only restores the shine, it protects the finish. However, it should not be
used on spas with a non-shiny finish.
- Refill the spa with fresh water.
- Take a sample of the water used to refill the spa to your
SpaGuard Dealer for a complete analysis.
- Add the recommended SpaGuard products in the order and
amount determined by the water analysis.
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