Hot Tub Tips and Tricks
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.
SANITIZERS
While ® eases the oxidation demand on your sanitizer it is not a registered sanitizer. Maintain the minimum recommended amount of sanitizer in your Spa. This may range between .05 ppm and 3 ppm depending on your local regulatory agency guidelines.
At minimum, we recommend ozone and shocking weekly with a sanitizing shock such as dichlor.
OZONE
(Highly Recommended)
Ozone is the most powerful and, arguably the safest sanitizer available. However, ozone oxidizes very quickly and does not create a 'residual' in the water. A minimum residual of chlorine should be used with ozone systems.
Use with ®: Shock weekly with ONEShock™ or dichlor per label instructions to kill any residual or resistant bacteria. May also use Non-Chlorine Shock.
DICHLOR / ONEShock™
(Highly Recommended)
Highly effective and 'self-shocking,' ONEShock™ / Dichlor is a balanced form of chlorine that can be used both as a sanitizing shock and residual sanitizer. When used correctly with the ® system, you will not experience chlorine smell, itching or rashes.
BROMINE
(Compatible)
Establish initial Bromine levels per package instructions. Set floater for minimum dispersal and adjust as needed.
Shock weekly or use Non-Chlorine Shock.
TRICHLOR
DO NOT USE
These are White Pucks intended for use in pools, similar in appearance to Bromine and you should Never use Trichlor as a Spa sanitizer.
Trichlor will damage your Spa, cause respiratory issues and WILL VOID most Spa's Warranty.
BACTERICIDES / ALTERNATIVES / BIGUANIDE
(Not Recommended)
Not tested for compatibility.
COPPER / SILVER
(Compatible)
Copper & silver based products are somewhat effective bactericides for Spas. However, in the warm water, 'bacteria-friendly' environment of a hot tub, they should still be used with a chlorine shock such as ONEShock™.
“ACTIVE OXYGEN”
(Compatible)
This is essentially non-chlorine shock being sold as a sanitizer. It is NOT a sanitizer. Works well with ozone. We recommend less expensive, Non-Chlorine Shock instead (monosodium percarbonate or MSP).
MINERAL CARTRIDGES
(Compatible, Not Necessary)
MAGNETS & MISC. GADGETS
Mostly Harmless – Not sanitizers.
Scientifically dubious.
ALWAYS SHOWER FIRST
Take a quick, soap-less shower before entering your spa. This will help reduce the workload on ® and your sanitizer.
AIR IS GOOD
The introduction of oxygen in to the system enhances the efficacy of the ® system. Leave your jets and air intakes set to the “on” position between spa uses.
CLEAN YOUR FILTER
The ® system relies heavily on filtration. Regular cleaning of your cartridge filter will keep contaminants from getting back into the spa. For heavy bather load, consider using ® Enzyme Active Filter Booster.
MAINTAIN SANITIZER LEVELS
Safety first – Bacteria love a warm water environment.
Maintain the minimum recommended sanitizer level.
MAINTAIN WATER LEVEL
Water should be at least 3 inches above Filter Intake.
Low water levels will lead to cloudy water.
SPA NAKED
Clothing tends to hold residual detergent which may cause foaming.
(That's our story and we're sticking to it.)
NEVER
Never use household cleaning products to clean or maintain your spa.
The one exception is baking soda, which can be used to raise pH or scrub out stains.
AVOID CHEMICAL SOUP
With proper water balance and sanitizer levels, ® will 'recover' your spa with time and good filtration. Don't overdose with additional products. 24 hours of high filtration with ® is often as effective as a heavy dose of shock.
AVOID ACCIDENTS
Make sure the little ones use the potty before getting in to the Spa.
Urine will irrevocably crash your Spa water.
NEVER SPA ALONE
(see “Spa Naked”)
While relaxing in your spa is a relaxing and well-being-enhancing experience, it is also a potentially dangerous place. Always use common sense around spa chemicals and electrical appliances.
Don't overheat your Spa.
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.