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S I MPL E SPA CA RE ® PR O G R A M Spa Care Guide
table of contents Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Filling Your Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Balancing the Water . . . . . . . . . . 3 Adding a Sanitizer . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Chlorine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Bromine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Reserve & Renew® System . . . . 8 Free System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Free Dosage Charts . . . . . .
Congratulations on the purchase of your new spa or hot tub! It’s time to start relaxing. As a new spa owner, you now have the pleasure of escaping from day-to-day stress while soaking in hot bubbling water. In order to enhance your spa experience, Leisure Time Spa has prepared this Spa Care Guide to provide you with general information on how to care for your spa and spa water.
G E T T I N G STA R TE D Before filling your spa, you need to know the chemical makeup of the source water, the water you’re using to fill your spa. To do this, simply take a sample of the water to your local spa retailer to have it professionally tested, or test the water using Leisure Time® Spa & Hot Tub Test Strips. If testing your spa water yourself, you can get instant answers online about what to do using the water analysis program at LeisureTimeSpa.com.
F I L L I N G YO U R S PA Recommended Products: Fast Gloss and Metal Gon 1 If you have an acrylic or fiberglass spa, it is best to protect the finish with Fast Gloss before adding any water. This will help reduce fading from UV rays or any reactions on the spa surface from chemicals. 2 Fill your spa half way up the skimmer. If you’re using a garden hose to fill the spa, remember to run the water for several minutes to flush out any bacteria that might have accumulated in the residual water of the hose.
Total Alkalinity Total alkalinity acts as a buffer to prevent the pH level from changing as additional chemicals or other substances are added to the water. Any fluctuation above or below the recommended range of 80-120 parts per million (ppm) may cause the pH to be unstable which can lead to corrosion, cloudy water or scaling. When the total alkalinity needs adjusting, use Leisure Time® Spa Up, Leisure Time® Spa Down or Leisure Time® Alkalinity Increaser.
Once you’ve determined the readings for pH, total alkalinity and calcium hardness using Leisure Time® Spa & Hot Tub Test Strips, you will need to adjust your water so that the levels fall within the normal ranges. Testing your spa water regularly will make you aware of any changes in water balance. If your spa water does not fall within the recommended ranges and remains unbalanced, problems such as cloudy water, scaling, equipment corrosion and skin irritation can occur.
CHLORINE SANITIZING The most commonly recognized sanitizer is chlorine. However, the effectiveness of chlorine depends heavily on the pH level of the spa water. In order to get the most effective and economical benefit of chlorine, a pH range of 7.2 to 7.8 is recommended. One form of chlorine for spa use is Leisure Time® Spa 56 Chlorinating Granules, a fast-dissolving granular that is virtually neutral in pH and therefore doesn’t upset water balance.
BROMINE SANITIZING Sanitizing with bromine has become increasingly popular. Whereas chlorine can sometimes cause offensive odors and skin irritation, bromine is less likely to do so. Additionally, unlike chlorine, when bromine combines with bather waste and other contaminants in the water, it remains a very effective sanitizer. Bromine is also far less pH-dependent than chlorine.
RESERVE & RENEW® SYSTEM The Reserve & Renew® sanitizing system eliminates the need for a floater, a brominator or the handling of dry chlorine. Leisure Time® Reserve is a bromide salt that remains neutral in the spa water until Leisure Time® Renew® granular is added. The two products react with each other to form active bromine. With proper maintenance and the regular addition of Leisure Time® Renew® granular this system is virtually maintenance-free.
FREE SYSTEM Leisure Time Spa designed the Leisure Time® Free System for bathers who have sensitive skin or who otherwise choose not to use traditional sanitizing methods. This 100% chlorine- and bromine-free system is gentle on eyes, hair, skin and swimsuits. It’s also virtually odor-free and controls bacteria longer than chlorine or bromine.
FREE SYSTEM DOSAGE CHARTS Free Start-Up Dosage Chart Spa Volume (gallons) Control Boost non-chlorine shock oxidizer Leisure Time Free® Sanitizer 100 1.0 2 2/3 150 1.5 3 1.00 200 2.0 4 1.25 250 2.5 5 1.50 300 3.0 6 1.75 350 3.5 7 2.00 400 4.0 8 2.50 450 4.5 9 2.75 500 5.0 10 3.00 Always read and follow label instructions. All measurements are in liquid ounces. Rinse scoop or measuring cup thoroughly after each use.
SIMPLE SPA CARE® PROGRAM Like any luxury item, whether it is a car, a boat or even a second home, you must maintain it in order to enjoy it. Even though maintenance is important, you bought your spa to relax. That’s why Leisure Time Spa developed the quickest and easiest-to-follow weekly spa care program available. Best of all, these steps only take 10 minutes to complete! For best results, follow these steps on the same day every week. Refer to each product’s label for dosage amounts.
SIMPLE SPA CARE® PROGRAM Monthly Maintenance Following the weekly spa maintenance program we’ve outlined will keep your spa water clean and ready to use at a moment’s notice. However, there are a few things you can do on a monthly basis to keep your spa and its equipment at its best. Keep your spa’s surface shiny and inviting, clean the water line with Leisure Time® CitraBright® surface cleaner. This powerful formula removes oil, grime and scale deposits with the cleaning power of citrus.
SAFETY A spa can be extremely relaxing and enjoyable, but it is also important that your spa experience be a safe one. Please review the following safety tips before using your spa. ~ Always read label directions prior to using a product and use only as directed. ~ Avoid alcohol consumption when using your spa. ~ Never heat your spa above 104 degrees Fahrenheit. ~ Always shower before entering your spa. ~ Never add chemicals to the water when people are in the spa.
SPA TIPS Now that you know how to maintain your spa from start-up to refill, here are a few quick tips that will make spa care even easier: ~ If your spa is used more than three times per week, water testing and maintenance will need to be performed more frequently. ~ Remember whenever you add a chemical to the water, always allow it to circulate for at least one minute with jets on prior to adding another chemical. ~ Remember to circulate and filter the water for at least 8 hours every day.
PROBLEM SOLVER Most water conditions can be resolved by the recommended solutions below. Extreme conditions may warrant draining and refilling the spa. Stains or calcium deposits may require attention prior to refilling. It is recommended that the water be changed every three months or as needed to maintain water quality. Problem Cause Solution Excessive organic contaminants or lack of sanitizer Shock-oxidize with Leisure Time® Renew® granular or Leisure Time® Renew® Tabs.
P R O D U C T CLARIFIERS Bright & Clear Enzyme Foam Down Helps the filter remove small, normally unfilterable particles, leaving your spa water clean and clear. Breaks down oils, lotions and organics that can cause odors, scum lines and cloudy water. Quickly eliminates unsightly foaming. Leisure Time® Kills and prevents all types of algae. Spa Algaecide BALANCERS Leisure Time® Alkalinity Increaser Calcium Booster Granular formula that increases alkalinity levels.
G U I D E STAIN & SCALE TREATMENT Defender Metal Gon Prevents and inhibits calcium stain and scale buildup for protection of spa surfaces and equipment. Use weekly. Prevents metal staining of spa surfaces. Use when filling spa. SHOCK OXIDIZER TREATMENTS Leisure Time® Chlorine-free tablets. Rids spa of odor causing organic contaminants. Renew® Tabs Easy-to-use. No measuring. Leisure Time® Renew® Granular Chlorine-free. Eliminates odors and reduces irritating contaminants.
