Owner`s manual
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Maintenance
Water Chemistry
Tap water that is safe to drink is not always safe for a spa.
Normal tap water is usually lled with minerals and micro-
contaminants that are not visible to the naked eye. Properly
testing and treating your spa water is essential for the health
of the spa as well as the people using it. Proper chemical
maintenance will help control and prevent the following:
Bacteria, algae, and fungi, which can spread disease and
infection to humans
Staining and scale build-up on the spa shell, equipment,
and piping
Clogged lters
CAUTION: Important Instructions. Always:
Follow chemical manufacturers’ instructions
Use an accurate test kit to perform all chemical tests
Never mix chemicals
Add chemicals directly to the spa, evenly spreading the
chemicals over the surface of the water or use an
appropriate feeding or metering device
Run the lter pump on high speed for at least 15 minutes
after applying chemicals
Check chemical levels often
Note that names of spa chemicals will vary from one
manufacturer to another
Contact your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer with questions
Overview of Water Chemistry
Water Quality Maintenance
Maintaining the quality of the spa water within specied limits
will enhance your enjoyment of the spa and prolong the life
of its equipment. It is a fairly simple task, but it requires regular
maintaining because the water chemistry involved is a balance
of several factors. There is no simple formula and there is no
avoiding it. A careless attitude regarding water maintenance
will result in poor and potentially unhealthful conditions for
bathing and possible damage to your spa. For specic guidance
on maintaining water quality, consult your authorized Bullfrog
Spa dealer who can recommend appropriate chemical products
for sanitizing and maintaining your spa.
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Sanitation
Sanitizers kill bacteria and viruses and keep the water clean.
A low sanitizer level will allow bacteria and viruses to grow
quickly in the spa water. To raise the sanitizer level, simply add
an approved sanitizer. A high sanitizer level can cause
discomfort to eyes, lungs and skin. To lower the sanitizer level,
simply wait – the sanitizer level will naturally drop over time.
Effective and safe sanitizers include Granular Chlorine
(Dichlor-type only) and Granular Bromine.
NOTE: Increased use of the spa (or in the number of users of
the spa) will result in the need to increase the amount of
sanitizer required to maintain the recommended sanitizer
level.
NOTE: Ozone purication is recommended only as a
supplement to the above sanitizers. The Bullfrog WellSpring
™
Ozone Puriers greatly enhance the quality of the spa water
when used in conjunction with an industry standard spa
chemical maintenance program.
CAUTION: Never use ozone as a single-source sanitizer,
water clarifer, stain & scale inhibitor or foam inhibitor.
WARNING: Trichlor Chlorine tablets should never be used in
a portable spa. Dissolve rate, potency and the extreme low
pH of this chemical can cause severe damage to the spa
surface and components. Use of Trichlor Chlorine tablets will
void the warranty.
WARNING: Bromine and Dichlor tablets are also not
recommended as an acceptable sanitizer in a Bullfrog
Spa unless in an appropriate feeding or metering device.
Inconsistency in its application and excessive Bromine or
Chlorine in the spa can cause surface damage and
component failure. Use of either of these sanitizer tablets in
any automatic “oating-type” tablet feeder will require more
frequent monitoring and testing. Misuse of Bromine or Dichlor
tablets will void the warranty.
WARNING: Products containing Baguanide (Baqua) are also
not recommended for use in your spa. These products are
known to deteriorate light lenses, pump seals and other spa
components. Misuse of Baquanide products will void the
warranty.
Super Sanitation
Normal sanitation does not eliminate Chloramines (trapped
Chlorine), Bromamines (trapped Bromine), along with other
non-lterable wastes, such as perspiration, oils, hair sprays,
etc. that can build up in the water. These substances make
the water unattractive in appearance and odor, and can
Maintenance