Owner`s manual

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4 . If the Alkalinity is not within the acceptable
range (80 to 120 ppm) it should be
adjusted first. If it is low, raise the alkalinity
by adding PH-UP 1 oz. at a time, retesting
until the alkalinity reaches 120 ppm. If the
alkalinity is high, it should be lowered by
using PH-DOWN 1oz. at a time.
5 . After the alkalinity is properly adjusted, the
pH is next. If the pH is above 7.8, use PH-
DOWN (1 oz. at a time) to lower it to the
acceptable range. It is extremely important
to NEVER allow the pH of your spa water
to be under 7.0, as this can severely
damage your equipment and will void the
warranty.
6 . Add Sanitizer, either chlorine or bromine.
For Chlorine: Follow the directions on the
bottle. Chlorine dissolves rapidly; you
should get a reading on the test strip within
minutes of application. For Bromine: Follow
the directions on your floating brominator.
It is necessary to add sodium bromine only
when the spa is being filled. Bromine
tablets erode slowly, and it may take
several hours before you will get a reading
on the test strip. It may be necessary to
adjust the floating brominator.
7. To properly maintain the chemical balance
of your spa, follow the 3 day a week
program outlined on page 19.
Please read “WATER MAIN T E N A N C E ”
then follow these easy ste p s :
1 . Fill your spa until the water level is 1 inch
above the highest jet. It is NOT advisable to
use softened water in your spa, as may
become corrosive.
2 . Add a 1/2 pint of Spa Metal Inhibitor to
prevent iron or copper deposits from
staining the finish of your spa. If your water
is known to contain high concentrations of
these metals it may be necessary to add an
additional quantity of Spa Metal Inhibitor.
3 . Use a 3-Way Spa Water Test Strip or test kit
to measure the pH and Alkalinity of your
water. The following instructions utilize test
strips for testing. Immerse the test strip in
the spa water, following the instructions on
the test strip container label. Compare the
strip to the label to determine the
condition of the spa water.
B A LA N CING THE SPA WAT ER