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checked on a daily basis to make sure it is receiving power. The spa is constantly monitoring
the temperature of the water and will automatically activate the pump(s) and heating element
if it registers freezing or near-freezing conditions. Drain the spa immediately
if it loses power for an extended period of time. Otherwise, the pipe fittings in the spa will
freeze and break. Consult the next paragraph for instructions on draining the spa.
Drain It
– Follow the directions for cleaning the plumbing and draining the spa outlined in
the ‘Draining the Spa’ section under General Maintenance. Once the spa is drained, re-fill
it with fresh water and drain it again (No, this is not a joke. Remaining oils and residues will
need to be flushed out or else they can cause damage to the pump(s) and heating element
during the winter months). Next, use a shop vacuum to clear out any remaining water in the
jet lines. To do this, remove the jet from the jet body. Place the shop vacuum up to the
opening and force out the remaining water. Follow this procedure with every jet line in the spa.
It is important to remember that snow gets quite heavy as it accumulates. Remember to
brush snow off of the spa cover as necessary.
