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NOTE: Do NOT attempt to use the
pump to drain the spa.
NOTE: Close and replace caps on
all drains prior to refilling the spa.
NOTE: When refilling the spa, you may
need to bleed air from the system. Refer to
Priming Your Spa for instructions.
Filter Maintenance
NOTE: It is not necessary to drain the
spa in order to clean the filter.
The removable filter cartridge is located in
the filter canister behind the skimmer.
The filter should be inspected/cleaned
monthly during normal use, and more often
when spa use is heavy.
Your filtration system may also include a
First Filter, an additional filter that is placed
on top of the skimmer basket and pressed
into place. This filter aids the collection of
microscopic organic matter, debris, hair, soap
residue and body oils. To clean this filter,
remove, rinse or soak in cartridge cleaner as
directed, and reinstall. When First Filter is no
longer white after cleaning, replace with a new
filter. These can be purchased from your dealer.
Keep the filter cartridge clean!
Clean the
filter cartridge at least once every 90 days.
A clogged filter decreases performance and
degrades water quality.
To clean the filter cartridge:
1. Turn the pump off.
2. Remove skimmer lid on top of spa filter
area.
3. Remove strainer basket
4. Remove filter cartridge from the filter canister
by grasping the top and lifting upwards.
Some filters are threaded on.
5. Soak filter in a commercial filter cleaner/
degreaser, available from your Elite Spa
dealer, per manufacturer’s instructions.
Hose out filter cartridge or replace with
new cartridge, if needed.
6. Place filter cartridge back into filter canister.
When the spa is empty, the weir door may
block the filter canister. You must hold it
out of the way when reinstalling the
cartridge. When the spa is full, the door will
float so you will have easy access for
installing the filter cartridge
7. Replace strainer basket and skimmer lid.
8. Turn the pump ON.
Replacing the filter cartridge annually
is recommended to maintain optimum
performance. Filter maintenance depends
on usage.
Winterizing
In cold climates where freezing temperatures
occur, special care is required to prevent the
possibility of damage to the spa and equipment
due to freezing. If you plan on using your spa
during cold months, be sure your pump and
heater are in good working order. The spa
shell has been insulated to provide efficient
operation in cold weather areas.
NOTE: If you elect not to drain your spa
and the temperature is going to be below
freezing for extended periods of time, it
is best to operate the spa heater at the
maximum high temperature (to104°F
(40°C), especially if there is a power outage
threat. This will help keep the spa water
from freezing if you have a power failure.
If you do not intend to use your spa during the
winter months and there is danger of freezing,
use the following steps to winterize your spa:
