CLEaNING yOUR fILtERS
the filters are located inside the skimmer. Put your hand
into the skimmer and remove each filter one at a time.
On a regular basis it is important to remove excessive
pollution and organic matter from the filters. it is
recommend that on a regular basis the filters are either
cleaned with instant Filter Cleaner or allowed
to soak overnight in CartriDGe Cleaner. in either
case after degreasing use a high pressure hose or
pressure cleaner to remove cleaner residue and calcium.
filter replacement:
replace the filters every year
or sooner if necessary. Only use genuine riptide filter
cartridge replacements.
CautiOn: using a brush to clean a filter could
damage it. Commercially available filter cleaners may
be used and can be obtained from your authorised
riptide dealer.
POOL ShELL CaRE
the pool surface is durable and easy to clean:
Pool shell surface: For normal cleaning use
waterline Cleaner solution. For surface marks,
use surFaCe Cleaner. to apply these cleaners,
use a soft, damp cloth or sponge. rinse well and dry
with a clean cloth.
General cleaning: with normal use of your spa, oils,
lotions, and hairsprays will build up on the surface of
the water, sometimes leaving a scum line around the
perimeter of your shell. this scum line can easily be
removed with surFaCe Cleaner.
to remove grease, oil, paint and ink stains, use 25%
isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol in water.
Note 1:
Never allow the pool surface to come in
contact with acetone (nail polish remover), nail polish,
dry cleaning solution, lacquer thinners, gasoline, pine
oil, abrasive cleaners or any other harsh chemical.
These chemicals can damage your pool shell and
void your warranty.
Note 2:
Avoid using cleaning agents that will leave
suds in your pool water.
CLEaNING aND PROtECtING hEaDREStS
Clean on a regular basis with soap, water and a clean
cloth. use 303® Protectant or it’s equivalent once per
month. this will maintain water resistance and lustre
of the product. Between uses it is recommended to
remove the headrests and store in a dry place.
Note:
If headrests are left in the pool you must expect
colour loss and gradual breakdown of headrest material
due to the corrosive effect of chlorine and ozone.
COVER CaRE
Basic instructions are provided below. it is important
that you refer to the information that came with your
cover, which provides detailed information on caring
for it and what to do to protect its warranty.
ChaNGING yOUR POOL WatER
Depending on usage, your spa section water will
need to be changed approximately every 4 months
or whenever your spa water becomes difficult to
manage. For the pool section we recommend that you
replace a third of your pool water every 4 months.
to clean the pool shell refer to ‘POOl sHell Care’.
DRaIN OPERatION
to drain your nautilus 5.8 pool you’ll require a
submersible pool pump. see manufacturer’s literature
for operating instructions.
Note 1:
Drain water to an area that can handle the
water volume of your pool.
Note 2:
If draining water onto vegetation, make sure
that the sanitizer level (chlorine level) of your spa water
is less than 5 PPM.
Steps to refill your pool:
1. ensure service hatch cover is closed.
2. refill pool with tap water. Fill the pool to the midway
level of the skimmer in each section. the depth should
be approximately 150mm-190mm (6-7½”) down from
the top rim of the pool.
Note 1:
The higher the water level, the fewer pool
users it will take to cause the water to overflow the
top of the pool.
Note 2:
If you live in a hard water area and have
access to softened water please add 20% hard to
80% soft to achieve 250-500 parts per million.
4. restore electrical power supply.
5. see ‘starting Your Pool with new water’ under
‘water Chemistry’.
MaiNTENaNCE
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