MAINTENANCE
Water Treatment
Water treatment is an important factor in the enjoyment of your Softub Spa.
Proper water maintenance is essential for the health of your friends and family
as well as for permitting years of trouble-free use of your Softub Spa. We
strongly recommend the use of Softcare Chemicals, formulated for vinyl lined
spas or their exact equivalents.
The most common water chemistry problems that can damage the Softub Spa
are:
1. Improper pH management.
Too low a pH level will result in excessive wrinkles and damage to the vinyl liner
as well as corrosion in the motor unit.
2. Not removing the lid and not turning on the jets when adding
chemicals.
(Leave the lid off and the water circulating for at least 10 minutes
after adding chemicals.)
3. Use of improper chemicals.
Sodium dichlor is the recommended type of sanitizer. Sodium dichlor dissolves
easily and has a neutral pH, which minimizes the effect that the addition of a
sanitizer has on pH balance. Trichlor compounds are not recommended
because they have a very low pH, are very strong, and difficult to dissolve.
Granules of this chemical may cause damage to the vinyl. High chlorine or
bromine levels can damage the vinyl and pose health risks. Floating dispensers
are not recommended because of the potential of high chemical concentrations.
Use of trichlor, bromine or floating chlorine dispensers will void the warranty on
your liner. Sodium dichlor is the only approved sanitizer for use in Softubs.
4. Over-Chlorinization
5. Not maintaining the water chemistry.
The water chemistry in your tub should be checked at least twice a week. If it is
neglected and the chemistry is allowed to get out of balance, damage can be
done to your liner.
It is the responsibility of the owner to properly maintain the chemical balance
and sanitation of the water. Softub Inc. is not responsible for any damages
which result from improperly maintained water. Improper water maintenance
may result in voiding the warranty.
If you have any questions regarding chemicals, please contact your dealer.
WARNING: USING SHOCK WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
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