Strong Spas Acrylic Spa, Owner'S Manual

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Cleaning and Care
Draining Your Spa
Your spa should be drained every four to six
months, and refilled with fresh tap water. The follow-
ing is the recommended method for draining your
spa.
1. Turn off the power at the breaker.
2. Remove all filters.
3. Your drain valve is located inside the spa cabinet.
4. Locate hose ending with the 3/4 inch hose shut-
off valve.
5. Hook up the female end of a garden hose to the
drain fitting.
6. Place the other end of the garden hose where
you would like the water to drain to.
7. Twist the hose shut-off valve counterclockwise to
open the drain.
8. Let spa drain completely, then remove garden
hose.
9. Twist the hose shut-off valve clockwise to close it
and replace cap.
Water drained from your spa is safe to dispose of in
your yard, septic system or in a drain. Follow all local/mu-
nicipal codes and regulations for disposal.
Vacation Care
You can leave your spa unattended for up to two
weeks if you follow these instructions.
• ALWAYS lock your cover using the cover locks if
you plan to be away from home and the spa is
filled with water.
• Set the spa to Sleep Mode. (See instructions on
page 15-19 for changing modes.)
• Following the water quality instructions starting
on page 26, adjust the pH.
• Shock the water (add either chlorine or bromine
sanitizer).
• When you return, check and adjust the pH and
shock the water.
If you will not be using your spa for longer than 14
days and a spa maintenance service is not available,
we strongly recommend you drain or winterize
your spa. See page 38 for Winterization Procedure.