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DO
Add all chemicals slowly with the hydro jets
operating in high speed.
DO
Use care when handling chemicals.
DO
Store granulated chlorine in a cool, dry place
to maintain the chlorine’s freshness. Granulated
chlorine will degrade if stored improperly or for a
long period of time. Do not store in sunlight.
DO
Maintain total alkalinity level within the
recommended range of 80 to 120 ppm.
The calcium hardness level should be maintained
in the 120 to 250 ppm range.
DO
Maintain the pH level within the
recommended range of 7.4 to 7. 6 .
DO
Maintain proper chemical balance to reduce
the risk of catching or spreading infection.
DO
Use granulated chlorine/bromine produced
specifically for portable spas.
DO NOT
Use swimming pool chemicals in your
s p a .
DO NOT
Use household bleach (liquid sodium
h y p o c h l o r i n e ) .
DO NOT
Use swimming pool (muriatic) acid to
lower pH. Many swimming pool water care
products can cause damage to spa and
e q u i p m e n t .
DO NOT
Allow anyone to be in the spa while
chemicals are being added or dissolving.
DO NOT
Use incorrect products such as Tr i c h l o r,
which has a very low pH (2.6), dissolves very
s l o w l y, is highly concentrated, and was designed
for concrete or plaster swimming pools. It will
cause damage to your spa!
C HE MICAL SA FETY IN ST RU C T I O N S
When using chemicals, read labels carefully and
follow directions precisely. Though chemicals
protect you and your spa when used correctly, they
may be hazardous in a concentrated form.
Observe these guidelines:
DO
Accurately measure and use the exact
quantities specified, never more.
DO
Handle all containers with care. Store in a
cool, dry, well ventilated place.
DO
Keep chemical containers closed at all times
when not in use. Replace caps on proper
c o n t a i n e r s .
DO
Allow only a responsible person to handle
spa chemicals. Keep them out of the reach of
c h i l d r e n .
DO
Follow the emergency advice on the product
label in case of accidental contact, or if the
chemical is swallowed. Call a doctor or local Po i s o n
Control Center. If a doctor is needed, take the
product container along so that the substance can
be identified.
DO NOT
Inhale fumes or let chemicals come in
contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Wash your
hands after use.
DO NOT
Let chemicals get on surrounding
s u rfaces or landscaping. Don’t use a vacuum
cleaner to clean up chemical spills.
DO NOT
Smoke around chemicals. Fumes may
be highly flammable.
WAT ER MAIN T EN A NCE DO’S AND DON ’ TS
