BullFrog I 331 Series, Руководство пользователя

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basis. If the spa is used 0-3 times weekly, we recommend that you test the water a
minimum of 2-3 times a week. For each additional use, test the water one additional
time. Test kits and supplies are available from your authorized Bullfrog dealer.
pH Control: Proper pH balance is extremely important in controlling bacte-
ria, providing water that is comfortable to the user, and preventing damage to
the spa and equipment. The pH scale ranges from 0-14. Levels of pH less than
7.0 are acidic while pH levels greater than 7.0 are basic. The proper pH range
for a spa is 7.4-7.6.
High pH levels (greater than 7.6): Can cause scale build-up on the spa and its
equipment, cloudy water, a prematurely dirty filter, and less effective chlorine
sanitation. To correct high pH levels, add a pH decreaser.
Note: Never use Muriatic or Hydrochloric acid to adjust pH as it can damage
the spa shell and surroundings.
Low pH levels (less than 7.4): Can cause discomfort to the spa users and cor-
rosion to the spa equipment. To increase pH levels, add a pH increaser.
Always test, and adjust the pH level before you test and adjust the sanitizer level.
Sanitation: Spa water sanitizers kill bacteria and keep the water clean. Ef-
fective and safe sanitizers recommended by Bullfrog are Granular Chlorine
(Dichlor) or Granular Bromine. Chlorine and Bromine are the only two spa
sanitizers approved for use in spas by the EPA.
WARNING: Trichlor Chlorine tablets should never be used in a portable
spa. Dissolve rate, potency and the extreme low pH of this chemical can cause
severe damage to the spa surface and components. Use of Trichlor Chlorine
tablets will void the Bullfrog Warranty.
Bromine and Dichlor tablets are also not recommended as an acceptable
sanitizer in Bullfrog Spas unless an appropriate feeding or metering device is
used and the water is frequently tested and monitored as excessive Bromine or
Chlorine in the spa can cause surface damage and component failure.
Baquanide (Baqua) products are also not recommended for use in your
Bullfrog Spa. Baquanide products may cause deterioration of jets and other
spa components.
Improper use of Bromine or Dichlor tablets and Baquanide products will
void the warranty.
With each sanitizer test, use either granular Chlorine or Bromine to maintain
the following levels:
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Chlorine Level: 3.0 to 5.0 PPM (parts per million)
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Bromine Level: 3.0 to 6.0 PPM (parts per million)
Super Sanitation or Spa Shock
Normal sanitation does not eliminate non-filterable wastes, such as perspira-
tion, oils, hair sprays, etc., which will build up in the water. These substances
make the water unattractive in appearance, odor, and can interfere with
sanitizer effectiveness. Super sanitation is achieved by “shocking” the spa water
with a non-Chlorine shock (Potassium Peroxymonosulfate), granular Chlorine
(Dichlor), or granular Bromine (Bromine concentrate).
Super Sanitize the water once a week by adding one of the following:
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Granular Chlorine - 2 teaspoons of per 200 gallons (909.2l) of water
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Granular Bromine - 4 teaspoons of per 200 gallons (909.2l) of water
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Non-Chlorine Shock - 5 teaspoons of per 200 gallons (909.2l) of water