WATER PREPARATION & MAINTENANCE
To ensure proper operation, the spa must be drained, rinsed, refilled with fresh water, and balanced to the recom
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mended levels indicated in this section before installing the product. Use the test strips to measure water chem
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istry and verify that the water has been balanced properly. Replacing the filter is recommended but not required
unless the spa was previously sanitized with a hydrogen peroxide system. The combination of hydrogen peroxide
and chlorine may cause gum-like build up, water discoloration, and skin irritation.
It is important to properly maintain your spa for the health and safety of its users. Spas are unique in both size
and usage patterns. ChlorMaker IL will significantly reduce the amount of spa maintenance required, but chemi
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cal check-ups including chlorine levels and PH are recommended before each use. Proper water maintenance
will prolong the life of ChlorMaker IL and the spa. The following table describes generally accepted optimum water
chemistry for portable spas.
PARAMETER
RECOMMENDED LEVEL
Free Chlorine
3.0 to 5.0 PPM
PH Balance
7.2 to 7.6
Total Alkalinity
80 to 120 PPM
Calcium Hardness
300 to 400 PPM
It is recommended that chlorine and PH levels are checked before each use, or at least once per week when not in
use. Alkalinity, Calcium Hardness, and Salt Concentration should be checked at least once per month. It is recom-
mended that the spa is manually shocked after high usage (example: after a party with multiple users), or biweekly
if used frequently. Always remember to leave the spa circulating for several hours before retesting. Phosphates in
the spa water will increase the demand for chlorine and will reduce the life expectancy of the generator. Remove
Phosphates upon start up and each month there after. Phosphate Remover can be purchased at any local Pool &
Spa supply store.
WARNING:
Consistent chlorine levels above 5.0 PPM or consistent salt concentration levels above 5,000
PPM may lead to corrosion of metal components in the spa.
WARNING: Consistently low Calcium Hardness levels below 150 PPM may lead to spa equipment damage
and failure. Make sure Calcium Hardness levels are within the recommended range above.
