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CAUTION: Never store swim spa chemicals inside the swim spa’s equipment bay. The equip-
ment bay may reach elevated temperatures, this is where high voltage electronic devices are
located. This area is not intended for storage of any kind.
13.1 pH Control
pH is a measure of rela ve acidity or alkalinity of water and is measured on a scale of 0 to 14.
The midpoint of 7 is said to be neutral, above which is alkaline and below which is acidic. In
swim spa water, it is important to maintain a slightly alkaline condi on of 7.4 to 7.6. Problems
become propor onately severe the further outside of this range the water gets. A low pH will
be corrosive to metals in the swim spa equipment. A high pH will cause minerals to deposit on
the interior surface (scaling). In addi on, the ability of the sanita on agents to keep the swim
spa clean is severely affected as the pH moves beyond the ideal range. That is why almost all
swim spa water test kits contain a measure for pH as well as sani zer. Jacuzzi offers products
that help you maintain the ideal range. These chemicals are for use in the U.S. only.
13.2
Sani zing
To destroy bacteria and organic compounds in the swim spa water, a sani zer must be used
regularly. Chlorine and bromine are two most popular sani zers used to date. The “Proclear
Mineral Spa Clarifier” designed especially for your swim spa is a beneficial product for water
maintenance. Many other addi ves are available for your swim spa. Some are necessary to
compensate for out of balance water; some aid in cosme c water treatment and others simp-
ly alter the feel or smell of the water. You authorized Jacuzzi dealer can advise you on the use
of these addi ves. When adding spa shock (chlorine or non
-chlorine) or pH balancing chemi-
cals ac vate the jet pump(s) and leave the swim spa cover open for a minimum of 20 minutes.
By doing this you will allow excessive chemical vapors to exit the swim spa, protec ng pillows
and plas c knobs from chemical a ack.
WARNING
: RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, DROWNING OR ENTRAPMENT!
Never leave your swim spa una ended for any reason while the cover is open and accessible,
especially to small children and animals.
CAUTION: RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY OR SWIM SPA DAMAGE!
Never add chlorine tablets (trichlor) or acid to your swim spa for any reason! These chemicals
may damage components within your swim spa, burn or irritate your skin, create a rash and
void the manufacturer warranty for your swim spa.
