11.5 Maintaining the Cover
Using the Jacuzzi Premium insulating spa cover anytime the spa is not in
use will significantly reduce your operating costs, heat-up time and mainte-
nance requirements. To prolong the life of the cover, handle it with care and
clean it regularly using mild soap and water. Periodic treatments with a spe-
cial conditioner developed for Jacuzzi Premium spa covers will help protect
against deterioration caused by UV rays from the sun. Never allow anyone to
stand or sit on the cover, and avoid dragging it across rough surfaces.
11.6 Maintaining The Wood Cabinet
With time and exposure to the elements, the wood on your spa will tend to
loose its new appearance. Protecting or reviving the wood surfaces is a fairly
simple process. Light sanding with fine-grit sandpaper will help smooth any
roughness and regular applications of a penetrating wood preservative will
enhance and protect the richness of the wood. A specially formulated wood
stain available from your Jacuzzi Premium dealer is ideal for this.
CAUTION: Do not apply varnish, shellac or other surface sealants
to the wood. These tend to react with the chemicals in the wood
and the UV rays of the sun, causing yellowing, flaking and
peeling.
11.7 Winterizing
Your Jacuzzi Premium spa is designed to automatically protect itself against
freezing when operating properly. During periods of severe freezing tempera-
tures, you should check periodically to be certain that the electrical supply to
the spa has not been interrupted. In extreme, bitter cold weather less than
-20°F (-29 °C), choose the F3 “Standard” filtration mode to prevent freezing
(Page 26).
If you do not intend to use your spa, or if there is a prolonged power outage
during periods of severe freezing temperatures, it is important that all water
be removed from the spa and equipment to protect against damage from
freezing.
For expert winterization of your spa, contact your authorized
Jacuzzi Premium dealer.
In emergency situations, damage can be mini-
mized by taking the following steps:
1. Follow the directions on page 29 for draining the spa.
2. As the water level drops below the seats, use whatever means
necessary to get the water out of the recessed seating areas and into
the footwell.
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