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WARNING:
A non-secured, improperly secured, or damaged
cover may pose a safety threat to children and may also cause
damage or injury if blown off by wind. Always remove entire
cover before using the spa.
IMPORTANT:
Do not stand, sit, or place any item on
the cover that could damage it. Gently remove any snow
accumulations over 2 inches (5cm). Always secure the cover with
all of the cover locks when not in use, whether the spa is empty or
full of water.
Cleaning the Spa Cover
At least monthly, clean the spa cover.
Step 1:
Remove the cover and lay it down on a flat, clean surface
near a garden hose.
Step 2:
Rinse the cover to remove any loose debris.
Step 3:
Clean the top (vinyl) of the cover with a mild solution
of dishwashing soap, or other cleaner recommended by your
local authorized Villeroy & Boch Dealer. Apply cleaner with a
soft bristle brush. Using a gentle circular motion, scrub the cover,
being careful to not let any of the cover dry before rinsing with
water.
Step 4:
Rinse the cover thoroughly and dry with a clean cloth.
Step 5:
Use a spa cover protectant (never a petroleum-based
product) to condition the cover per your Villeroy & Boch dealer’s
instructions.
Step 6:
Wipe and rinse any dirt from the bottom of the cover.
Step 7:
Replace the cover and secure the locks.
NOTE:
To remove tree sap, use lighter fluid (the type used in
cigarette lighters). Use sparingly. Immediately apply a spa cover
protectant to the area.
Miscellaneous Care
Cleaning and Protecting the Pillows
Regularly clean all pillows with mild soap, water, and a clean
cloth. Monthly, treat pillows using a non-petroleum-based
conditioning product as recommended by your Villeroy & Boch
dealer. This will maintain water resistance and luster of the
product.
IMPORTANT:
Remove the pillows when shocking the spa
or when sanitizer levels are high. Leave cover open for at least 30
minutes after shocking to ensure pillows are not affected.
NOTE:
Pillow discoloration is accelerated by high sanitizer use
and is not covered by the Villeroy & Boch Warranty.
Vacuum the Spa
Debris from wind, trees, and users will occasionally accumulate
on the bottom of the spa. The filtration system will remove the
smaller debris. Large or heavy debris can be removed with a hand
held spa vacuum available at your Villeroy & Boch dealer.
Low-Use or No-Use Periods
During certain times of the year, you may not use the spa on a
frequent basis. For these low-use or no-use periods, consider the
following:
No Use for Two to Six Weeks
If the spa will not be used for at least two weeks, lower the
temperature to the lowest setting of 80 F (26°C) or place in low
range heat mode. Lowering the temperature will cut the cost
of operation, however; you will need to adjust the temperature
setting approximately 4 hours before use in order to heat the spa
to 100 F (38°C).
IMPORTANT:
During all lowand no-use periods, be sure
to maintain the spa water as per the instructions in the Water
Chemistry section.
IMPORTANT:
For all no-use periods, and on a weekly
basis, be sure to have someone visually check that the spa is
functioning correctly and to also maintain the spa water as per
the instructions under the Water Chemistry section. Not doing
so may lead to corrosion, staining, and/or scaling to the spa and
its equipment. During periods of freezing temperatures, a spa
that has malfunctioned may be subject to damaged plumbing
or equipment as a result of ice buildup within the spa. If the
spa cannot be checked and maintained on a weekly basis, then
consider winterizing the spa.
No use for over six weeks
When you are not planning to use the spa for six or more weeks,
or when someone is not able to maintain the spa on a weekly
basis, you should winterize the spa. To winterize, follow these
steps:
Winterization
WARNING: Prior to winterizing your spa, it will be necessary to
Super Sanitize the spa water as per the instructions in the Water
Chemistry section. This procedure will help prevent the growth
of bacteria, algae and fungi in any areas of plumbing that may
not be fully free of water after you drain your spa for its period of
winterization.
Step 1:
Drain the water.
Step 2:
If your spa is equipped with JetPaks, open all lower
valves to allow the water to drain form each pak as you drain the
spa. Once the water is completely out of the spa then close each
valve before starting proceeding to step 3.
Step 3:
Use a wet shop vacuum to vacuum the plumbing lines by
placing the vacuum nozzle over each of the lower jet faces in the
spa. Lower jets are any at or below the bench seat area
Step 4:
Remove the drain plug from the pump(s) and loosen all
PVC pipe unions in the equipment compartment. Do not replace
the plugs or tighten the unions until the spa is de-winterized.
Step 5:
Clean the spa shell and JetPaks (if equiped).
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