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2000 Owner’s Manual
NOTE: Two individuals in a spa may use as much as 3 ppm of chlorine
in 20 minutes.
SHOCK TREATMENT (POTASSIUM PEROXYMONOSULFATE)
Even with regular sanitization, shock treatment may be necessary on
occasion. Shock treatment is recommended over Super Chlorination
because it does not add additional sanitizer to the water. It is also effec-
tive in oxidizing wastes and will reduce chloramines or bromamines.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions listed on the label.
SUPER CHLORINATION
Super chlorination (or chlorine shock treatment), quickly oxidizes the
spa water to burn out wastes such as perspiration, hair spray, lotions, etc.
that cannot be removed by the spa filter. This waste build up reduces
the power of the sanitizer, making the water dull and irritating to the
eyes and skin. It may also produce an odor. When this occurs, the “free”
chlorine has become a “chloramine” which is ineffective for sanitizing.
This can be eliminated by super chlorinating as needed. An application
of 5 times the normal chlorine dosage will act as an adequate treatment.
ENZYME REMOVER
Some wastes left in the spa water may not be filterable and can result in
c l o u d y, dull water. Using an enzyme remover whenever you fill your spa
and then weekly thereafter will help keep your water clear. A enzyme
remover will attract small particles and form larger ones that will become
big enough to get trapped in the filter.
NOTE: Cloudy water may also be caused by high pH.
STAIN AND SCALE INHIBITOR (SEQUESTERING AGENTS
FOR CONTROLLING STAINS AND SCALE) (Stain and scale
inhibitors cannot be used with the Vision systems.)
Staining and scaling are common problems in spas. Because the water is
hot, scale is deposited more rapidly. The circulation of water can cause
the erosion of metals from spa equipment which can then stain interior
surfaces. A weekly dose of a stain and scale fighter will help control
these problems. A sequestering agent, such as Metal Gon, should always
be added to the spa water when filling a spa (for the first time or when