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SPA WATER TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS
Cloudy Water
Inadequate filtration/dirty filter Clean filter with a filter cleaner or degreaser.
Excessive oils/organic matter Shock the spa with “POTASSIUM PEROXY
MONOSULFATE”.
Improper sanitation Increase sanitizer to recommended level.
High pH and/or high alkalinity Adjust pH; add “PH-DOWN”.
Suspended particles/organic matter Use clarifier.
Overused or old water Drain the spa, clean and refill.
Water Odor Excessive organics Shock the spa with “POTASSIUM PEROXY
/too many chloramines/ MONOSULFATE”
bromamines - insufficient free
available chlorine
Improper sanitation Increase sanitizer level to
recommended level.
Low pH Raise pH with “PH-UP”.
Chlorine Odor Too many chloramines-insufficient Shock the spa with “POTASSIUM PEROXY
free available chlorine MONOSULFATE”
Low pH Adjust pH; raise pH with “PH-UP”
Musty Odor Bacterial or algae growth Shock the spa. If problem is visible,
draining and cleaning may be required.
Foaming Buildup of body oils, Add defoamer; or drain and refill.
lotion and chemicals
resulting in soap or detergent
Overused or old water Drain and refill.
Excessive organics Shock with “POTASSIUM PEROXY
MONOSULFATE”.
Organic Buildup/ Body oils and dirtWipe off scum with a clean rag or use mild
Scum Ring detergent. If needed, drain, refill spa, and
Around The Tub adjust water.
Inadequate filtration Clean filter with a filter cleaner or degreaser.