How do you shock a hot tub after filling?

To shock your hot tub, simply follow these easy instructions.

Adjust the pH levels of your spa’s water to between 7.4 and 7.6.
Remove the hot tub cover so your spa can breathe while being shocked.
Turn off the air to the jets but leave the circulation pump running so the water is moving but is not too agitated.

How often should you change the water in a spa?

For example, our Toronto Spa holds just under 300gal of water. If you have a Toronto Spa that is used daily by 2 users, you do (1/3)300/2 = 50, meaning water should be changed every 50 days. You may also need to change your water if you continue to see foam despite the use of Foam Free, cloudy water, or if water has a persistent smell.

Do you have to change the water in a hot tub?

Your hot tub is great at keeping itself clean. Whether you use a chlorine, bromine, ozone, or salt water system to purify your spa, you enjoy pristine water, free of contamination, for months on end. With every system, you’ll need to change the spa water now and then.

Is it OK to fill your spa with soft water?

Never fill your spa with soft water. Soft water makes it impossible to maintain the proper water chemistry and may cause the water to foam, which will ultimately harm the finish of the spa and void your warranty. Turn on power to the spa. When the spa is filled to the correct level, turn on the power at the GFCI breaker.

What should I do after filling my hot tub?

Once the water has fully drained, use a damp cloth to wipe down your hot tub’s acrylic shell. This is also a good time to clean/replace your Spa Filters. Once complete, re-fill your tub, and refer to our Initial Start-up blog post for a step-by-step guide on which chemicals to use in your freshly filled hot tub.

How often do you change the water in a spa?

Whether you use a chlorine, bromine, ozone, or salt water system to purify your spa, you enjoy pristine water, free of contamination, for months on end. With every system, you’ll need to change the spa water now and then. If you use a traditional chlorine or bromine system, you should change the water in your spa about every three to four months.

How do I Fill my spa with tap water?

Place a garden hose in the filter canister and fill your spa with regular tap water about six inches from the top. If the water level is too low or too high, your spa will not operate properly. Always fill the spa through the filter canister!

How long does it take for a hot tub to fill up?

How fast your hot tub fills up depends on the size of your Master Spa and the water pressure at your house. If you do walk away from the hot tub while it’s filling it’s a good idea to set a timer as you may forget about it otherwise.