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FiltrationRegularityChemical BalanceSanitation Your KeyTo ClearWater Filtration Cleaning your filter regularly is the easiest and most effective single thing you can do to keep your water clear. A clogged or dirty filter will cause the heater and pump to work harder than they need to, possibly causing them to fail. The spa’s heating system will only function with the proper amount of water flow through the system. See page 27 for filter cleaning instructions. Regularity Clear water requires regular maintenance. Establish a routine based on a regular schedule for your spa water maintenance. Maintaining your water quality helps the enjoyment of your spa and extends your spa’s life by preventing damage from neglect and chemical abuse. See page 29 for the schedule of recommended maintenance. Chemical Balance You will need to test and adjust the chemical balance of your spa water. Although this is not difficult, it needs to be done regularly. Depending on your choice of sanitizer, you need to test the level of calcium hardness, total alkalinity, and pH. Spa owners with a Cal Clarity bromine generator also need to check total dissolved solids and phosphates. See page 25 for learn how to balance your spa water. Sanitation Sanitizers kill bacteria and viruses and keep the water clean. A low sanitizer level will allow microbes to grow quickly in the spa water. We recommend using either chlorine or bromine as your sanitizer. Spa owners with a Cal Zone 2000 ozonator or a Cal Clarity bromine generator also need to add sanitizer, although their requirements are different. See page 25 for learn how to use sanitizer. Testing and Adjusting Spa Water You have two types of testing methods to choose from: The • reagent test kit is a method which provides a high level of accuracy. It is available in either liquid or tablet form. Test strips • are a convenient testing method commonly used by spa owners. Balancing the Total Alkalinity Total alkalinity (TA) is the measure of the total levels of carbonates, bicarbonates, hydroxides, and other alkaline substances in the water. TA can be considered a “pH buffer”. It is the measure of the ability of the water to resist changes in pH level. The recommended total alkalinity is 80 - 120 ppm. If the TA is too low, the pH level will fluctuate widely from high to low. Low TA can be corrected by adding Cal Spas “pH-Alkalinity Up”. If the TA is too high, the pH level will tend to be too high and may be difficult to bring down. High TA can be corrected by adding Cal Spas “pH-Alkalinity Down”. When the TA is balanced, it normally remains stable, although adding water with high or low alkalinity will raise or lower the TA level. Balancing the Calcium Hardness Calcium hardness (CH) is a measure of the total amount of dissolved calcium in the water. Calcium helps control the corrosive nature of the spa’s water and is why soft water is not recommended. The low calcium content of soft water is very corrosive to the equipment and can cause staining of the spa shell. The recommended calcium hardness is 150 - 200 ppm. If the CH is too low, add Cal Spas “Liquid Hardness Increaser”. If the CH is too high, dilute the spa water with soft water or, if this is not available, add Cal Spas “Stain and Scale Defense”. When the CH is balanced, it normally remains stable, although adding soft water or very hard water will raise or lower the CH level. Balancing the pH The pH level is the measure of the balance between acidity and alkalinity. If the pH is too low, it can cause corrosion of metal fixtures and the heating element. Low pH can be corrected by adding pH-Alkalinity Up. If the pH is too high, it can cause scaling by allowing metals or minerals to form deposits and stain spa surfaces. High pH can be corrected by adding pH-Alkalinity Down. 8.28.07.87.67.47.27.06.86.6Too alkaline, causes scalingIdeal balanceToo acidic, causes corrosionNeed to lower the pH levelNeed to raise the pH level Testing For: Ideal Range (ppm) Chemicals To Use: Minimum Maximum To Raise To Lower Total Alkalinity 80 120 pH-Alkalinity Up pH-Alkaliity Down Calcium Hardness 150 200 Liquid Hardness Increaser Stain and Scale Defense pH 7.4 7.6 pH-Alkalinity Up pH-Alkaliity Down Sanitation After you fill your spa, you need to decide which chemical sanitizer you wish to use. Consult your Cal Spas dealer for the right decision with regards to your lifestyle and spa usage. We recommend either bromine or chlorine as your sanitizer. Both work well when maintained regularly. DO NOT use trichlor. Trichlor is very acidic and the hot temperature of the spa causes it to dissolve too quickly. It will cause damage to your spa and will void your warranty. Sanitizers kill bacteria and other organic waste by breaking them down to non-harmful levels and are filtered out. Make sure you follow all instructions and use only Cal Spas brand chemicals. Whichever plan you decide on, follow it completely and don’t take shortcuts. It will provide you with clean, safe...