Operating Guide

8
Water Care
Daily Checklist
1. Test for proper bromine or chlorine level. Proper
bromine level should be maintained at 2.0 - 4.0 PPM.
2. Test pH levels and adjust if needed. If you are having
difficulty keeping pH properly balanced, it may be an
indication that total alkalinity needs adjusting. Have
your dealer test the water and adjust if needed.
Weekly Checklist
1. Add Clarifier to help the filter remove small
particles and to retain water clarity.
2. Add Chelating Agent to protect your equipment
against stains, scale and rust.
3. For spas located outdoors or subject to a great deal
of sunlight add Algaecide to guard against algae.
4. Shock your spa weekly with Oxidizer to remove
contaminants such as ammonia, body oils and
foreign matter. Unless spa water is routinely shock
treated, contaminants will accumulate to cause eye
and skin irritation, odors and cloudy dull water
appearance.
5.
To eliminate and prevent foaming, add a small amount
of NON FOAM agent as needed.
General Guidelines
• NEVER MIX CHEMICALS TOGETHER
• Add only small amounts of each chemical at a time until
the desired level is achieved. Do not exceed dosage rates on
label directions.
• Keep spa free of debris and cover spa when not in use.
• Circulate the water for 2-4 hours each day to maintain
proper filtration. Clean your filter with FILTER
CLEANER every 1-2 months.
• Remove oils and grease around water line with a cleaner
on a weekly basis.
• In heavily used spas, water should be drained and refilled
every two months or whenever it becomes difficult to
maintain proper chemical levels.
Filter Maintenance
As with any water filtering system, the filter cartridges may
become clogged with particles or with calcification that
will result in reduced water flow. In your QCA Spa, it is
important to maintain a clean, unobstructed filtering
system. This not only provides the maximum performance
from the hydrotherapy jets, but allows the 24 hour filtration
system to function effectively. We recommend the filter
cartridges be cleaned (either spraying clean with water or
soaking to dissolve minerals) EVERY MONTH.
WARNING: : Failure to maintain the cartridges in a
clean, unobstructed manner will result in reduced water
flow through the heater assembly which may cause the
pump to stop operating generating error codes “OH” “DR”
“DY” “HH”. If this occurs during sub-freezing
temperatures and goes unnoticed, the spa water may freeze.
Any damage to the spa (from freezing) which is a direct
cause of poor maintenance will not be covered by warranty.
Removing a Filter Cartridge
The cartridge of the in-line filter must be removed for
cleaning. This is accomplished as follows:
1. Remove floating telescope lid.
2. Twist and lift out basket to reveal the cartridge.
3. Remove the filter cartridge from the housing and
clean, or replace it with a new cartridge.
Cleaning the Filter Cartridge
1. Hold the cartridge in an upright position and spray
downward into the pleats of the fabric with a garden
hose to flush away debris. Cleaning will be easier if the
garden hose nozzle can be adjusted to a single jet spray.
2. After hosing off the cartridge, it is highly recommended
that the cartridge be allowed to soak in a filter-cleaning
solution available through your local dealer. Soak the
cartridge for 24 hours to remove body oils and body
lotions that become impregnated in the cartridge fabric
during filtration. Rinse the cartridge thoroughly before
placing it back in the filter housing.
NOTE: We recommend after cleaning to allow the filter
to dry before replacing. We suggest having an extra filter
on hand.
3. If the cartridge is coated with algae or bacteria or a hard,
solid material, (which it may indicate a calcium build-
up) on the fabric. This build-up can be removed by
soaking the cartridge. A cartridge cleaning solution is
available through your QCA dealer. When using this
solution, follow instructions provided on label.
4. Clean the filter housing.
5. Return the filter cartridge to the housing and replace
basket and floating telescope lid.
Vacation Care Instructions
If you plan to be away, follow these instructions to maintain
the water quality:
Short Time Periods (3-5 Days):
1. Adjust the pH by following the instructions outlined in
the water quality and maintenance section.
2.
Sanitize the water by following the “super-chlorinating”
procedures and lock your thermal cover in place using the
tie-downs.
3.
Upon your return, sanitize the water (superchlorinate, if
necessary) and balance the pH.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Spa water oxidizers such as
dichlor chlorine maintain their level of effectiveness
substantially longer in cool water than in hot water.
Long Time Periods (4-15 Days)
Prior to leaving:
1. Adjust the pH as required.
2. Sanitize the water by following the SUPER-
CHLORINATION procedures.
3. Upon your return, check the level of sanitation of your spa
water. If the chlorine test reads "O" and you have been gone an
extended period of time, SUPERCHLORINATE the spa water
to ensure all organisms and algae are oxidized. The spa water
will be safe for you to use once the Free Chlorine Residual is
below 5.0PPM.