Owner`s manual
Aries Spas User Manual
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If your lter is lid-on-top, untwist the retaining nut and lift it up,
catching the canister as it comes free from the lid. The canister holds
about 1/2 gallon of water, and is going to be very full, so you may
want to have a towel handy in case of spills.
Don’t forget to open knife valves after you have nished clean-
ing and reassembling the lter. Otherwise, the water will be kept from
circulating through your pump and heater and could cause serious
damage to your spa’s equipment.
After reopening valves and restarting the system, bleed the air
from the lter. Locate the bleeder valve that is highest on the canister,
and open it. You will hear a hissing sound as the air is forced out of the
system. When water begins to squirt from the bleeder valve, close it
tightly.
Water Treatment
It is necessary to operate your IMS pump each day to properly lter
water and distribute chemicals. The time required will vary, due to
use and location. We recommend operating the IMS pump around the
clock to maintain water clarity and purity.
Water treatment is a somewhat specialized topic. We will attempt
to cover some of the basics, but we recommend visiting a spa or pool
chemical store, or purchasing one of several good books on the sub-
ject.
It is necessary to treat your spa’s water for two important reasons:
1) To keep the spa water free from harmful bacteria and algae.
2) To keep the water’s degree of acidity and alkalinity in balance,
so that your spa’s equipment will not be corroded by acid or clogged
by alkaline buildup.
Disinfectants
There are several alternatives for disinfecting your spa, including
chemical disinfectants (most notably bromine or chlorine products),
ozone dispensers, reverse ionizers, etc.. Ask your spa specialist for a
more detailed explanation.
The non-chemical methods will also help to stabilize the water’s
ph balance (explained below) because you aren’t altering the balance
by adding chemicals (which have a ph factor of their own).
Bromine/Chlorine Products
To chemically treat against bacteria, spa bromine and chlorine
products are often used. Many of these products come in self-dispens-
ing containers. If you use these, check frequently to make sure that
your dispenser hasn’t become empty. Also, using a spa or pool test kit,
test the water frequently to make sure that your sanitizer is at accept-