Owner`s manual

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WINTERIZING YOUR SPA
Your Vita Spa has been designed and
engineered for year-round use in any
climate. If the spa will not be used, drain
it completely, following the instructions
on “DRAINING THE SPA.”If you intend to
use the spa during the winter, keep the
spa covered to prevent heat loss.
NATURAL REDWOOD
Although your spa came stained from the
factory, exposure to wind, rain and sun will
cause the wood to weather. Much like any
piece of furniture, if your spa came with
natural redwood, you will be required to
preserve it from time to time (suggested
minimum of two times per year). Your Vita
Spa is treated with a specially formulated
“water-based” stain and sealer. This sealer
can be obtained through your local Vita Spa
dealer. DO NOT USE URETHANE OR
POLYESTER COATINGS that will prevent the
wood from its need for natural moisturizing.
EXCEL-PLUS CABINET MAINTENANCE
The exterior of your Vita Spa cabinet is
made from a newly formulated high
strength material that is factory stained and
sealed. Depending on the location and
exposure of the spa to nature’s elements, it
is recommended that you clean the cabinet
once or twice a year with warm water and
a mild soap.
COVER MAINTENANCE
Your cover is manufactured from a
durable marine grade, UV resistant
material. Even so, monthly cleaning and
periodic conditioning is recommended to
maintain its beauty. To clean and
condition the vinyl cover: Lightly spray
the cover with a garden hose to rinse it
and remove the debris. Using a large
sponge or soft cloth and a mild soap
solution (1 teaspoon dish washing liquid
with 2 gallons of water), scrub lightly in
circular motion. Then rinse it thoroughly
with plenty of water. Condition the vinyl
after cleaning by applying a thin film of
vinyl conditioner. NOTE: To remove tree
saps, use lighter fluid (not charcoal lighter
but the kind used in cigarette lighters).
Use sparingly and rinse with mild soap
solution afterwards. Wipe dry.
CARE OF ACRYLIC SURFACE
To maintain the surface of your spa,
simply clean with a soft damp cloth (a
mild detergent is okay) or with any glass
cleaner. DO NOT clean the surface with
any type of abrasive as it will dull the
surface and natural luster of the acrylic.
DO NOT use any type of oil based
solvent. Such products can be very
harmful to the surface of the spa and will
void the surface warranty of the spa.
CARE OF SPA PILLOWS
The spa pillows will provide years of
comfort if treated with care. Each pillow
has been positioned above the water
level to minimize the bleaching effects of
chlorinated water and other spa water
chemicals. It is recommended that
pillows be removed and cleaned each
time the spa itself is cleaned. A mild soap
and warm water works best in removing
body oils. ALWAYS rinse the pillows off
thoroughly after applying any type of
soap to assure that no residue remains. If
you are winterizing your spa or do not
plan on using it for a while, it is best to
remove the pillows until the next use.
Pillows should always be removed
whenever the spa is being
superchlorinated.
SPA MAINTENANCE