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| Fresh and Clean |
Sometimes, I notice
a "musty" odor with my spa. How do I prevent this? There are several
"culprits" that may be the cause of the odor.
First:
- Clean your spa cover (both sides) thoroughly with Cover
Cleaner following label directions. Ensure that your spa area
has proper ventilation if it's indoors.
- Make sure that you are using the right amount of chemicals
for your spa size. If you are using your spa more than 3 times
a week, be sure to use the higher maintenance dose of Shock
(2 oz. per 100 gallons of water).
- Make sure that no incompatible chemicals have been added
to the spa.
- Check to see when you last drained your spa. Spas with water
older than 60–90 days should be drained and refilled. Finally,
if the odor still persists, drain the spa and clean the spa
surface with Surface Cleaner and refill with fresh water.
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| Clean Your Spa Filter
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Clean your spa filter at least
once every 4–6 weeks with Filter Cleaner.** Here’s
how:
- Remove cartridge or elements from
filter housing and rinse with water.
- Add 5 gallons of water to a clean
plastic or rubber bucket.
- Add 16 ounces (1 bottle) of
Filter Cleaner to the bucket.
- Place cartridge or elements inside
bucket and allow to soak for at least 24 hours. Make sure the
cartridge or elements are completely immersed in the solution.
- Using appropriate personal protection
equipment (rubber gloves and eye protection), remove the cartridge
from the cleaning solution and thoroughly rinse it with a garden
hose.
- Reassemble filter and resume normal
operation.
To properly dispose of the filter cleaning
solution, add 6 ounces of pH Increaser to neutralize the
solution; dilute with water. Then flush away to a sewer using
plenty of water.
**A degreaser/TSP (trisodium phosphate)
should not be used for filter cleaning with biguanides.
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Brilliance Spa Startup
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After the spa is filled, have the
spa water tested by your Authorized Brilliance® for Spas Dealer.
Balance the water according to the recommendations in this guide.
Remember to also chemically clean your filter using Brilliance Filter
Cleaner.
1. Add Brilliance Metal
and Scale Control (prior to adding Brilliance Start-Up, Brilliance Oxidizer or Brilliance Sanitizer).
- CIRCULATE ON HIGH SPEED FOR
30 MINUTES, WITH BLOWERS OFF —
DO
NOT INJECT AIR.
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| 2. Add Brilliance Start-Up. |
| 3. Add Brilliance Oxidizer.
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4. Fill recommended floater with Brilliance Sanitizer.
Adjust the flow of water into the floater according
to the manufacturer’s directions to ensure that the Total
Bromine level is in the ideal range of 2–4 ppm. You
will need to circulate the spa water at least three hours
every day. It is recommended to use a Brilliance Floater
or one of the following brands listed below:
- Rainbow Lifegard 335 Chlorine/Bromine Floating Dispenser
with Screen
- Blue Devil Spa Floater
NOTE:
Prior to using any floater,
inspect openings to ensure an unrestricted flow of
water.
NOTE:
Brilliance Sanitizer is produced in a smaller, unique size,
unlike common bromine tablets. Brilliance Sanitizer
will dissolve at a more even rate and will ensure more consistent
bromine levels. Some floaters may not be compatible
with Brilliance Sanitizer, as the product may fall through
the floater opening. Compatible floaters require an
opening small enough to contain the sanitizer within the
floater, or a screen to prevent Brilliance Sanitizer from
leaving the floater.
NOTE:
Brilliance
Sanitizer should always be used with a floater and never
added directly to the spa.
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5. Using a Brilliance Test Strip,
test the Total Bromine level (range: 2–4 ppm) and pH level
(range: 7.2–7.8). If those levels are acceptable,
and if the temperature is under 104°F, the spa is ready
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Brilliance Start-Up Dosage Chart
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Spa Volume
(in gallons)
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Brilliance
Start-Up
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Brilliance
Metal and Scale Control
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Brilliance
Oxidizer
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100
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2
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1/3
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1
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150
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2
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1/2
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1 1/4
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200
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2
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2/3
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1 3/4
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250
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2
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1
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2
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300
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2
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1
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2
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350
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2
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1 1/3
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3
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400
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2
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1 1/3
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3 1/4
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450
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2
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1 1/2
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3
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500
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2
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1 2/3
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1
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All measurements are in ounces.
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| Spa Safety |
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Tips for Safe, Healthy Spa Use
Your spa will give you years of enjoyment.
Like any water recreation, there are certain precautions which must
be followed to minimize the risk of injury.
- Proper Ventilation
– If spas are inadequately ventilated,
some users may experience light throat irritation. Indoor spas
should be adequately ventilated naturally or mechanically (i.e.,
an exhaust fan). If symptoms develop, take appropriate
action to improve the ventilation of the area (open windows,
install exhaust fan, etc.) and/or see your local dealer.
- Temperature
– Keep your spa water temperature no higher than 104°F.
Temperatures higher than this can place undue strain on the
cardiovascular system. A quality, shatter-proof thermometer
should always be used to accurately measure spa water temperature.
- Medical Conditions
– Persons with diabetes, high blood
pressure, heart disease or other cardiovascular conditions should
consult their physician before using a spa.
- Shower First
– To reduce the likelihood of contaminating
spa water and to minimize health risks, always shower with soap
and water prior to use.
- Infection Spreading
– Persons with open sores or any type
of infection should not use the spa. Hot water is an ideal
environment for spreading infection, especially if sanitizer
levels are not properly maintained.
- Soak Time
– Limit spa use to no more than 15 minutes at a time.
- Restrict Alcohol Use and Medications
– Never drink alcoholic beverages before or during spa use.
Alcohol can make you drowsy and lead to drowning. Anyone
taking medication should consult their physician before soaking
in a spa.
- Child Safety
– Children should not be permitted to use the spa without adult
supervision.
- Pregnancy
– Women who are pregnant should consult their physician before
using a spa.
- Long Hair
– Always tie long hair back to keep
it away from the filter intake and drain.
- Slips and Spills
– Handrails and non-slip surfaces
will help to minimize the risk of slipping and falling.
- Electrical Appliances
– Never use any electrical devices
while using a spa.
- Severe Weather
– Do not operate or soak in a spa during severe weather conditions
(i.e., electrical storms, tornadoes, etc.).
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Water Balance |
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No matter which sanitizing system you choose,
keeping the water balanced is essential to your enjoyment of the
spa. Water is balanced when pH, total alkalinity and hardness
are all within the proper range. Problems arise when any of
these factors are too high or low.
Unbalanced water can become corrosive or
cause the formation of scale deposits. Corrosive water also
attacks the integrity of metal components; pitting, etching and
staining them. Scale formation causes cloudy water, surface
staining or short filter cycling. Any of these conditions can cause
problems for the spa, and irritations, especially of the eyes and
skin, for the people using it.
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Weekly Maintenance |
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A clear, hassle-free spa is easy
if you follow this simple maintenance routine.
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Clean Your Spa Cover |
- puddle of
Cover Cleaner on top of cover and scrub with a spa cleaning
pad.
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| Handling Chemicals
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Tips for Safe, Healthy Spa Chemical
Use
Spa chemicals are necessary to control
bacteria and to maximize the life of your spa and its equipment.
In concentrated form these chemicals, like other household chemicals,
can be hazardous. Always handle and use them with care. Refer to
the product's label for safety and handling information or see an
Authorized BaquaSpa® Dealer
- Never mix chemicals together.
The result could be fire, explosion, or release of dangerous
gas.
- Most spa chemicals are harmful
if swallowed — many can injure skin and eyes.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Always store chemicals in
a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Chemicals must be
kept in their original containers. They
must never be stored next to a heat source or open flame.
Do not store in car trunk, or next to other
chemicals — especially fertilizers and insecticides.
- Always add the chemical to
the water, never the water to the chemical. Keep containers
closed to seal out water or contamination.
- Always use clean, dry equipment
when handling, transferring or measuring chemicals.
- Always follow label instructions
for any chemical spills.
- Know the first aid instructions
for all the chemicals you use. Keep emergency medical
and poison control numbers handy. In case of emergency,
call the poison control center nearest you or call 1-800-654-6911.
- Don’t smoke and handle chemicals.
Some of the fumes are explosive.
- Keep concentrated chemicals
away from lawn and plantings.
- Always make sure containers
are tightly resealed immediately after use.
- Always wear the proper protective
equipment (rubber gloves, safety goggles, etc.) when handling
chemicals.
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| Water Changing Guidelines
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It is important to remember that a spa is a small body of water.
Continual use means bathers will deposit large amounts of dirt,
perspiration, body oils, deodorant, makeup and other contaminants
into a relatively small volume of water.
We recommend changing your spa water every 60–90 days or whenever
an extreme water quality problem develops. After draining,
clean the empty spa shell thoroughly. Rinse thoroughly before
refilling. This is also an ideal time to clean your spa cover
and filter.
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| Clean Your Spa Shell |
Clean your spa shell at the waterline
regularly with Surface Cleaner and a spa cleaning pad.
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