Alps Spas XLS Models - Manual (Page 10)

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ADDING START-UP CHEMICALS
You should have an adequate supply of chemicals on hand for your hot tub. You should familiarize yourself
with the necessary types and amounts of chemicals to maintain your water at clean and healthy levels. Your
dealer should stock the necessary chemicals and is a good source of information on chemicals, procedures, and
testing conditions in your area.
NOTE: The importance of the chemical balance in the hot tub can not be over-emphasized.
WATER MAINTENACE
It may be necessary to replace the hot tub’s water every 3 to 6 months. The frequency depends on a number
of variables including the frequency of use, number of users, attention paid to water quality maintenance,
if equipped with an ozone unit, etc. You will know it is time for a change when you cannot control sudsing
and/or you can no longer get the normal feel or sparkle to the water, even though the key water balance
measurements are all within the proper parameters.
CAUTION: Never store spa chemicals inside the spa’s equipment bay!
PH BALANCE
PH is a measure of water acidity. On a scale of 0 to 14, 7.6 is the ideal point of balance. A measurement below
7.2 indicates that your water is more acidic. This water condition results in corrosion of the equipment’s metal
components. A measurement above 7.8 indicates that your water is more alkaline. This water condition causes
calcium deposits and scaling in the equipment and hot tub. Both conditions are detrimental and cause damage.
NOTE: Calcium deposits can also cause a restriction of air through your jets. Using a stain & scale remover
regularly, will greatly reduce the chance of this occurring.
CHLORINE
Granulated chlorine must be used to remove bacteria and other organic matter from the water. Little or no
chlorine causes water to turn green and unhealthy. Too much chlorine causes water to smell pungent, irritates
the eyes and skin, and can cause damage to the heater tube on the power pack.
NOTE: Improper pH will destroy the pump seals and heater elements. Damage to components caused by
improper pH balance or other improper chemistry will not be covered under warranty.
Alps Spas strongly discourages the use of chemicals that contain Hydrogen Peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide will
eventually cause the light body and lenses (used on all spas) to become brittle and crack.
*Read all labels on chemicals— Do not use any products that omit usage in hot tubs or with ozonators.
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