Protecting Your Cover.
Regular maintenance of your spa cover will help prolong its life. We
suggest conditioning the cover on a monthly basis to keep the vinyl from
hardening and cracking. This is especially important for covers exposed to
outdoor elements in harsher climates. Ultraviolet rays from the sun, snow, ice
and sleet all contribute to deterioration of your spa cover.
When looking for a conditioning product, start by checking with your spa
manufacturer for recommendations. Never use petroleum-based vinyl cleaning
products because they can damage the cover and may even void your warranty.
Make sure you only use the conditioning product on the topside of the cover,
not on the underside. To clean the underside you should spray it off with an
ordinary garden hose and allow the cover to thoroughly air dry.
Caring For Your Cabinet.
Spa cabinets come in many different materials, the most common being
wood. A wood cabinet needs regular, ongoing care to prevent it from drying out
and deteriorating. If your spa is located indoors then it’s sufficient to stain
it twice a year, but if your spa is located outdoors the cabinet will need more
attention. We suggest staining an outdoor cabinet at least four times a year,
taking care to reapply the same stain product used by the manufacturer in the
factory. If you’re unsure what stain to use, check with your spa manufacturer
for their recommendation.
Before you reapply stain to the spa cabinet, you should pre-sand the wood to
refresh it and remove any mildew stains or ground-in dirt. Always be sure to
wash the spa cabinet thoroughly and allow it to dry for at least an hour before
starting to reapply stain. Never stain the cabinet unless the temperature is at
least 55º F.
IMPORTANT - Wood needs to breathe, especially when it’s exposed to a water
environment. You should only use water borne preservative. Never seal a wood
cabinet with varnish, shellac, or polyurethane, because once it’s sealed with
such products you won’t be able to apply wood stains or water repellent
products.
If you’re interested in a spa cabinet that requires less maintenance and upkeep,
many manufacturers now offer cabinets made with long-lasting synthetic
materials. To learn more about synthetic cabinetry, click over to the "
Cabinetry "
section..
Cleaning The Lines.
Your spa has a complex maze of plumbing lines, and no matter how clean you
keep the water those chemicals do not clean plumbing lines. It’s common for
lines and fittings to accumulate scum that attracts bacteria and mildew.
We strongly recommend you flush and clean plumbing lines every six to twelve
months, or whenever you notice a skim film developing around the fittings. This
will prolong the life of your spa and help keep it running smoothly. The best
time to do this procedure is just before you drain the spa. Check with your spa
manufacturer for their recommended cleaning product. It should dissolve oils,
dirt, hair, soap, scum, rust, and mineral deposits.
