Minimize Source Water Impurities...
Whether you are on municipal or well water, they both can introduce impurities into your spa which can interfere with the proper chemical balance of your water. Having the source water tested is one way to determine if water impurities are to high. When filling or topping off your spa we highly recommend using a garden hose Pre-filter to remove impurities. If you have a water softener system it is important that you by-pass this system when filling your spa. The garden hose used to fill the hot tub often has standing water which can introduce contaminants such as bacteria, mildew and water mold. Flush the garden hose by running it for several minutes prior to filling your hot tub. This is recommended even when using a garden hose Pre-filter.
Minimizing Bather Impurities...
Bather frequency is the number of different bathers and how often they use the spa. Bather frequency is not something we recommend you minimize but you need to altar your water treatment plan if it changes. An increase in the number of bathers or the frequency of use can require more maintenance and demand for sanitizer. Consistency with bathers and frequency will make it easier to determine a regular maintenance schedule that keeps your spa water clean. If you have more than the average number of bathers in your spa it is always a good idea to 'shock' your water after use while the cover is still open (add the recommended amount of the Chlorinating Concentrate (99% sodium dichlor) and run all pumps on high with all jets open for 30-60 minutes and be sure to rinse your filter(s) the next day). Most of the impurities that cause cloudy water and the need to add chemicals to your spa water comes from the bathers. These impurities often include perspiration, lotions, deodorants, make-up, dead skin cells, body oils, or residual soap which contains phosphates. The Natural Hot Tub Company's Water Treatment & Conditioner works well with the filter(s) to remove these impurities. Minimizing these impurities does decrease the strain on your spa water and filter(s).
Tips to minimize impurities:
You may want to consider a soap-less shower prior to entering your spa
to remove excess lotions and oils. Bathing suits have residual soap or excessive dyes that can cause discolored water or excessive foam.
They should be washed without soap and double rinsed in hot water before use.