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I would NOT do that unless I were certain that the spa was built and designed to handle the change. Salt water can do serious damage to components that were not designed to withstand it.
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How do I clean a salt water spa?
The same as you would a fresh water spa.
What is a salt water generator?
A salt water generator, also known as a salt chlorinator, is a device that converts salt into chlorine to sanitize and disinfect pool or spa water. It works by passing an electrical current through salt water, which then produces chlorine gas that dissolves into the water. This eliminates the need for traditional chlorine chemicals to be added to the water on a regular basis.
How do you convert a fresh water hot tub to a salt water hot tub?
Although ordering the spa as a "salt water" hot tub when you buy it is easier, as there is some plumbing work required, you can retrofit either a bromine salt generator or chlorine salt generator and create your own "salt water spa".There is a misnomer about salt water hot tubs in that you still have to create the chemical chlorine or bromine in order to sanitize the water. Only with a salt generator this process happens automatically, but you must establish either a bromine salt reserve or a chlorine salt reserve depending on the system you are using.You will save the trip to the store for chlorine or bromine, but you still need to add the salt when you refill the spa or when you top up the water.To convert, the bromine salt cell is plumbed into the water line and the control unit is mounted to the spa. A hot tub tech can do this for you. Sometimes you may save by already having the salt generator and just having someone hook it up and add it to the plumbing.There is no switching. But you do have to install a chlorine generator. The generator makes the chlorine from the salt you add. But why go through all the hassles and expense?A better bet would be to use Bromine, it was developed for use in hot tubs. Besides at high temps. chlorine will vent off in a gas form and probably run you off.
how often should a spa be drained?
A spa should be drained on average every 4-6 months. However, if you are using your spa on a regular basis you should most likely drain it more often. For the best care of your spa you should drain 12 inches of water weekly for regular use.
Who has salt water system for spas?
the same salt water system used in a pool is also fine for a spa. the amount of chlorine generated is determined by the input current to the salt cell and the amount of time in operation.
Will salt work in any spa?
No, you need to follow the instructions for each spa.
Can you have a salt water hot tub and a chlorine pool without cross contamination?
You cannot "contaminate" a chlorine pool or spa with salt or vice versa. Chlorine starts as salt. Chlorine generators use salt to make chlorine. Therefore your "salt" spa is already a chlorine spa, you are just not putting chlorine tablets in it. It is a very common misconception that a salt system is some how different than a chlorine system. There are no "salt generators" and the salt does nothing other than allow a "chlorine generator" to produce chlorine. We get this question almost every day and it's generally because customers are "sold" not "told" about the product they purchased. If you were expecting anything other than purchasing a device that makes chlorine from salt, you will be disappointed. Pool & Spa
Is spa water a pure substance?
No spa water is not pure there are other things added to the water
Why does the spa water lower when the pool pump turns off and why does the spa water level go down while using the spa if the spa water is approximately 16 inches above pool water level?
The check valve between the spa and the pool is defective.
Do salt sanitaton or ozonoators work in spas?
Ozonators are common features on many spas and have been for at least the last 15 years. The spa must have a plumbing feature known as a venturi to facilitate the use of the ozonator. The venturi provides a mild suction to deliver the ozone to the spa water. If the spa was not created with a venturi in the plumbing it can be problematic to install one. As for salt water sanitation systems I have not seen one in use on a spa and I've been repairing and installing for 20 years. The concept is sound but the cost would prohibit the use.
What can a man do to jepordize getting pregnant?
Just found out regular use of a spa or jacuzzi does NOT help the process Just found out regular use of a spa or jacuzzi does NOT help the process
What cause a new SALT water spa to foam extremely?
Bathers contribute body oils to the spa. Foaming is usually caused by a reaction of body oils and cosmetic residues with the alkalinity of the water. This can lead to the formation of "soaps" and foamy water. The foam can be eliminated by using Anti-foam and enzyme products periodically.
