Key Takeaways:
- Regular hot tub cleaning helps extend the life of your SaluSpa and keeps water clean and clear
- Keep essential supplies on hand, including a garden hose, skimmer net, filter cartridges and chemicals
- For routine maintenance: Remove debris, wipe down the liner and cover, clean or replace the filter, and check water levels and chemical balance
- Deep clean monthly to quarterly by draining the hot tub, cleaning the pump, liner, cover and filter, then refilling and rebalancing the water
- Replace filters when they become damaged, cracked or heavily discolored to maintain optimal performance
A new year means a fresh start – for you and your SaluSpa® inflatable hot tub!
Regularly cleaning your hot tub extends its lifespan, so you can continue to soak and relax year after year.
Whether your hot tub water is starting to look a little cloudy or you just want to give it some TLC before the weather changes (or before a fun backyard hot tub party!), here are a few items you’ll need (plus a few nice-to-haves) before you get started:
• Garden Hose: For rinsing and refilling your hot tub
• Sponge, Cloth or Towel: For wiping down the tub and parts
• Skimmer Net: For removing debris
• All-In-One Chemical Starter Kit:
For maintaining chemical levels (Included: Brominating Tabs, pH Plus, pH Minus, Scum Destroyer and Bromine Test Strips)
• Chemical Floater: For your Brominating Tabs
Nice-to-Haves:
• All-In-One Cleaning Tool Set: For removing debris and grime (Included: Scoop, Brush, Scrubbing Mitt)
• Cordless Vacuum: For removing dirt and debris from bottom of hot tub
• Replacement Filters: For when it’s time to replace
Basic Cleaning
Now that you have all your cleaning supplies ready to go, follow these four simple steps regularly to give your portable hot tub a basic cleaning:
Step 1: Remove Dirt and Debris
First, use your skimmer net to remove larger debris (leaves, sticks, etc.) floating on the surface. If you have a hot tub vacuum, use it to remove dirt that has settled on the bottom.
Step 2: Wipe Down the Outside Liner and Cover
Wipe down the outside hot tub liner and hot tub cover with a clean, damp towel or cloth to remove any dirt that may have accumulated.
Step 3: Clean or Replace the Filter Cartridge
If your filter is still in good condition, rinse it with your garden hose to remove any dirt or debris that may be caught between the folds. If your filter cartridge looks damaged, discolored or cracked, it's time to replace it! Remember, filters do a lot of the “dirty” work to keep your water clean and clear!
Step 4: Add Water and Chemicals (if needed)
Lastly, if you’ve lost any water from getting in and out of the hot tub (it happens!), fill it back up to at least the minimum fill line. Then, test the water to see if you need to add more chemicals. If so, follow these hot tub chemical maintenance steps using your all-in-one chemical starter kit (noted above).
Deep Cleaning
If you need a deeper clean or are taking your hot tub down for storage, follow these 7 steps quarterly (monthly if you’re using your hot tub every single day) to maintain your hot tub:
Step 1: Remove Dirt and Debris
Follow step 1 in the Basic Cleaning section above.
Step 2: Drain the Water
After you’ve turned off the power on the heater pump, remove the filter and ChemConnect® chlorine dispenser. Put on the stopper caps and disconnect the pump. Connect your garden hose to the drainpipe and allow the water to drain to a suitable drainage area (an area that won’t accumulate water quickly). We recommend draining your hot tub every month, or up to every 3 months, depending on maintenance and usage.
Step 3: Clean the Pump
After your hot tub has drained, remove the garden hose from the drainpipe, then use the hose to flush out any backwash inside the pump. Tip the hot tub heater pump to the side to ensure there’s no water left inside. You can dry the inside of the pump by connecting the inflation hose, aiming it inside the drainpipe and turning on the AirJet™ system. Then give the outside of the pump a good wipe down with a damp cloth or towel.
Step 4: Clean the Liner and the Cover
Now that you’ve drained the water and cleaned the pump, it’s time to wipe down the hot tub liner (inside and outside) and cover. These parts accumulate the most grime and buildup from constant exposure to all the elements (chemicals, body oils, dirt, etc.), so both need a thorough wipe-down with soap and water. Regardless of whether you’re keeping your inflatable hot tub up or are storing it for the off-season, make sure you dry the liner and cover from top to bottom.
Step 5: Clean or Replace the Filter
Follow step 3 in the Basic Cleaning section above.
Step 6: Add Water
If you’re not putting your portable hot tub in storage, it’s time to get it back in full relaxation mode! Grab the garden hose and fill your hot tub back up to at least the minimum fill line.
Step 7: Add Chemicals
Follow step 4 in the Basic Cleaning section above.
Now that your hot tub is sparkling, get ready to unwind and enjoy a soothing massage experience in the comfort of your own backyard!
