Troubleshooting Guide

Manifold

A special air flow plumbing method designed to balance water pressure and reduce the number of plumbing joints to maximize water flow. Manifolds provide even distribution of water and air to spa plumbing resulting in uniform pressures at all jets.

Microorganisms

Algae, bacteria, mold, and fungus. Control of microorganisms is the reason spa water requires continuous sanitizing.

Oxidation

The chemical reaction by which organic matter is "burned" or destroyed, by the action of bromine, ozone, hydrogen peroxide, or non-chlorine shock. Oxidation may cause minerals such as iron, manganese, and copper to form discoloring stains and precipitates, if not treated properly.

Ozonator

An electronic unit designed to purify and destroy algae, bacteria, mold, and viruses while prolonging equipment life.

Ozone (O3)

Produced by an Ozonator, Ozone is a form of oxygen (O2) and is a powerful oxidizing agent used to destroy organic waste and byproducts and help in the control of algae and bacteria. Ozone is not a stand-alone sanitizer but also needs bromine or ionization.

pH

The scale for measuring Hydrogen Ion concentration. The pH acidic/alkaline scale goes from 0 to 14 where 0 is the most acidic and 14 is the most alkaline (7.0 is neutral). The ideal pH range for spas is 7.4-7.8. This is a compromise of several factors: allows for reasonable effectiveness of bromine, bather comfort, corrosion, and scaling considerations and the solubility of dissolved minerals. pH values less than ideal can lead to corrosion problems. Values higher than ideal can lead to cloudy water and scale formation.

PPM

Parts per million. Used as a unit or measurement of concentration, for most common spa water parameters and chemicals. 1 PPM equals 1 pound per 1 million pounds of water. Occasionally, concentration is expressed in grains: 1 grain = 17 PPM.

Precipitation

The formation of an insoluble chemical compound, thereby, causing it to drop out of solution. Changes in the water analysis parameters of pH, total alkalinity and calcium hardness can cause precipitation. Not treating dissolved minerals such as iron, can lead to precipitation that can result in staining and discoloration problems. Precipitation of calcium can lead to cloudy/hazy spa water or scale deposit problems on the underwater surfaces.

Pressure Switch

A device which converts finger (touch) pressure changes into an electrical function.

Pump

The electrical component that keeps water moving throughout the entire circulation system.