shutting down tub

[riddler]

Is there anything wrong with draining and shutting down the tub for a week ? We plan on a week vacation and it is time for a water change anyway , I just dont know if its a good idea to leave the left over water in the pump system for a weeks time. Any input would be helpful. This would prevent me from having my favorite neighbor putting in chems for the week.

[wmccall]

One week this time of year should't be too bad.  For that short time, anything left in the pipes when you refill will easily be taken care of by a healthy shock on refilll.

[drober30]

When you get back you could also fill a little then drain again getting rid of the stale water.