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zacman

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sps maintenance book
« on: September 18, 2004, 02:12:19 pm »
Hot tub arrived yesterday.   In my review of the manual, I find very little on spa maintenance - though the dealer went over the use of chemicals, I need more than that to feel comfortable . While this fourm is a great source for information and tips, it also gets a bit confusing with so many opinions and approaches.  Is there a simple, direct and reliable book out there on spa maintenance ?

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Re: sps maintenance book
« Reply #1 on: September 18, 2004, 02:27:49 pm »
There is no such book that I am aware of. I encourage all of my new customers to come in "as often as you want until you feel comfortable testing and adjusting on your own" Sometimes I regret saying that, but most bring it in once a week for a while, eventually once a month.

If your dealer can do what I am doing for my customers, you will be an expert within a month or two. Dont sweat it. ALL NEW OWNERS TEND TO WORRY AND OVER MANAGE THEIR WATER.

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Re: sps maintenance book
« Reply #2 on: September 18, 2004, 03:11:25 pm »
HitTubMan is absolutely right.  In my 2 months of experience, the first few days were bizzarre.  I felt like I need to check the water day and night, for fear the if the alk was too, or ph too low I would come out in the morning to a melted down pile of rubble.  Two months in, and after surviving my two college aged daughters and their friends,  I say with certainty that over managing is common and that the maintenance process is remarkably easy.  I use bromine, a teaspoon of chlorine after each (well almost evry) use, a heavy tablespoon once a week, use the defoamer diluted non scientifically in a spray bottle, a shot glass of baking soda or so once a week and my water is crystal clear, all readings in zone each Saturday or Sunday when I check it.  I think you get used to a normal pattern of useage, but would warn of heavier use times needs a bit more close watch.  Just my 2 months worth or experienced opinion.  BTW, the tub was the best $$$ we have ever spent.

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Re: sps maintenance book
« Reply #3 on: September 18, 2004, 03:12:50 pm »
why does the forum not like the word t e a s p o o n or  t a b l e s p o o n?

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Re: sps maintenance book
« Reply #4 on: September 18, 2004, 06:30:47 pm »
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why does the forum not like the word t e a s p o o n or  t a b l e s p o o n?


The filter.  It reads the last part of the word as an offensive word.  
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Re: sps maintenance book
« Reply #5 on: September 18, 2004, 09:58:38 pm »
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The filter.  It reads the last part of the word as an offensive word.  


The last 4 letters to be exact.......... whatever it means  ::)
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« Reply #6 on: September 19, 2004, 10:45:34 am »
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Re: sps maintenance book
« Reply #7 on: September 19, 2004, 03:43:40 pm »
The best water chemistry book I've seen is the one that comes with the Taylor Test Kit.
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« Reply #8 on: September 19, 2004, 04:15:45 pm »
Has anyone ever compiled an FAQ on spa water chemistry?

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« Reply #9 on: September 19, 2004, 04:19:37 pm »
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The best water chemistry book I've seen is the one that comes with the Taylor Test Kit.
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Yup! That's why we started offering just the book, without the entire test kit.
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« Reply #10 on: September 19, 2004, 04:41:29 pm »
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Yup! That's why we started offering just the book, without the entire test kit.


Where do I go to order the book.? Checked sites but could not locate the book alone as available to order - though found the test kit.

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Re: sps maintenance book
« Reply #11 on: September 19, 2004, 04:47:41 pm »
Located at the bottom of the page:

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Re: sps maintenance book
« Reply #12 on: September 19, 2004, 05:09:43 pm »
Thanks for the link.  Have now ordered.

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Re: sps maintenance book
« Reply #13 on: September 20, 2004, 11:17:07 am »
Anyone know where to get the Taylor Test Kit in Canada?

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Re: sps maintenance book
« Reply #14 on: September 20, 2004, 11:35:48 am »
KC-SWO;

Where do you live? Find a SpaGuard/BioGuard dealer and the should be able to get you a Taylor kit.

http://www.spaguard.ca/en/dealer.html

Most pool distributors, therefore many pool dealers will have accounts with Taylor as well. You are more likely to get good customer service from the SpaGuard dealer though.

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