Spaguard Spa Sentry (1 qt)
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SpaGuard Spa Sentry gives spa owners a one-step liquid additive to avoid pH bounce in your hot tub or spa for up to 1 month per application, simply by adding directly to your spa or hot tub water. Before adding Spa Sentry you must first drain and refill your spa or hot tub and set the desired level of both pH and alkalinity before applying. Spa Sentry also contains a clarifying agent that removes dissolved metals in your water.
Product Dosage:
Calcium Hardness less than 150 ppm
32 fl oz per 300 to 500 gallons of water
Calcium Hardness more than 150 ppm
64 fl oz per 300 to 500 gallons of water
Directions:
1. First, drain and clean the spa surfaces with SpaGuard Surface Cleaner and clean the filter with SpaGuard Filter Cleaner and Degreaser
2. Refill your spa or hot tub with fresh water. Important* The heater should be off before the addition of Spa Sentry. The heater should remain off until all cloudiness has been cleared by filtration
3. All additions of product should be made with the spa water circulating
4. If your fill water has calcium hardness less than 150 ppm (195 ppm total hardness) add 1 quart (1 bottle) of Spa Sentry per 300 to 500 gallons of spa or hot tub water
5. If dissolved calcium is present, the water softening action of Spa Sentry will precipitate the calcium, allowing your filter to remove it
6. The water may cloud when product is added, indicating that Spa Sentry is working to remove excess calcium
7. If clouding occurs, circulate your spa or hot tub for 24 hours
8. Remove cartridge filters and rinse away excess calcium
9. Backwash sand and D.E. filters, if applicable
10. If your fill water has calcium hardness greater than 150 ppm (195 ppm total hardness) a total of 2 quarts of Spa Sentry will be needed for each 300-500 gallons of water
11. Add the first quart of Spa Sentry and circulate the spa water through the filtration system for 24 hours (use high speed if 2 speed pump)
12. Clean the filters (rinse cartridge or backwash sand or D.E.)
13. Add the second quart of Spa Sentry and circulate the spa water through the filtration system for 24 hours
14. Clean filter again, if needed.
Ingredients:
Phosphate Buffer: 36.3%, Inert Ingredients: 63.7%
For more information on Spa Guard Products, please watch this informational video.
PRODUCT FAQ'S
The force and velocity of aerated water keeps water moving so the filter can remove suspended debris. Circulation also ensures that the chemicals are thoroughly distributed. Dead spots are usually not as prevalent in a spa as they are in a pool.
With the dirt, sweat and oils released in a spa, good filtration is essential. Cartridge filters are the typical choice and because of the increase in the amount of filterable debris, the filter should be regularly cleaned with a garden hose or chemically cleaned at refill.
Cleaning a spa involves several aspects of care, including the removal of obvious debris by skimming or vacuuming, and removal of body oils that are rinsed off bathers. Also, be sure to wipe surfaces after heavy use.
Bacteria and algae grow much faster in a spa than in a pool. As a result, spa owners need to follow a regular and complete chemical treatment routine. Spa chemistry includes water balance, sanitizer and oxidizer applications.
Fewer gallons of water mean changes in water balance happen faster. Add to this the aerated water, increased water temperature, and the heavier bather loads, and it’s easy to see the importance of regular testing. Adjust the balance and sanitizer levels as needed.
Sooner or later, the water reaches a point where it just gets “worn out” from the bather load. When the water looks bad, smells bad, and feels bad it’s time for a change. It is recommended that you drain and refill your spa with fresh water approximately every 3 months.
