How to Clean Leaves From a Hot Tub
Because of the frequent use a hot tub gets and its location outside, it requires regular maintenance to keep it clean. The tools for keeping a hot tub clean are the same as those used on a swimming pool, but on a smaller scale. Tools made specifically for hot tub cleaning are available at pool-supply stores. Hot tubs have filters to remove some large particles, including leaves, from the water, but most leaves you remove by hand. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Scoop out the leaves floating on top of the water with a spa leaf net.
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Suction the leaves from the bottom of the hot tub with a spa vacuum. These units hook up to a garden hose, using water pressure to suction up dirt and debris, or they operate on batteries or use a non-electric pump to suction.
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Remove the filter and clean the leaves from inside the filter and around the filter holder. Soak the filter in a filter-cleaning solution overnight to remove any small pieces of leaves or other dirt or debris caught in it. Rinse the filter thoroughly with a garden hose before replacing it.
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Tips & Warnings
Cover the hot tub after each use to prevent dirt or debris accumulation.
Remove any leaves from the top of the hot tub cover before removing it.
Replace the filter if it doesn't come clean after soaking or if it appears damaged.
Replace the spa filter about once a year.
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