💧 Spa Chemical Maintenance Guide

Keeping your spa water clean and balanced doesn’t have to be complicated. Our simplified chemical program separates your spa care into easy steps — so you can relax knowing your water is clear, healthy, and perfectly balanced.

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⚙️ Before You Begin

• Always have at least one pump running before adding chemicals.
• Never add water to chemicals — always add chemicals to water.
• Let chemicals circulate for at least 5 minutes before adding the next one.
• Wait 30 minutes after treatment for the most accurate test readings.

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🧪 Initial Chemical Startup

• Leisure Time Metal Gon: 16 oz (one full bottle)
• Chlorine: 2 oz

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📅 Weekly Maintenance

• Check pH: Adjust in 0.5 oz increments as needed
• Scum Gone: Add 0.5 oz as needed
• Scale Defender: 2 oz weekly
• Non-Chlorine Shock: 1.5 oz, three times per week
• Chlorine: 1 oz, once per week

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🔁 Periodic Maintenance (As Needed)

• Leisure Time Bright & Clear: Use if water appears hazy
• Leisure Time Foam Down: Use sparingly when foam develops
• Filter Cleaner: Soak filters twice per year
• Cover Conditioner: Apply at least twice a year (preferably quarterly)
• Leisure Time Renew: Use at least once per quarter

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💡 Helpful Tips & Best Practices

🫧 Leisure Time Foam Down

Foam happens naturally from body oils, lotions, shampoos, and detergents left on swimwear. Use de-foamer lightly — a little goes a long way.

To prevent foam:

• Dedicate a swimsuit just for spa use.
• Rinse it in hot water only (no detergent) before use.

🧼 Filter Care

Keeping your filters clean helps your spa run efficiently and reduces chemical use.

• Rinse weekly with a garden hose or faucet.
• Deep clean twice a year by soaking with a filter cleaner to remove oil buildup.

🪶 Cover Care

Your cover protects your investment — take care of it!

• Use a non-alcohol, non-silicone, non-wax conditioner (we recommend 303 Protectant).
• Apply at least four times per year, especially in dry climates.
• Helps prevent cracking, fading, and water absorption.