Hot Tub Spas  

Spa Winterizing Instructions
 

  
     In cold climates where freezing temperatures occur, special care is required to prevent the possibility of damage to the spa and equipment due to freezing. If you plan on using your spa during cold months,
be sure your pump and heater are in good working order. The spa shell has been insulated to provide efficient
operation in cold weather areas.

     Note: If you elect not to drain your spa and the temperature is going to be below freezing for extended periods of time, it is best to operate the spa heater at the maximum high temperature (to 104°F), especially if there is a power outage threat. This will help keep the spa water from freezing if you have a power failure.

     If you do not intend to use your spa during the winter months and there is danger of freezing, use the following
steps to winterize your spa:

1. Turn off all electrical power to the spa.

2. Drain spa and hoses of all water using the directions for Draining Your Spa (pg. 24 of Coleman Spa Manual). Open all unions, and remove drain plugs from bottom of pumps. If you cannot draw off all of the water (especially from hoses), add Recreational Vehicle antifreeze to the remaining water through the bottom of the skimmer and jets. If antifreeze is used, it must be an inhibitor Propylene Glycol such as Dow Frost™, available through Dow Chemical® distributors.

     Note: Prior to refilling the spa, drain all antifreeze from spa and hoses using the instructions for Draining Your Spa (Pg. 24 of Coleman Spa Manual). Carefully monitor chemicals until all antifreeze residue has dissipated.

3. The filter should be drained, and the cartridge removed and cleaned.

4. Check to see that there is no water in the heater element chamber.

5. Clean your spa as directed in the following two sections of pg. 24 of Coleman Spa Manual.

6. Cover your spa with a water-shedding, impenetrable cover.

7. For further information on blowing out the plumbing lines and winterizing procedures, please contact us.