How do you clean a hot tub that has been sitting for years?

How do you clean a hot tub that has been sitting for years?

DRAIN & CLEAN Draining the water is the best way to clean a hot tub that has been sitting for awhile. If your water is in fair condition, looking hazy but without visible algae or biofilm growth, skip ahead to the next step and purge the plumbing. To drain a spa or hot tub, look for the drainage port or hose.

How do you maintain a hot tub when not in use?

Hot tub temperature when not in use If you’re not going to be using your hot tub for an extended period, avoid turning it off completely and keep it at a lower temperature of around 30°C. Turning off your hot tub isn’t necessary as this can use more energy when reheating it and will be less cost efficient.

Can you empty a hot tub in winter?

Draining Your Hot Tub For Winter Although we recommend using your hot tub as normal during winter, some users will prefer to winterise (drain and turn off) their spa. Ensuring a thorough drain of your hot tub using a submersible pump or the gravity drain built-in to your hot tub.

What do you clean an empty hot tub with?

Clean the Spa Shell

• Spray your hot tub shell with hot tub cleaner, diluted white vinegar, or diluted bleach.
• Use a soft cloth or non-scratch nylon scrubber to remove residue.
• Rinse all the surfaces well, and drain all the rinse water to prevent foaming when you refill your spa.

Should I turn my hot tub off when not in use?

The answer is yes! Hot tubs are designed to be left on permanently and this is how they work best. Of course, they’ll need to be drained regularly but for the most part, they are left on 24/7.

Can I turn my lazy spa off at night?

Can I leave the spa on all the time? The spa can be left on, if the heater function is left on, the pump unit will maintain the temperature of the water for you. Please note that if the pump unit is not touched for a period of 72 hours the heater will switch off.

Can I leave my hot tub empty for a week?

Alternately, don’t drain it and leave it empty for extended periods. Water left in the pipes and equipment can grow bacteria biofilm, which is difficult to eradicate. Plus, without water, seals and gaskets become dry and begin to leak. Therefore, make sure to not leave your hot tub sitting empty.

Can I leave my lazy spa empty?

Don’t leave it un‑used If you leave your Lay‑Z‑Spa out in winter without using it, and the temperature drops below 4°C, the water could freeze within the pump and cause serious damage. Your water quality will also deteriorate and you may find a build‑up of unsightly mold.

Can you leave a spa pool empty?

Most regular spa pools with a standard water sanitation system, have to be completely drained and refilled several times a year. This means your spa water can last a whole year without having to be changed.