ProTeam Spa
“A note as from a single place,
A slender tinkling fall that made
Now drops that floated on the pool
Like pearls, and now a silver blade”
-Robert Frost
A poem; thoughtfully-crafted words flowing with rythm and harmony can transport you to a place of tranquility, relaxation and comfort.
The Pearl Blue Simplicity of ProTeam Spa also offers tranquility, relaxation and comfort in all of its thoughtfully-crafted products. Each pearl-blue bottle offers simple-to-use yet powerful tools to keep your spa or hot tub experience as peaceful, tranquil and comfortable as possible.
No matter why you use your spa or when you are using it, you are relaxing by submerging yourself in water – hot water. Whether you are enjoying the spa by yourself or with a group of people, you want to make sure that the water inside is fresh and clean. This information has been compiled to help you understand how easy and stress-free water maintenance can be. Our line of safe and unique ProTeam Spa products has been specifically formulated for the harsh conditions of spas and hot tubs. With periodic maintenance you will be confident that throughout the years, your spa will provide clean, safe fun for you and your guests. The periodic use of these products will make your spa experience easy and stress free. Our products are compatible with all types of spas/hot tubs. As with any chemical, please read the complete application instructions on the container before using. If you have any questions, please contact your authorized ProTeam Products Dealer or call us at 800.333.0400.
“She is mine own,
And I as rich in having such a jewel
As twenty seas, if all their sand were pearl,
The water nectar, and the rocks pure gold.”
-William Shakespeare
Calculate the size of your spa
Knowing the size of your spa is important. So if you are not sure how many gallons of water are in your spa, use the appropriate calculator below to get an approximate idea.
Square/Rectangle Spa
Round Spa
Oval Spa
Step 1. First Things First
To ensure a safe and clean spa, your water must be balanced and proper levels of sanitizer must be maintained. The following will help you develop a maintenance regimen that will minimize effort and maximize enjoyment.
Always follow your manufacturer's instructions for starting your spa and hot tub equipment. As you fill your spa with fresh water, use one ounce of ProTeam Spa Metal Magic for every 100 gallons of water. This will prevent any scaling or staining problems.
Step 2. Water Balance
Although your spa holds a fraction of the amount of water found in swimming pools, it must be treated with the same care for water balance and sanitation. Testing your water periodically is as important as treating your water. It should be performed each time the spa is used and in all cases at least weekly.
Maintaining proper water balance will ensure maximum results from your sanitizer and complete enjoyment of your spa/hot tub. Once your spa/hot tub is filled, test your water with your test kit or have it tested by your authorized ProTeam dealer.
Adjust pH to 7.4 - 7.6 by using ProTeam Spa pH Up or ProTeam Spa pH Down.
Use ProTeam Spa Alkalinity Up to adjust total alkalinity within the ranges of 80 - 120.
Finally, using ProTeam Spa Metal Magic will help you remove calcium and other metals from your water.
Step 3. Sanitizer
After allowing water to circulate about 30 minutes, add ProTeam Brominating Tablets. Bromine performs more quickly than other methods of sanitizers to kill germs, bacteria, micro-organisms, organics, and algae, resulting in rapid destruction and oxidation.
After a few hours, check your Bromine levels; they should be between 3-5 ppm. Finish the process with ProTeam Gentle Spa, which reduces the risk of possible eye and skin irritations, and because it is pH neutral, it leaves your water refreshingly soothing.
Your start up treatment is now complete.
Step 4. Ideal Ranges for Residential Spas
pH
7.4 - 7.6
Bromine
3.0-5.0 ppm
Free Chlorine
3.0-5.0 ppm
Calcium Hardness
200-400 ppm
Metals
0 ppm
Gentle Spa
50 ppm
Step 5. Daily Maintenance
When possible, operate your spa for at least three hours every day. Regular testing of bromine, pH, alkalinity, and calcium hardness is recommended to ensure proper levels are maintained.
Step 6. Weekly Maintenance
Using the following products will help ensure a cleaner, smoother running, more enjoyable spa/hot tub.
When your spa/hot tub is not in use, shock by adding one ounce of ProTeam Chlorine Free Spa Shock (pH neutral) for every 300 gallons of water. Your spa/hot tub will be ready for use in 15 minutes. ProTeam Spa Shock can be used to shock a spa/hot tub sanitized by bromine, chlorine, or copper/silver, and as a supplement for ozone.
ProTeam Spa Metal Magic will quickly remove iron, copper, silver, manganese and excessively high calcium hardness from your water. Use one ounce for every 100 gallons of water. You may use your spa immediately after treatment.
ProTeam Sky Blue Clarifier will maintain water clarity, increase filter efficiency, and restore sparkling blue water. Add one ounce per 100 gallons water. Spa use may continue during treatment.
Use ProTeam Gentle Spa at least once a week or with each use of your spa/hot tub. Add two ounces (one half capful) for every 150 gallons to continue enhancement of water quality and reduce eye and skin irritations. The clean, fresh fragrance will further enhance your spa/hot tub experience.
ProTeam Foam Fighter will break up unsightly foam in your spa/hot tub. Simply invert bottle and spray a small amount directly on the foam. Spas/hot tubs should be drained after three treatments due to build up.
Step 7. Periodic Maintenance
ProTeam Filter Magic will keep spa filters clean and support maximum filter efficiency. Use each time spa/hot tub water is replaced. Please see bottle for specific cleaning instructions for your individual filter type.
ProTeam Tile & Vinyl Cleaner will remove film, scale, grime, oils, and dirt from your spa/hot tub. Apply a small amount to a sponge or cloth and wipe over surface. ProTeam Tile & Vinyl Cleaner contains no abrasives and needs no brushing.
Step 8. The Final Step: Enjoyment!
Those are the basic steps for starting and maintaining your spa, so now it’s time to enjoy!
We suggest that you test the water weekly with simple-to-use ProTeam 6-way Test Strips to check for proper chemical levels. Also, bring a water sample to your ProTeam Dealer every 4-6 weeks for an in-depth analysis by the ProTeam Speed Lab. See your authorized ProTeam dealer for advice on regular maintenance.
The ProTeam promise is to bring you “refreshingly simple spa care.” By following your ProTeam dealer's advice, you will spend more time enjoying your spa and less time working on it.
So what are you waiting for? Go enjoy your spa with family and friends.