Marquis Spas DESTINY Owner's Manual page 46

S: Test water and adjust pH, alkalinity, and sanitizer as needed. Shock to
oxidize and destroy organics in the water.
P: Unfiltered particles or chemically saturated.
S: Use Water Clarifier to combine particles.
P: High total dissolved solids
S: Drain, clean, and refill the spa.
Chemical Odor
P: Too many chloramines/bromamines in the water.
S: Treat water with non-chlorine Spa Shock, then adjust sanitizer level as
necessary.
P: Dull looking water, difficult to manage. High total dissolved solids (TDS)
may be the cause.
S: Drain, clean and refill with fresh water.
Musty Odor
P: Not enough sanitizer in water – bacteria or algae in water.
S: Add sanitizer as necessary and shock. Readjust sanitizer level if necessary.
Yellow Water
P: Low pH and/or low alkalinity.
S: Test and adjust pH with pH and Alkalinity Increase. Adjust alkalinity if
necessary.
Foaming
P: High concentration of body oils, lotions or soaps, as well as excessive
organics.
S: Use Spa Defoamer and adjust pH and sanitizer as needed.
Scum Line in Spa
P: Body oils and dirt.
S: Use Glove Sponge to clean the spa. Test and adjust the sanitizer and
pH if necessary. Increase the clean up cycle.
No Sanitizer Reading
P: Sanitizer level is too low.
S: Shock and/or adjust Spa Frog® bromine cartridge until the sanitizer
registers in the recommended range.
P: Test strip remains "white" even after sanitizer has been added.
S: Sanitizer level could be extremely high. It can bleach the reagents on the
test strip and give a false reading. Remove spa cover and activate jets
and air control. Allow jets to run for 30 minutes. Test water to see if
desired level has been reached. Adjust Spa Frog® bromine cartridge to
reduce bromine level.
High Sanitizer Reading
P: Too much chlorine or bromine added or dispensed into the spa.
S: Remove spa cover and activate jets and air control. Allow jets to run for
30 minutes. Test water to see if desired level has been reached. Adjust
Spa Frog® bromine cartridge to reduce bromine level.
Eye or Skin Irritation
P: Contaminants or excessive amount of chloramines/bromamines in water.
S: Treat water with Spa Shock. Adjust sanitizer level.
P: pH is low.
S: Adjust as needed.
Corrosion of Metal
P: Low pH.
S: Adjust pH with pH and Alkalinity Increase.
Green Water/Algae
P: Low sanitizer level or high pH.
S: Adjust pH, shock and/or adjust Spa Frog® bromine cartridge as necessary.
Erratic pH
P: Alkalinity and/or calcium hardness are too low causing pH "bounce".
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S: Test and adjust alkalinity and/or calcium hardness to bring into ideal range.
MAINTENANCE
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
1. Removing Debris
Remove any debris and leaves from the Vortex skimmers and suction
guard(s) on the inside of the spa. Blocked intakes can impede the flow of
water through the jetting system.
2. Water Level
Replenish the water level if necessary so that it is approximately two-thirds
up the Vortex skimmer opening. (See STARTING YOUR SPA.) Low and
high water levels can damage your spa. It is important to check your water
level often.
MONTHLY MAINTENANCE
1. Filter Care
We cannot stress enough the importance of a clean filter for proper water
filtration. Dirty filters can restrict water flow, cause hazy water, and prevent
your chemicals from working properly. Dirty filters can also cause low flow
from jets, poor water clarity and sensors to activate error codes. It is
important to clean filters regularly. Many water treatment products clear or
clarify the water by clumping microscopic particles and minerals together so
that these larger particles can be effectively trapped in the filter. A filter
clogged with debris and calcium deposits does not trap particles properly.
Soak your filter cartridges in Filter Cleaner monthly.
The Maintenance Reminder on the spa-side Control Panel indicates a CL
every 30 days to remind you to clean your filter.
Removing the Filter
Turn the RCD power off to the spa. Grasp the edge of the Vortex skimmer
lid or Waterfall, pull up firmly, but gently, to remove it.
Turn the filter cartridge counterclockwise to unscrew it from its base. Lift out
the filter cartridge.
Use a hose to clean the filter cartridge and Filter Cleaner to soak the filters.
NOTE: Keep an extra set of filters on hand so you always have a clean set
ready for immediate spa enjoyment. Remember to replace the filter
cartridges at least once a year.
Reinstalling the Filter
Repeat the steps above in reverse. Do not over tighten the filter as it may cause
the threads on the bottom to strip and fail to hold the filter in place. When
replacing the Waterfall, center the top over the raised filter ring and press down
firmly until the top snaps into place. (See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS,
Filter Cartridges.)
CAUTION: Over-tightening of the filter can cause the filter or filter housing to
crack. Tighten filter until it is just snug.
NOTE: Filters and filter lids do not qualify for labor coverage. These parts can
be purchased or exchanged under warranty at your authorized Marquis Spas®
dealer.
Leakage Detection
Open the equipment door and check for signs of water leakage around the
pump(s). Pump seals wear out over time, especially with improper water
chemistry. Pump seals, heater gaskets and pump gaskets must be checked each
month to ensure they are not leaking. Further damage caused by a leak from
any component is not covered under the warranty.
EVERY THREE TO FOUR MONTHS
Draining and Filling the Spa
On average, a spa needs to be drained every three to four months. After months
of continually adding chemicals to the water and introducing body oils and
lotions, the water can be difficult to manage and chemicals are not as effective
as usual. You may also notice excessive foaming. More frequent draining may be
required depending on use.
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