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glossary
ppm – Parts per million. The measurement of
chemical concentration in the water.
Sanitizer – Any product or device that kills bacteria
living in the water.
Shock – Also known as shocking or oxidation.
Shocking oxidizes used up chloramines and brom-
amines in the water that cause odor and irritation.
Shock Treatment – Rids the water of chloramines
or bromamines through oxidation (shocking).
Water Balance – The interrelation of factors which
determine the quality of spa water. The effectiveness
of chemicals and additives is dependent on other
chemicals or water characteristics present in the spa
water. Chemicals, minerals, or other substances vary
depending on your municipal water system, ground
well, or other water supply.
Water Test Strip – An accurate dip test that
measures the spa water for sanitizer, pH, and
alkalinity levels.
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