I have followed all the videos , i have found that the hot tub uses a lot ot chlorine granuals, i can have it at an aceptable level in the evening (not used) then nothing next morning. I have the same tub as in your vids
Hi Adam thank you again for another great video unfortunately I have put our hot tub away for this year but hopefully we will get it out in the next year and be much better on how to set up and keep it safe. Thank you again
Hi thanks for the video I watch it regularly to remind my self of waht to do. Sadly I have a slow puncture in my hot tub I can't find where the air is coming out but it doesn't seem to be with in the hot tub. Any idea's how to find a slow air leak?
Hi Adam. Thanks for the info. Brand new to this. Hot tub was installed and filled 48 hours ago. The ph and TA are still high. I’ve added some ph reducer but just wonder how long it can take to be effective?
Hi Adam Thanks so much for your really helpful guide. However! What I need to know is…is the balancing a constant battle and something that never gets to correct levels. I’ve had my lazy spa 3 days now and have not got all 3 levels in the recommended ranges. I get chlorine right, and then alk and ph goes down! So frustrating. But if I need to adjust my mindset to one that is of constant balancing then I’m happy. Hope that makes sense?! Thanks again
I've made a newer video that explains better how to get the correct levels across TA and PH. Hope this helps: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-P9ba2cbmh2E.html
Dear Fran, I have a saltwater system from Intex (which produces chlorine from salt, which is way less aggressive than before), we all suffered from chlorine, now its no problem to stay in the pool for a prolonged time. Also when I get the feeling it needs some more disinfection, I add some active oxygen tabs with a swimmer (e.g. when not using the pool for a week or two). Cheers 😎
Hi Adam, great vids. I’m a bit paranoid of leaving the hot tub on all the time. If I leave the temp on say, 33c, then turn it up a few hours before use, is this the best way to do it? Any tips? I don’t want to turn it off then have to reheat each time I use it. Cheers
Another excellent video. Thanks Adam, especially for addressing the topic of bromine vs chlorine. I have sensitive skin and I think I will now switch to bromine.
Hi Adam, thanks for these videos you explain it much better than other sources of info, can I ask you a question, There is like a white slime or film in the water, should the water be emptied an refilled or could shocking the water clear it and also what’s the best way to prevent this, thanks again for the great videos.
MrChrisLiverpool if you’re getting slime or film, usually that’s from the chlorine levels being too low or the people using the hot tub not having a shower before getting in the tub. You can try shocking it to see if it fixes it, if not then replace the water.
top video adam thank you i have just bought my first hot tube i panic a bit on how much air should be in i got a 6 person square and always think its going to go BANG lol cant seam to find any info on it
Hi Adam I just recently come to a lazy spa hot tub and I came across your videos on how to maintain my question is do you how do you clean the filters and the pipes
The inside of the pipes shouldn’t need a clean. The filters stop debris going in and the chlorinated water should keep them free of build up. The filters can be rinsed under a tap to clean off. After a while they start to become more clogged/dirty and need replacing.
Found both videos very helpful thank you I’m just wondering after the first shock how long do you have to leave it before using tablets and the dispenser TIA
Once you get the levels right, it should remain ok for a few days or until you use it. So, you should start using the dispenser after first use or the following day - whichever comes first.
Great pair of videos to help us start. Got the Chlorine level right now, but Alkalinity is very high (~180) but PH is 6.8. If we try to reduce the alkalinity surely this will make the Ph go more acidic? Any advice gratefully received
Balancing the TA and PH is the trickiest bit really - especially when the TA is too high. Certain chemicals do a better job of adjusting one at a faster rate than the other. You can buy a specific TA reducer, that can be used in combination with PH+ if necessary, to get them both right.
I have watched both your videos (bother very helpful) and spent plenty of time playing with strips and chemicals. As mid week hot tub don't really happen around work etc the hot tub sits empty, then filled from hot tap so is full and ready to use in under 2 hours. Then normally leave filled over the weekend then drain till next use. I'm wondering for 2 of us using for a couple of days how much need to worry about chemicals? Normally start with 5-10g chorine when level of tub high enough to have pump and bubbles to mix them while filling, then add 5g the next day if going to use in evening, and again for following evening. Thinking to swap to bromine aswell. But for limited use don't want to be fighting chemicals to get right. Have filled no chemicals and drained just for a evening, but like idea of having ready for a few days.
Really useful, thanks. One additional question I have is how often do I need to clean the filter of my inflatable hot tub? Do I need to clean it after each use? And if so, is this easy to do whilst the water is still in the hot tub? Thanks
yeah, take it out and give a good clean after every use - usually better to do the day afterwards. Run under a tap or put through dishwasher if really dirty.
Hi Adam. Another very helpful video, thank you. Sorry for a long winded question. Do you have any tips to prolong the life of the hot tub. I have bought a good quality, heavy duty Gazebo to cover the hot tub to protect it from direct sunlight during summer and also to protect it from colder weather, wind, rain etc, hoping that might help keep the running costs down a bit. We will drain and store it during winter but are there any other tips you can give me to give to prolonge the life of lay z spa Hawaii? Many thanks, Jim
A few general tips - keep it clean and chemicals balanced, avoid sitting on the walls, and protect from cold and sunlight. I got a couple of small holes in mine from creases put into it when folded up for winter - I might store mine in the garage still lightly inflated this winter to avoid issues.
@@SailingAquila Excellent advice Adam, especially about keeping it inflated during storage. The heavy duty Gazebo I have ordered with sides should give it a certain amount of protection from the sun and cold weather but as soon as the outside temperature gets to about 10°C it will be stored away. I wouldn't have thought about keeping it slightly inflated rather than folding as you say. I will also make sure the kids don't sit on the sides, another point I would not have thought of. With all these ingredients hopefully we'll get an extra couple of years out of it. Again, your videos have been priceless. I have learned so much from your videos. Thanks very much. Jim
You should clean the filters regularly as soon as they become dirty - often with discolouring, accumulation of hair etc. Usually, a rinse under a tap or with a hosepipe brings them back to a clean condition. If it's really dirty, some people put them in the dishwasher. In terms of replacing, it should only be needed if can't get it clean again.
Hi , I've been finding your videos so helpful as I was given a lazy spa hottub and there seems alot to learn! I wondered if you could help, we have a lazy spa vegas and black mold spots keep appearing on the lid and around the top (vinyl bit). I have checked the water balance and it seems ok, the ph is always low so I top that up. but I don't understand what is causing it? I'm now currently trying to clean it all off and start again but obviously I want to prevent it happening again. Any ideas? thanks
Hi Adam we find you information very helpfull weve gor a miami and it stopped with the EO 2 showing we changed the filter but it wouldnt restart even after resetting we are taking the egg off to clean the pump weve put the two black stoppers on but when undoing the Air jet connector the water just floods out please could you advise us many thanks Jo Stevens xxx
Hi Adam my Spa oracle :-) 2 question you might have answered somewhere else... If I use my spa 4 times a week in average and do it around 5 months, do I have to change the water and how often... And another thing. Do you have a smart way to clean the bottom without having a watervacuum-cleaner. And thanks again for your RU-vid channel :-) Steen
If the water is kept clean, you can avoid needing to change it for a long time. Some people keep the same water for the whole season. For me, if using 4 times a week, I'd replace the water every month or so. I use a net to keep the bottom of the tub clean of bits or scoop out some bits by hand.
My water has been maintained since new, however it has gone cloudy overnight, The clarifier is not working other than a complete empty what else can you suggest?
Great videos Adam, especially for the likes of my family that have never owned a got tub before. Really hope you reply and I hope this isn't a daft question but on the initial chemical set up, on adding each chemical in turn whether it be chlorine shock, alkalinity builder, ph plus or minus should we be running the filter, heater or both to help mix each chemical before waiting an hour to retest the levels? Thanks, Mike.
You don’t have to run anything, but the filter/heater will both help mix it better. Normally, you’ll have the heater on anyway as you’re likely to be getting it up to temperature.
@@SailingAquila Thank you so much for the reply. Makes perfect sense to have the heater and filter running. Will make sure I follow your instructions/priority..... Chlorine shock to correct level. Total alkalinity. Ph level. Thanks again, really appreciated.
Hello Adam 👋 I just purchased at inflatable hot tub on 4-25-20 and this is my first time having a hot tub,I don't mean to sound stupid but when not in use what should the filter be on and should I keep the heater on 24/7 ? Also it's been up & running now for us only 2days and so far I have left the heater on so it could obviously heat up after I filled it & I have left the little filter button on also 24/7. By the way I love the videos they really helped me especially because I am a first time buyer. I did go with bromine because my daughter is allergic to many chemicals and eventually I would like to go to salt water like our Coleman pool that we converted. Do you have any suggestions on going to salt? Here's one of the chemicals my daughter is allergic to- propolene glycol...
I've not used salt myself, so don't have much advice to offer. Sorry. I have read it''s a good method for those with sensitive skin and adds buoyancy to the water too.
You should wait an hour or two between adding each chemical, and make sure you give a good blast of the jets/bubbles to mix thoroughly. If you’ve left if a couple of hours since adding and the levels look right, you can jump right into the tub!
Hi Adam...not being hot tubbing long so could I ask your advice. We appear to be lint or fluff on the inside pleats of our filters.( the clean or pump side of the filter) And there it get stuck. If you look through the centre hole a separate the pleats you can see it. Cannot understand why its on the inside. Never run the tub without a filter and change it daily. Any ideas?
Hi Adam i purchased the hawaii pro and found your videos very helpful , i do have a question that im unable to find an answer for in line and wondered if you can help, i filled the spa and shock treated Chlorine lever was high 15ppm but came down to 5ppm but there is a water stain mark around the pool that doesnt wipe off ..... any suggestions?
Only things you've probably tried already - scouring pad and detergent. Maybe try a kitchen surface cleaner with bleach in, but unsure to rinse off well before refilling tub.
I am new to all this. Your video was very helpful. I put chlorine in and got the level okay and the rest ph and alkalinity look okay too does this sound right. I thought I would have to put some ph in the water . I just want to make sure I have it right.
If the test strips say the levels are ok on all three - chlorine, ph and ta - you should be good to go. I go into more detail on this first video I did - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ityG_ipC_gw.html
Hi Adam,thanks for the videos, so helpful. When I go on holiday before i switch the lazy spa miami off, do you need to put chemicals in so water stays clean while your away ?
i noticed that you can instantly render to 0 any chlorine with ascorbic acid aka. vitamin c powder. I did that, instantly when from super high- because i messed up, to 0. hope this helps
Wish I'd seen this before following the clearwater instructions. I still haven't been able to use my hot tub, as I put too much chlorine in and now all 3 levels are too high and I can't seem to reduce them. Pease could you advise how I reduce the chlorine and alkaline levels? I have tried using the PH decreases but that's not working.
Hi we are on day 1 of our tub in use and suddenly only quarter of the airjets bubble but its cuts out within couple mins does anyone know what the fault could be? Water level is fine chemicals fine I even rinsed the filter and put back on? It worked fine for couple hours, it's still heating etc. Help please. Adam great information in your videos helped alot with set up.
Hi Adam, liking your straight forward and informative videos. I’m a new hot tub owner and just finding my way with all the hot tub chemistry. Can I ask if it’s ok to alter the chlorine and Total alkalinity levels at the same time, or would I have to do one followed by the other. Thanks, Steve
Motor Wayz you can do this, yes. However, I’d suggest doing separately the first couple of times to get a feel for how much of each to use. Once you get the hang of it, then you can estimate more accurately and do both at once.
Hi Adam very informative clip. I have an intex inflatable spa, after using it the other day I forgot to put the chlorine dispenser back in and over night the walls of the tub have gone a bright yellow green colour I’ve tried to scrub it off and can’t seem to get it clean any idea what product will clear this off. Tia
I've not had this problem myself, but most stains on hot tubs come off by scrubbing with a cloth. As this hasn't worked, I'd try using a kitchen or bathroom cleaning spray, moving up to a tiny bit of bleach if still struggling. It's also worth trying a more abrasive cloth like a foam scourer, or you can buy hot tub specific pads. In all instances, give the tub a good rinse off with clean water afterwards to get rid of the cleaning spray/bleach before refilling. Good luck.
Hi Adam, We have only had our hot tub a few days , we shocked it and then waited for chlorine level to come down before using,now after the first use it is showing no chlorine reading, although I have added more granules this morning and the pH and total alkalinity are high, I have tried to use the pH minus , no change, So do I need to use the pH plus first to lower alkalinity? Is that correct? I'm so confused and all I want is for it to be safe for us..And how much chlorine after each use is needed in your opinion? Thank you for your video and help..
What if I didn’t shock the water when I first filled the hot tub? I’m now struggling to even get a chlorine reading but I can smell it quite strong. Thanks
Hey Adam, thanks for your How To's. Ordered the same Hot Tub and was delivered today :) i want to maintain the water with Salt, but didn't found "official" information about - and if the tub or filter/pump got damaged by the salt. Do you know some official information about the usage? 2nd Question, could i user every pool-chermicals from the diy store or are they different? (Multichlor, Longterm Chlor...) Thanks and keep lay-z ;)
I've not used salt myself, so am not sure on how to use - sorry. You're fine to get chemicals from anywhere really - DIY store, Amazon or where ever. It's essentially the same stuff - chlorine, PH+ and PH-. Follow the instructions with each chemical and you should be fine.
What routine would you recommend for the pump and maintenance of the heat levels when you’ve used the hot tub. I’ve been leaving the pump on constantly and through the night is there anything wrong with this or can it be just done when you using the tub?
There's no need to leave the pump on overnight. It will work to clean the water when heating and keeping the chemical levels right is more important. In terms of heating, again the chemicals will work even if you let the tub go cold overnight. If you're planning on using it within a day or so, some people like to set it to 25-30 and leave it on so that it's ready to use sooner. Hope that helps.
Hi Adam ,we have a lazy spa paris and have had to change the water because of biofilm,I have read that the water should be shocked one a week.Can I use granular shock instead of double dose chlorine granules ?
Hi i just wanted to ask u if i am maintaining chlorine levels with dispenser when do i need to do my weekly shock dose wont that increase chlorine in my tub as it was already being maintained
Buddy I need to fit a new non return valve I’ve got the new rubber washer disk but I can’t see a single viddie on getting the old one out and the new one in on our hot tub I have the same one as you, loads on the egg hot tubs, Inside the hot tub next to the filters etc is a white plastic bag thing in the shape of a snake the part i need to change is on the other side in the pipe to the top of the snake if your still with me lol does the head of the snake unscrew because that would make the job easy do you know the name of the snake ? Can’t find that white snake shape thing anywhere or what it’s called looked at every part online they never show it or explain the what ifs and buts cheers for your help buddy
Hi Adam. Thank you so much for the videos. I have a question, sorry if been asked already, I can't find it in the comments. After the first step with chlorine, TA is very very high (also pH levels). Do I just jump to the next step and go straight to the PH minus? Will that reduce both TA and pH level? Thanks!
Hi i really need help and hoping you can help . I got a inflatable hot tub and i followed the steps . Started with the alkeline and got that right . Then the ph all okay . Then the chlorine i shocked it and was fine the next day . We got in and out over the course of an hr . I tested it later and all the chlorine was gone ? Any suggestions
Thanks for the great videos. We’ve had our lay z spa for a week and can’t get the chlorine levels right ... it is correct on testing, we go in it then the next morning it is showing on the dip test as no chlorine even though we have tablets in the chem connect and its open to full . Having to adjust everyday with chlorine granuals which I thought was the whole point of the chem connect ? Any advice gratefully received
The tablets should be able to maintain the chlorine levels between uses and there shouldn't be the need to top up with granules too. That's assuming the TA and PH are both right as they help maintain the chlorine level a bit? I use a float rather than the ChemConnect, so wonder how well the ChemConnect adds chlorine in the water when the pump isn't on? Maybe try buying a tablet float and see if that helps? Sorry, not sure what else to advise...
Hi Adam we have watched both videos now... very informative and helpful to us as new users. We bought the Lay-Z-Spa Helsinki 2 days ago, which has the heating timer function. Is it generally more efficient to maintain the temperature constantly or heat up prior to each use? We are mindful that this draws quite a lot of power. Thanks Samantha
There are some complicated maths on this, and lots of variables like what the air temperature it, what electricity tariff you're on and how well insulated the tub is. However, I'd say the main point is that it depends on how long it's going to be before the next use and the below can be used as a rough guide: If you're using daily then keep at around 35 degrees and then boost up to 38-40 two to three hours before you want to use it. If it's every other day, maybe up to 2-3 days between use, then lower to 26 degrees and put up to 38-40 six or seven hours before you want to use it. If you're not going to be using it 3 or more days, then turn it off and reheat from cold.
Dear Adam.Can I put bromine tablets ( one tablet is 20g )for shocking water and how many?We have lay-z-spa st.moritz/1200 l.Thank you in advance for you help!Brgds from Zagreb🙂
Hello Adam, I have a question please. Do you have to put the 4 teaspoons of chlorine in every water change or can you just put enough in to set the level, I put in the 4 teaspoons of chlorine and level off the clock, I hope tomorrow the levels will start to come down so I can start to sort TA next then finally PH. Also in your video you mentioned a TA builder. I live in south west water region would you recommend to get a TA builder and how much would you add to around 1100Ltrs please
No it keeps coming back, I've found what I wear can make it worse, ie the kids may wear a t shirt in it n the washing powder n con seems to make it worse on larger clothing, the antifoam stuff is okay, not great
Hi Adam, I've noticed in the last few days that a couple of the blue tile effects on the hot tub floor have turned a yellowy green colour, looks like they've faded. Chemical levels are all ok. Have you ever come across this?
This could be fat build up, it is common in pools. Usually occurs on the water line though. Next time it is empty get some bicarbonate of soda, usually in the cooking isle in the supermarket, and use a bit of that with a scrub to see if it lifts it.
I’ve never used bath salts or other creams/oils, so can’t advise - sorry. I would suggest caution, especially with oils and creams. Only use products designed for a hot tubs and not those made for baths.
I've not had any problems using chlorine tablets. If used in a float dispenser and are kept to the right level, it should never be concentrated enough to hurt the hot tub.
My water is very cloudy, my daughter had gotten in with suncream on, is it possible to fix this? I have shocked with chlorine and ph plus to bring up the levels and I have cleaned and left the filter running all day! I only put the tub up a few days ago, Im sparingly using the water as Im on a meter 😬 is there anything else I should be doing? Thanks to anyone who can help 😊
Hi Adam i find that my total alkalinity is very low i put 30g of ph plus the other datin to get it up and it still low, do i just keep adding to it till it is right?
The water in my Vegas LayZ spa gets a little cloudy after a few uses. When it’s not in use, the cloudy bits settle on the floor of the spa.What is this and why does this happen after so few uses. I regularly check the water chlorine, alkalinity and ph and they are within the limits on the test strips.
It sounds like there could be particles in the water you're using, which could be related to the hard water you mention. Minerals in the water can be invisible when you first fill the tub and over a day or two can bind together and become more visible. There are a few things to try - you can simply try removing from the bottom of the tub when it's settled (with a fine net or one of those hot tub hoover accessories), you can get hot tub clarifier that will further bind the bits together so the filter will remove or you could try fitting a water filter to the tap you use for filling the tub (could be quite expensive!). Alternatively, it could be bits coming from the hot tub users. Always make sure they shower before use and don't bring bits into the tum on their feet.
Hi Adam thanks for the video we just set up the Paris hot tub yesterday did the chemicals wrong so now after me and the kids used it looked like horrible white film on water we all had showers before going in and now sun cream On ? I’ve now put in 4 teaspoons of the chlorine and put bubbles on for 2 hours now should I cover the spa while doing this or leave it ? And will this clean it all also the one that holds the chlorine tablets is connected to inside the pool so do I also add two tablets to this and leave this in while using pool ? Thanks Claire.
it doesn't matter too much if it's covered or not when sorting the chemicals. If you have the Chemconnect, then yes add 1-2 tablets to that too after you've shocked it - this will keep the chlorine topped up. It's probably best to close the vents on it when you are in the hot tub.
Adam About hi adam so this morning put two teaspoons of the granulas left it for an hour or so there was loads of bubbles I also looked at filter was horrible after just one day so change it to a new one are they easy to clean the filters ?
Have you watched this first video I did? ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ityG_ipC_gw.html My water often has a low TA. I use either PH+ or a specific TA Increaser.
@@SailingAquila Thanks Adam, we have found both videos really helpful. We took notes and keep referring to them! We were just bit unsure as the total alkalinity is continually low and wondered how to increase it. We were getting ourselves confused as we have scientific brains and were thinking about it too deeply! Thanks for the advice! Your videos are brilliant!
I've got high TA but also low pH! Can I mix in both ph minus and ph plus at the same time to try and reduce the TA _without_ also decreasing the pH further?
@@adamabout8017 Ah, in fact I tried a different brand of test strips and they told me my levels were spot on, so now I don't trust my test strips. Might get one of those electronic meters for a tie-breaker.
If you have low total alkalinity, then you use PH+ to resolve. Watch my original video for further details - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ityG_ipC_gw.html
Hi no I mean the flow through the in take for the cold water and when it comes out of the hot filter there is hardly any bubles comeing throug we have change the filters and redone all the pipes and after awhile it’s starts to bleep saying error 6can you help thanks carole
I assume you mean ‘hair’? It’s not a nice job, but you need to pull it all out - I do this by hand while running water over it. Otherwise, you’ll need to replace the filter.
How many graduates would you recommend rather than tablets I’ve tried to calculate how many graduates would equate to the same size as the tablets but I keep losing count... also you say people in your hot tub does that mean you’re having illegal hot tub parties?
Have a question. We have a new hot tub. I have shocked it. I keep bromine tabs in chem connect on wall. We tested and ph is very high and it reads no chlorine/bromine. Bromine tablets appear to not dissolved at all since placing them several days ago. I removed the chem connect and added more chlorine but still says no chlorine. It is now green tinged and slimy. I don’t know what to do. Help!!
Firstly, bromine and chlorine should never be used together. Always use only one or the other. The green slime suggests low chlorine/bromine. Not sure if using together has stopped the test strip from working properly? Also, and I don't have one myself, I'm uncertain how the ChemConnect adds to the water if the hot tub is turned off. I guess with the vents open it works like a float? Finally, I suggest replacing the water. Give the tub a good wash out when empty and try once more.
Hi Adam, would you recommend always using the Clearwater products or could you use alternatives as slot of places seem to be out of stock of the Clearwater. Cheers
thanks for your reply, also how long do you have to wait before you can use the spa after you put in pH plus or pH minus or even the daily chlorine tablets? Thanks
once you get the levels right, you can use straight away. it's usually ok if you're only a small bit out and have added a small amount of chemicals too.
Stephanie Guilmenot are you are asking why not cut out the chemicals altogether? Standing water becomes a breeding ground for bacteria and algae. As the water is warm, this accelerates the growth of these. Add the fact that people are sitting in it and shedding body oils, skin etc. The chemicals are essential to keep the water safe for people to use it otherwise you would be having to change the water every few days.
As other comments are suggesting, using fresh, clean water would require emptying and refilling for every use. Otherwise, bacteria would accumulate very quickly and the water would become very unpleasant within a day or two. Using chemicals is an essential part of keeping the water clean and safe for everyone using a hot tub.
