Ideally, when a spa is filled for the very first time a shock dose of a BioGuard® SPA oxidiser should be added, with the spa circulation and aeration turned on. You should allow the system to operate for a couple of hours, before draining the spa and rinsing the interior surfaces. If this is not possible, based on local water usage guidelines, follow the steps below. Always read and follow label directions on each package. Apply correctly measured dosages following the application directions on the label.
1. As the spa is filing with water, add BioGuard® SPA Defence to prevent stains caused by metals in the water, whilst protecting spa equipment.
2. Once the spa is filled, start equipment following manufacturer's directions. Apply BioGuard® SPA Crystal Clear and allow the water to circulate for about five minutes.
3. If using either the Perfect Balance Method or Mineral Balance Method, follow the recommendations on your computerised water analysis from Splash Water. These recommendations are personalised for your water and spa. Use either BioGuard® SPA Perfect Balance, or the correct Mineral Balancing chemicals. Be sure to wait the indicated time between the addition of balancing products.
4. Allow the water to circulate for approximately 30 minutes, then add BioGuard® SPA Purity to initially oxidise the water. BioGuard® SPA Armour or Chlorinated Concentrate can also be used to oxidise the water.
5. Add the initial dose of your preferred Spa Care Sanitiser as detailed in start up directions on label.
6. Once you have established a bromine residual of 4 - 6 ppm, or chlorine residual of 2 - 3 ppm, apply Natural Chemistry Spa Perfect.