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Hot tub filters need to be cleaned regularly for optimum performance and extended life span. For years, hot tub users have tried various ways to clean the filters in spas and hot tubs. One of the most common practices of cleaning these filters is to remove the filter cartridge from the tub and wash it with water. Washing filters with plain water helps to eliminate dirt, dust, hair, leaves and other types of debris. However, other particles and contaminants such as oil, sun tan lotions and so forth tend to clog the pores of the filters. As it is quite difficult to remove these particles from the filters, it is essential to use a spray on the cartridge cleaner. The cartridges can also be soaked overnight for best results.
Spray-on cartridge cleaners can facilitate in cleaning the clogged filter pores. This helps to extend the life of the spa filters. Most of these spray formulations are specifically manufactured to clean small particles which include sediments and oils. It is essential not to use water in high pressure as it can permanently damage the filters.
There are different types of filter cleaners available today. There are overnight filter cleaning solutions which can be sprayed on the filters to unclog the pores. These solutions cleanse the filters thoroughly. It is essential to clean the pores of the filters every two weeks. Use a cleaning solution every two to three months to soak the filters.
Although some people prefer to use vinegar to clean the spa filters, it reduces the pH level if it is left in the filters unwashed. Rinse the filters with a good garden hose and soak it in filter cleaning solutions every month for optimum results. However, it is essential to wash the filters thoroughly before fixing it in the spas again.
The use of certain chemicals can further clog the pores of the filters. Therefore such filters must be cleaned and replaced often to avoid functional issues. Operating a clogged filter over a long period of time can cause the spa pump to function harder which can eventually overheat and damage the spa.
Spray-on cartridge cleaners can facilitate in cleaning the clogged filter pores. This helps to extend the life of the spa filters. Most of these spray formulations are specifically manufactured to clean small particles which include sediments and oils. It is essential not to use water in high pressure as it can permanently damage the filters.
There are different types of filter cleaners available today. There are overnight filter cleaning solutions which can be sprayed on the filters to unclog the pores. These solutions cleanse the filters thoroughly. It is essential to clean the pores of the filters every two weeks. Use a cleaning solution every two to three months to soak the filters.
Although some people prefer to use vinegar to clean the spa filters, it reduces the pH level if it is left in the filters unwashed. Rinse the filters with a good garden hose and soak it in filter cleaning solutions every month for optimum results. However, it is essential to wash the filters thoroughly before fixing it in the spas again.
The use of certain chemicals can further clog the pores of the filters. Therefore such filters must be cleaned and replaced often to avoid functional issues. Operating a clogged filter over a long period of time can cause the spa pump to function harder which can eventually overheat and damage the spa.