Water in your spa can only be treated for three to four months. After that the water needs to be dumped and refilled with new tap water and the initial start up procedure repeated.
This article explains the steps required to empty, refill and sanitise your spa water.
How often should I drain my spa?
As a guide, water should be changed every three to six months in portable spas and 12 to 18 months for swim spas or as required.
How to empty and replace the water in your spa
As explained above, spa water should be changed every three to six months, while swim spa water can be replaced every 12 to 18 months or as required.
Before emptying your spa, make sure to read the following steps carefully and thoroughly.
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