In cold climates where freezing temperatures occur, special care is required to prevent the possibility of damage to the spa, plumbing and equipment due to freezing.

If you plan on using your spa during cold months, be sure your the spa in proper working order. The spa shell has been insulated to provide efficient operation in cold weather areas.

If you do not intend to use your spa during the winter months and there is danger of freezing, the spa must be winterized! You must do the following:

• Turn off all electrical power to the spa.
• Drain the spa through all of the drain hoses. The drain hoses will not drain off all of the water. You may use a wet-vac to remove the remaining water from the spa. R.V. antifreeze should be added to any remaining water in the spa through the bottom of the skimmer and through the jets. If antifreeze is used, it must be an inhibitor Propylene Glycol.
• Be sure to drain all drain hoses.
• The filter should be drained, and the cartridge removed and cleaned.
• Check to see that there is no water in the heater element chamber and pump.
• Clean your spa as per previous maintenance instructions.
• Cover your spa with a waterproof, water-shedding, impenetrable cover. Your spa thermal-hard cover will not prevent all moisture from getting into the spa.

Please note:

If you elect not to drain your spa and the temperature is going to be below freezing for extended periods of time, especially 0° F (-19.4°C) and sub zero, it is best to operate the spa heater at high temperature (95°–104°F) (35°-40°C). If the tub is not going to be used and kept in the 100°F (38°C)range, you may have problems if your power goes out. It is wise during these bad weather periods to set the thermostat higher. This will keep the spa water from freezing quickly if you have a power failure. You should check your spa frequently during this time to insure proper operation.

Warning: Turn off electrical supply before removing cabinet panels.