Clearwater CH0018 Lay-Z-Spa Chemical Starter Kit for Hot Tub and Spa Water Treatment (Includes Chlorine, pH Minus, pH Plus, Foam Remover and Test Strips)

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According to the CDC, in 2003-2012, the median estimated number of people visiting hospitals for chemical–associated injuries per year was over four thousand. Injuries were caused due to several reasons such as improper ratios and unsafe chemical storage [ 8]. Consider using clearwater hot tub chemical starter kits to increase the pH level. In that case, using pH plus comes in handy. Add two teaspoons per 1000 gallon water. Use a jug to dissolve warm water and distribute evenly throughout the tub water. Leave for a minimum of 2 hours and then retest the water to ensure that the pH level is between 7.2-7.6. Add more if needed.

From our research, we also derived some important safety considerations for parents using the hot tub for their children. The following rules are based on recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics, US Medicine National Institutes of Health and The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (APSP) [ 1– 4]: At first glance, it might seem that storing chemicals is pretty straightforward. I mean how hard could it be right? — Perhaps you just put the chemicals where there’s free storage space and take them from there when needed. However, it’s not that simple. If not stored properly, hot tub chemicals can lose their efficiency and pose serious risks for your health.

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The hot tub chemical starter kit for clearwater is all you need to ensure that your water is safe and relaxing. This starter kit has won many awards and helps prepare your hot tub with clear and healthy water. The main aspects of hot tub maintenance are associated with water balancing, sanitizing, and oxidizing. These complex terms mean simple things. This chemical helps prevent the buildup of scale and calcium on surfaces by neutralizing the metals and other trace minerals in your water. This is especially good to use if you've got hard water, as it can help prevent any nasty calcium deposits around your jet nozzles. To maintain perfect pH levels in a hot tub, you'll need both an acid (increaser) and alkali (decreaser) on hand depending on which way your spa is out of range. That said, although my starter kit came with equal amounts of pH increaser and decreaser, I've actually not had to use any increaser at all! Andersson, M. (April 11, 2018) Early life swimming pool exposure and asthma onset in children – a case-control study. US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health. Retrieved from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5896097/

I wrote a detailed guide on how to use it and really get your spa clean (inside and out) before you fill it up again. Filter Cleaner Remember I mentioned household chemicals? Here's one case where that applies. When you need to raise TA, a cheap and easily available alkaline product is sodium bicarbonate, which is just baking soda. This is literally the same chemical you'll find sold as TA Increaser, except it's much more expensive when sold as a branded spa product. Sanitizing (chlorine or bromine). The purpose of a sanitizer is to kill germs in the water. You should add a sanitizer after using the hot tub to purify the water and make it bacteria-free. But, these kits often include unnecessary extras which can lead to wastage and higher costs. For most people, it's actually better to buy individual chemicals separately so that you get only what you need. So, how did we prepare our lists? We recently conducted research based on the experience of hundreds of hot tub owners and came up with our lists of necessary chemicals while also taking into account all the health risks involved when using chemicals.Maintain the right temperature. Hot tub chemicals can be damaged by extremely high or low temperatures. The best temperature for storing hot tub chemicals is 55-70°F (12-20°C). Test strips. Well-balanced water is the key to safe spa procedures. Test strips are an essential tool used in water balancing. Thanks to them, you can figure out what kind of chemicals (e.g. pH decreaser, pH increaser, TA increaser) you need to add to make the water clean and safe. If you face water problems like different colored water (green, yellow, white) or foaming of the water, test strips will help to find a reason that you can deal with. According to the research of the American Academy of Pediatrics, kids are likely to have chlorine sensitivity. Symptoms include red eyes, breathing problems, chest tightness, wheezing, a stuffy or runny nose, and sneezing. Doctors recommend taking a shower to eliminate mild symptoms. There are also corticosteroid creams and antihistamines which can help deal with chlorine sensitivity but always consult with your pediatrician first [ 4]. Korioth, T. (June, 2015) Pool health: Recognize signs of recreational water illnesses. American Academy of Pediatrics. Retrieved from: https://www.aappublications.org/content/36/6/36.6

Ulane, V. (January 5, 2004) Soakers beware: Those hot tub warnings may be overstated. Los Angeles Times. Retrieved from: https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2004-jan-05-he-themd5-story.html There are common household alternatives to some spa chemicals which are usually much cheaper than the branded versions. For example, baking soda can be used to raise total alkalinity in your spa. I'll be sure to include these in this article whenever there's a chance to save some money. Kit manufacturers are of course not going to tell you this because they make more money if you buy their branded products (even when they're selling you the exact same chemical). I have full guides on how to use bromine or chlorine in your spa, based on my experience over the years. Floating Tablet Dispenser A pH level that is too high will reduce sanitizer efficiency and cause cloudy water in the long run. This will result in scale formation on the hot tub’s surface and will require a filter replacement. A high pH level is a cause behind many skin and eye irritations; since it reduces the sanitizer’s efficiency. Remember, contaminated water that is full of bacteria can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea too.pH Increaser. This product should be added when the pH level is less than 7.2. A pH level that is too low is dangerous for your health and hot tub’s condition. A low pH level makes the skin dry and causes eye irritation. Both high and low pH levels do not allow a sanitizer to work at its full potential and lead to germs accumulation. As for the hot tub’s condition, a low pH level can result in corroded metal parts (e.g. pump, heater). You also risk bleaching an obvious ring around the shell, especially if you have an acrylic spa. Granules don't have this issue because they're closer to neutral than Trichlor tabs. Parts per million (ppm) is how chlorine is measured in. On average, chlorine levels should be between 1.5 and 3.0 ppm. 2. pH Minus Keep chemicals out of the reach of children. There are many cases of chemical irritants inhalation. If a child swallows or inhales certain chemicals like chlorine, it can cause serious poisoning. Prevention is better than cure. Ensure that all chemicals are out of the reach of children. In this article I'll show you exactly what chemicals to buy for your new hot tub (and exactly how to add chemicals to your hot tub for the first time) so that you don't end up wasting money on unnecessary products which you may never use.