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Overview:

Test your spa pH weekly.  It is simple to adjust.  When the pH falls below 7.2 add BaquaSpa pH Decreaser.  Please refer to the following tables.

Raising pH with Baqua Spa pH Increaser
To Raise
pH from:

Spa Volume (gallons)

100 200 400 1000
below 6.8 1/4 oz. 1/2 oz. 3/4 oz. 1 1/2 oz.
6.8 - 7.0 1/8 oz. 1/4 oz. 1/2 oz. 1 1/4 oz.

 

Lowering pH with Baqua Spa pH Decreaser
To Lower
pH from:

Spa Volume (gallons)

100 200 400 1000
8.2 + 3/4 oz. 1 oz. 1 3/4 oz. 4 1/4 oz.
8.2 1/2 oz. 3/4 oz. 1 1/2 oz. 3 3/2 oz.
8.0 1/4 oz. 1/2 oz. 1 oz. 2 oz.
7.8 1/8 oz. 1/4 oz. 1/2 oz. 1 oz.

Total Alkalinity:  The amount of buffer present in the water.  These buffers prevent drastic changes in pH, called "pH Bounce."

Calcium Hardness:   All water contains some natural hardness, which may vary by geographical region.  Calcium Hardness is the amount of dissolved calcium that ends up in the spa water. 

Metals:  Metals can enter the water through corrosion of surfaces caused by low mineral content, or in fill water.  It is important that no metals be present in your spa water at any time.  A regular dose of BaquaSpa Stain and Scale Control will help keep metals from becoming a problem.

Total Dissolved Solids:  Total Dissolved Solids, or TDS, is the total amount of material dissolved in your spa water.   Although TDS concentration has little effect on water balance, a level above 1000 ppm may cause problems with water clarity, sanitizer efficiency, eye irritation, and water taste.

Summary of Recommended Ranges for Water Balance
pH 7.2 - 7.8
Total Alkalinity 80 - 120 ppm
Calcium Hardness 200 - 400 ppm
Metals None
Total Dissolves Solids Not to exceed 2000 ppm
Water Temperature Not to exceed 104 degrees
Baqua Spa Sanitizer 30 - 50 ppm

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