Keeping your filters clean is vital for the safety and longevity of your hot tub. Make sure you dedicate time to cleaning your filters to help keep the water in your hot tub fresh and sanitised. To help give you an idea of best practices for maintaining your filters, please refer to the filter maintenance schedule below:
Filter FAQs
How often should I clean my filters?
This will depend on your usage, but we recommend you clean them at least once every fortnight. Heavy use will mean your filters clog up quicker. However, the situation is different when you fill your hot tub
for the first time, or whenever you drain and refill your hot tub. In this instance, the filters may clog up within three-four days because of the small particles contained in tap water and any particles from
manufacturing/transport.
What will happen if I don’t clean my filters regularly enough?
Failure to clean your filters may restrict water flow causing the hot tub to automatically shut down. The following diagnostic messages may appear on your touchpad if your filters are dirty; FLO, Heater Dry, LF, DR, OHH, or -- (two lines). To confirm that the filters are the cause of the problem, remove them and run the hot tub for a few minutes to see if the message clears. If the message still does not clear, try switching the hot tub off whilst the filters are removed, and then back on again.
Please note, you MUST NOT run the hot tub without filters. If the message still appears after trying these measures, please contact a member of the Aguaflo team to arrange a visit from a technician.
How do I clean my filters?
To clean your filters, we recommend using a hot tub filter cleaner. For optimum results, spray the filter evenly with an instant filter cleaner, wait 15 minutes and then rinse the filter with a hose. Another recommended cleaning method is to soak the filters in a bucket overnight with a filter cleaner solution. This solution breaks down oils from the pleats and gives the filter a deep clean. Please ensure your filter is air dry before placing back into your hot tub
What filters do I need for my hot tub?
Each hot tub model is different; therefore, it is important you use the correct filter for the hot tub you’ve purchased. Please refer to our filter guide on page 20, or if you are still unsure contact a member of our team quoting the make and model.
TOP TIP: Never leave your hot tub without a filter inside of it unless you have emptied the spa.
CHEMICAL RINSE WEEKLY
• Remove the filter(s) from your hot tub and rinse with clean water (either uses a hose pipe or clean them in a bucket)
• Spread apart each pleat and rinse well to get rid of any dirt, hair, or debris
• Spray with rapid filter cleaning spray, then leave for 20 minutes before rinsing thoroughly
TOP TIP: It’s good practice to have multiple filters. When you carry out a drain and refill of your hot tub (and a chemical soak), replace it with your other filter. Alternate the filters each time you do this.
QUARTERLY (CHEMICAL SOAK)
• You should change your hot tub water at least every 3 months. Whilst doing this, we recommend giving your filters a thorough chemical soak
• To complete a chemical soak, you will need to use a hot tub filter cleaning chemical
• Dilute the chemical with water according to the directions on the bottle, making sure you use enough water to completely submerge the filter
• Leave the filter to rest in the solution overnight. The next day, rinse your filter well and leave it to dry
6 MONTHS (FILTER REPLACEMENT)
• For maximum filtration benefit and to maintain the cleanest possible water, your hot tub filter should be changed every 26 weeks
• Replacement filters can be purchased directly through Superior Wellness or your authorised Superior Wellness retailer