How to clean a hot tub filter, sheet, tub and jets

If you've invested in a hot tub, you'll definitely want to enjoy it for as long as possible. For this, it is good to know how it should be cleaned, as well as how often you should do it. The best hot tub brands offer their own recommendations and instructions on how to clean and properly maintain a hot tub, and for instructions specific to your model it is recommended that you follow the manufacturer's advice.
However, the basic principles of how to clean a hot tub are the same regardless of brand.

This guide gives you everything you need to know about how to clean a hot tub, from cleaning the jets and tub to cleaning the filter and sheet. Many of these suggestions will also be useful if you want to know how to clean a mini swimming pool, as they are equipped with the same or similar filters, as well as tarpaulins or tubs made of the same material.

How to deep clean a hot tub

If you want to clean as many components as possible in one session, use a cleaning solution that runs through the jets while they are running to degrease and clean the internal pipework. Online stores offer several jet cleaners that you can use for your hot tub, but the manufacturer may also provide you with a cleaner or have their own recommendations. So check with the manufacturer before choosing the best cleaner for your tub. Once you've added the cleaner to your hot tub water, turn on all the jets and waterfall elements. This will push the cleaning solution through the jets and internal piping and the running time of the solution through the spa components is recommended to be a minimum of 30 minutes to two hours to ensure complete evacuation of oils or any impurities accumulated.

Once this process has been completed, it is time to drain the hot tub. Drainage provides the opportunity to completely remove all debris discharged by jets and elements of the waterfall. Consult your owner's manual for draining instructions and make sure you can safely drain your hot tub. Therefore, the total shutdown of the hot tub will be done from the switch.

Once empty, clean the mini spa tub with a mild, non-abrasive, non-foaming solution using a soft cloth to prevent damage to the finish and gloss of the tub's interior. Sometimes, residue build-up can occur around the waterline of the hot tub, where oils and impurities usually collect. To clean this and other more difficult areas, you can simply use a soft cloth lightly soaked in a solution of vinegar diluted in water.

Before refilling your hot tub, rinse it thoroughly with a hose to remove any residual cleaning solution that can foam and chemically unbalance the water inside. Refill the hot tub according to the manufacturer's instructions, including applying a chemical treatment to the water to be used.

How to clean a hot tub filter

You can clean the filter at the same time as your hot tub. This is easy to do when the tub is empty, but can also be cleaned monthly by simply removing the filter from the hot tub filled with water when it is turned off at the switch. Most manufacturers recommend cleaning the filter with a garden hose, removing impurities between the pleats with a strong jet of water or difficult stains with a brush.

Every hot tub is different and each has its own cleaning instructions. Caldera Spas recommends submerging the filter in a 19 liter container filled with warm water and 120 ml of chlorine for 12 to 24 hours before reinstalling it. Also, Caldera Spas offers the possibility of using a special filter cleaning solution and replacing it every few years. Caldera Spas suggests cleaning the filter using the dishwasher as well, but warns that soap should not be used if you use this method.

How to clean a hot tub liner

If you own a hot tub, purchasing a cover is essential to keeping it in top condition. A tarp will help prepare the hot tub for winter and protect it from impurities such as leaves, branches or dirt.

Before cleaning the cover, remove it from the hot tub and place it on a soft, non-abrasive surface. Rinse with a hose to soften the dirt, then clean with a soft cloth or sponge and a regular washing solution to remove dirt and dust. Repeat the procedure on the inside of the tarp, then dry both the top and bottom completely to prevent any residual washing solution from entering the hot tub water. It is also recommended to apply a vinyl surface maintenance treatment for durability over time – Caldera Spas caution not to use any product containing petroleum, citrus extract, or silicone.

How often should the hot tub be cleaned?

Different component parts of the hot tub require specific and regular care. The filter, for example, must be cleaned monthly, according to Caldera Spas. Debris bins, which remove debris from the hot tub, should be emptied and cleaned every two weeks.

Less regular cleaning is required for the hot tub tarpaulin - acc Caldera Spas, this must be done at least a few times a year. As for the hot tub, it is recommended to drain at least 4 times a year. Conformable Caldera Spas, this process only takes four hours each time you do it, but it's essential to keep your hot tub clean and disinfected. However, disinfection and water treatment with chemical solutions must be carried out weekly. To clean the hydromassage jets, Caldera Spas recommends running them at full speed for at least 30 minutes after applying a water shock treatment to remove any residue.