Just like other home decor or features, a hot tub is one of the water features that you have to maintain for its longevity and to keep it safe. Maintaining the exterior of the hot tub is important but filters are the core parts that you have to take care of even more. It’s because a hot tub filter is where the water flows so it determines the quality of the water you’ll be using. Of course, none wants to be in dirty and cloudy water to relax.
We have a quick tutorial on how to clean a hot tub filter for your reference!
How to Clean Hot Tub Filters
Here are the tools and supplies that you have to prepare:
- Protective gloves and goggles
- Hose
- Clean bucket
- Spa filter cleaner
- Hot tub filter chemical rinse
- Hot tub filter chemical soak
- Clean spray bottle (optional)
- Filter cleaning wand (optional, for quick rinse)
Prepare the Solution
First thing first, prepare the hot tub filter cleaning solution so you can quickly put the filter in after removing it from your spa. You can find various kinds of products from the nearest hot tub or pool care store.
Turn Off the Power
Turn off the power because running a hot tub without filters may clog the pump impellers and cause water quality.
- The power is usually placed on the bottom side of the hot tub. To make sure, please read the user’s guide.
- Once the power is off, you can start taking off the filter.
Take Out the Filters
If this is your first time cleaning your spa’s filter, refer to your hot tub’s manual to locate the filter’s location along with directions for safe removal.
- Once you remove the filter, check it to see if there’s a problem.
- If the filter is discolored or has any visible damage, dispose of it and replace it with a new one.
Start Cleaning
Depending on the filter’s condition, there are three ways to clean it:
– Quick Rinse (Weekly)
This is the quickest way to clean your filter as a weekly process to keep away debris and chemical contaminants.
- Clean the filters thoroughly with a garden hose or a large sink.
- Be sure to spread apart from each pleat and rinse well between them to remove dirt, hair, or other debris.
- Allow the filter to dry before putting it back into the hot tub.
– Chemical Rinse/Spray (Monthly)
A quick rinse can be done monthly or fortnightly depending on hot tub usage.
- Give the filter a quick rinse to remove large debris.
- Check the manufacturer’s instructions to see the concentrate that must be diluted.
- Spray the hot tub filter solution and wait for 10 – 15 minutes.
- Rinse it thoroughly with clean water to prevent foaming.
– Deep Clean (every 3-4 months)
Deep cleaning is the slowest but the most thorough step as it allows the solution to soak into the filter’s pleats. You can do this step when you’re draining and refilling the water which also ideally happens for 3 – 4 months.
- Use a large and clean bucket to pour the solution and dilute it with water according to the instructions.
- Put the filter inside the bucket and make sure that it’s completely submerged.
- Leave the filter to soak for at least 8 hours but you can also leave it for 24 hours.
- Once the time is over, rinse the filter thoroughly with clean water.
- Wait until the filter dries before putting it back in the hot tub.
Now, you’re ready to clean your hot tub filter and make your hot tub water stays clean and safe to use. Grab your tools and start inspecting your hot tub filter now!