How to Change a Hot Tub Water Filter

How to Change a Hot Tub Water Filter

Any appliance that requires the use of water needs water filter. Our water source is far from being clean and is also a source of contaminants such as pesticides, hard minerals, chemicals and pathogens. Your hot tub also has a water filter to remove these things.

However, you will need to replace the filters every so often. Debris tends to collect and this hampers the flow of clean water. If you do not know yet how to easily change the filter, here are some steps to walk you through:

Step 1: Follow the water connection. Beneath the tub, you can find cut off valves. There are several valves located beneath. The pump is squeezed in between the first two valves. The filter is squeezed in between two valves too. You should be familiar with the anatomy of your tub so you will know which part to replace.

Step 2: Close the valves found on both sides of the filter. Also make sure that you have turned off the blower and the pump. You can find these parts in the user documentation. Refer to the pictures there for the parts.

Step 3: Once you have turned it off, you can now remove the filter. Disconnect the filter unit connected to the tub. Some tub models will require you to twist the bottom part of the unit and then loosen it up to extract the filter. Some tubs will just require you to remove the upper part of the filter.

Step 4: Once you have extracted the filter, check if it is still good enough and that there are no holes. If it is still in good condition, you need only to give it a bit of cleaning. Soak it in vinegar solution for a few minutes to loosen up debris. You can also use detergent suds and use it to gently scrub the filter clean. Rinse it well.

Step 5: Before putting the cleaned filter or the replacement filter back, you should try to put petroleum jelly on the gasket. This will help you easily fit the filter. Now you can reconnect the filter.

Step 6: Make sure you have secured it tightly before opening the valves. Try running one cycle to see if there are any leaks. If there are, stop the process and reattach the connection. It should be fitted tightly.

Once done, your filter should be working like new again.

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