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DRAINING AND REFILLING
CAUTION: There are certain precautions to keep in mind when drain-
ing your hot tub. If it is extremely cold, and the hot tub is outdoors, freez-
ing could occur in the lines or the equipment. On the other hand, if it is
hot outdoors, do not leave the hot tub’s surface exposed to direct sun-
light for long periods.
To drain your Sweetwater hot tub, pull out the external drain cap attached to
the drain hose (see Illustration 1). Raise the end of the drain hose above the
water level, remove the cap and connect a garden hose. Lay the garden hose
out to drain the hot tub.
Be sure to disconnect the garden hose and replace the cap before refilling.
After refilling, turn power back on
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CLEANING THE HOT TUB SURFACE
To preserve your hot tub’s surface, it is crucial that you avoid using abrasive
cleaners or cleansers which have adverse chemical effect on the surface. If
you are not certain as to the suitability of a particular cleanser, consult your
Sweetwater dealer.
Regardless of the cleanser used, use care to assure that no soap residue is
left on the surface. This could cause severe sudsing when the hot tub is
refilled.
Your Sweetwater dealer offers a specially formulated surface cleaner and
sealant which aids in cleaning the hot tub surface and adds a protective coat-
ing to enhance the luster of the surface.
MAINTAININGTHE WOOD CABINET
With time and exposure to the elements, the wood on your hot tub will tend
to lose its new appearance. Protecting or reviving the wood is a fairly simple
process.
Light sanding with a fine-grit sandpaper will help smooth any roughness and
regular applications of a penetrating wood preservative will enhance and pro-
tect the richness of the wood. A specially formulated wood stain available
from your Sweetwater dealer is ideal for this.
NOTE: Do not apply varnish, shellac or other surface sealants to the
wood. These tend to react with the chemicals in the wood and the UV
rays of the sun, causing yellowing, flaking and peeling.