Repairing hot tubs (jacuzzi) with your own hands: features, breakdowns, tips

Judging by the number of advertisements offering hot tub repairs, hot tub breakdowns are quite common. Meanwhile, not a single advertisement says that in most cases it is quite possible to identify and eliminate the problem without the involvement of specialists.

The main thing is to at least approximately understand the design features of the system and be ready to carry out simple plumbing operations. This is exactly what we will discuss in our article, after reading which you will be familiar with the main breakdowns that most often occur when operating a Jacuzzi. You will also be able to handle most of the problems yourself.

We supplemented the presented material with visual photos and videos, which set out in an accessible form the rules for operating and repairing a hot tub.

We repair Jacuzzis and hot tubs with our own hands

A hydromassage bath, better known to everyone as a “jacuzzi bath” (named after its first manufacturing company), is an extremely healthy device that allows you to relax, get rid of the feeling of fatigue after a hard day and replenish your vitality.
In this case, you can choose one of the types of massage:

hydromassage (streams of water);
aeromassage (with air bubbles);
turbopool (combined version).

The main goal of hydromassage is to achieve muscle relaxation and complete relaxation. In such devices, the relaxing effect is ensured by supplying water or air under a certain pressure through nozzles. The nozzle holes are located in the most “problem” areas - parallel to the spine, in the lumbar region, in the legs.

Device

A hydromassage bath is a specific piece of plumbing household equipment that can often be found today in an ordinary city apartment. The high comfort of such a bath provides a person with the opportunity to thoroughly relax, restore strength, and maintain a healthy spine.

To understand how to troubleshoot a particular problem in the operation of a hot tub, you will need to thoroughly study the features of its structure and operation.

General scheme

Design of a corner model
Often a Jacuzzi is made of acrylic, less often of cast iron or steel. Such bath bowls have special holes (in professional language - nozzles). From the latter, water flows under pressure mixed with air bubbles. Moreover, the nozzles are located so as to act on the back, calves, feet and lower back of the person taking a bath. Thus, the user is provided with a massage with air-water jets emanating from the nozzles. A special feature of a jacuzzi is also the fact that in addition to sewerage and water supply, bathtubs of a similar configuration will need to be connected to an electrical network.

Injector location

Built-in mixer

Device

The vast majority of faucets built into closed shower stalls are arranged according to a single scheme:

The pressure and temperature are controlled by a cartridge with one control lever. Raising/lowering the lever changes the water pressure (in the lower position it is completely blocked); turning left/right adjusts the temperature.
Switching the shower mode (tropical, jacuzzi, watering can, hydromassage, etc.) is provided by another ceramic cartridge. In it, the mutual rotation of ground ceramic plates with through slots directs a mixture of hot and cold water to the desired set of nozzles.

Basic design elements.

Malfunctions

Almost all the problems that these plumbing fixtures can create for their owner are related to:

With the failure of one of the cartridges. They chip ceramic plates, break plate holders, or produce silicone grease between adjacent ceramic surfaces, resulting in noticeable resistance when changing the position of the handle.

Filters at the entrance to the apartment will remove suspended matter from the water.

With the destruction of the rubber core of the shower hose. Rubber becomes limescale over time and begins to crack.
With the nozzles becoming overgrown with lime deposits.

Elimination

Cartridge failure

How to repair a faucet in a shower stall if one of the cartridges fails?

We turn off the water on the eyeliner.
Find the plastic plug on the lever and remove it.
Unscrew the fixing lever screw under the plug.

Remove the handle.
We unscrew the decorative chrome-plated nut under it (exclusively with our own hands, without using keys that will deform the nut or damage the chrome plating).
Unscrew the nut securing the cartridge (using an open-end wrench, adjustable wrench or gas wrench).
We take out the old cartridge and put a new one in its place.

When the lubricant runs out (the lever moves with great force), you can extend the life of the cartridge by disassembling it and re-lubricating the plates.

However, the feasibility of this idea is questionable:

The price of a package of high-quality grease from Grohe is higher than the cost of a cartridge (about 400 rubles versus 200 - 300).

Silicone grease for ceramics from Grohe.

When removing the plates, there is a very real chance of breaking the plastic clips.

Shower hose leaking

In this case, the repair instructions are ridiculously simple:

Unscrew the hose nuts from the mixer body and watering can.
We pry the plastic or metal liners under the nuts with a knife and pull them out along with the remains of the deceased core.
We pull the core onto one of the liners.
We insert it into the armor, passing the core through.
We pull the core sticking out from the opposite end of the armor onto the second liner.
We press the liners into the armor.
We put the hose in place.

To remove the core, just slide the union nuts and remove the liners.

A special case

If the housing is cracked (for example, if the nut securing the cartridge is overtightened), it may be necessary to replace the faucet in the shower stall. Alas, to do this you will have to gain access to the back wall of the hydrobox by moving it away from the wall.

How to disassemble a faucet in a shower stall to replace it? All steps are identical to disassembly to replace the cartridge; however, in this case both the pressure regulator and the mode switch are disassembled. The housing is secured to the back panel with pads, which in turn are usually pressed down with the same nuts that hold the cartridge in place.

Faucet for the booth: view from the body side.

Principle of operation

To understand what hydromassage is, you need to look at the “filling” of a jacuzzi.

The first option was a bathtub, to which one hose was connected. It created a directed flow of water and air, which set the water in motion and gave a massage effect.

The design was subsequently improved and integrated into the bathtub structure. In this form, the first Jacuzzis appeared on sale in pharmacies and specialty stores.

Modern hot tubs consist of several important elements.

Bowl. This is a bathtub of greater depth and size than a standard non-massage bathtub. But a wider and deeper bowl is the optimal, and not the only possible option. Manufacturers produce models of different sizes and configurations. There are Jacuzzis for individual parts of the body: legs, arms, head, as well as bowls combined with a shower stall. Their sizes are compact, designed for small bathrooms.
Water intake. Water from the bowl is collected in the water intake, and from there it enters a system of hoses and pipes to complete the cycle and return through the nozzles to the container. Due to this, the necessary pressure in the jets and a massage effect are created.
Pumping system. With its help, water circulates through the hose system, is saturated with oxygen and receives the necessary pressure.

Injectors. These are holes located in the walls and bottom of the thicket through which water returns to it. The nozzles are usually positioned in such a way that the flow of water or air is directed to the specific parts of the body that most need a massage.
Drain and overflow system. It helps regulate the water level in the bowl so that there is always enough water. It can be automatic or manual.
Control system. It is necessary to turn the massage system on and off. Since a Jacuzzi functions like a regular bathtub, if the system is not working, manual operation is a must. It is also designed to increase the pressure of massage flows and switch it to different areas of the body.
Elements for additional functions. The basic configuration of a jacuzzi with hydromassage does not offer advanced capabilities, but there are also more advanced models. They have built-in systems for aromatherapy and ozone therapy, control of color lighting and multimedia gadgets.
Plumbing elements. These are taps, mixers, a drain system that drains water into the sewer system, filters that prevent debris from entering the drain, and a siphon.

The combination of these elements ensures the working process of the whirlpool bath.

Hydromassage system care

Maintenance of a bathtub with a hydromassage should be more thorough than in the case of an ordinary bathing tank. This is due to the fact that favorable conditions are created in the internal water circulation system (high humidity and sufficient temperature) for the development and rapid reproduction of various microbes, bacteria and fungi that are dangerous to the human body. The development of colonies of microorganisms can lead to allergies, obstructive bronchitis and asthma, children are especially susceptible to this.

The most commonly used chemistry for hot tubs is:

Mellerud (disinfects, removes deposits and odors);
Bugs Jacuzzi (removes mold, bacteria and unpleasant odors);
Akrilan (product from the professional series);
Triton Desinfectant (flushing hydromassage systems);
Relisan (includes liquid for hot tubs, acrylic surfaces and sanitary ware).

Disinfection procedure

Disinfection of a hot tub can be done in two ways:

If your bathroom has an automatic cleaning function, the procedure is as follows:
We pour a cleaning agent for hydromassage baths into a special reservoir (the quantity is selected in accordance with the instructions) and turn on the cleaning function;
Drain the water and rinse the bath;
We repeat the procedure with cool water and without the hydromassage bath product;
After completing the cycle, drain the water, rinse the bath and wipe with a dry cloth.
Because it is necessary to care for a hot tub even if there is no such function, we offer a second disinfection method:
Turn on the hydromassage at the highest power for 10 – 15 minutes;
After turning off the hydromassage, leave the water for half an hour so that the cleaning agent is fully effective;
Drain the water, pour in clean water and turn on the hydromassage for 5-7 minutes, flushing the system from residual disinfectant;
Next, drain the water and wipe the bowl dry.

Before cleaning the bathtub with a disinfectant, it is necessary to wash the bowl from dirt and grease deposits with ordinary soap.

Regular cleaning instructions:

Cleaning the hydromassage system of an acrylic bathtub, hydromassage shower cabin should be done at least once a month

Fill the bathtub with warm water.

Dilute liquid detergent (according to the method of application, instructions for the detergent) and run the hydromassage unit for approximately 5 minutes.

Turn off the hydromassage system and let the water stand for 10 minutes.

Drain the water.

Refill the bath with water and turn on the hydromassage for 5 minutes.

Drain the water and clean the surface of the acrylic bathtub.

If the bathtub is scratched, you can try cleaning it with felt and sanding the scratches.

Features of cleaning a jacuzzi

Each time after finishing water procedures and hydromassage, it is necessary to rinse the surface of the bathtub with clean water and wipe it with a soft, lint-free cloth. For daily cleaning, it is not recommended to use hard sponges or abrasive detergents.

The Jacuzzi should be disinfected once a month. To do this, you must first fill the tank with water until the water covers the upper nozzles by 50-70 mm. Then a disinfectant solution is added to the water, which can be purchased at the store or made independently. Before using store-bought products, you should carefully read the instructions. If you refuse to buy a ready-made solution, then you need to pour approximately 70 ml of a weak chlorine solution into the water. Then turn on the pumps and wait a few minutes for them to “drive” the solution through the internal pipes. Then the device turns off and after 15-20 minutes (approximately) the water is drained. After this, the Jacuzzi system is flushed with clean water for 5 to 10 minutes.

Dismantling and cleaning of filters is carried out according to the instructions. The filter is placed in a container and washed under running water from a hose. If the equipment is very dirty, then it is soaked in a solution of water with the addition of a special cleaning agent.

Injector malfunction

Most often, the main root cause of a bathtub with hydromassage equipment becoming unusable is clogged nozzles. In such a situation, there is a decrease in the power and pressure level of the water jet.

To independently correct this type of breakdown, you need to unscrew the cap and thoroughly but carefully clean the inner surface with a soft cloth and a water jet.

Hydromassage jets

If the nozzle has become completely unusable, then it is advisable to dismantle it and subsequently replace it with a device with a similar design.

Rules of care and cleanliness

Proper care of hot tubs and Jacuzzis is a guarantee that the product will serve you faithfully for a very long time. The modern market offers a huge number of different care products for complex hydromassage equipment.

When choosing them, you need to focus on several factors: the presence of a disinfection system in your device, the presence of aggressive components in the composition that can destroy the acrylic layer, as well as the level of environmental safety for humans.

When using any product, you must strictly follow the instructions on the packaging. If you do not do this, you can easily disable the entire system and then regular cleaning will not be enough. In addition, some components may cause allergic reactions in some people.

Once a month, you need to carry out a number of preventive measures that will help keep your hot tub in good condition:

Fill the container to a level that will be a couple of centimeters above the nozzles.
Dissolve the disinfectant in water according to the instructions.
Turn on the pumps for a few minutes (5 minutes is enough) and turn them off.
Wait 20 minutes and drain the water.
Points 1-4 are carried out 2 times.
After the second time, you need to clean the filters from debris and install them in their rightful place.

Once a year, the bath is deep cleaned using an acetic acid solution containing active elements at 7%. This solution does not damage the acrylic surface.

If you have a hot tub or jacuzzi in your home, it’s worth remembering one thing - timely care and periodic prevention are the best way to deal with possible problems, which will help save not only money, but also nerves.

Video on the topic

Looking at the prices for hot tubs, you might think that almost space technology was used in their manufacture.

But if you think about it, there cannot be anything complicated in such a device: a pump, a compressor, several perforated tubes or nozzles - that’s all.

And if so, why not try to make your own hot tub? Let's see how this can be done.

Repairing a hot tub due to a blockage

Similar to the previous reason, in order to avoid serious damage and subsequently avoid expensive repairs to the hot tub, it is worth carrying out preventive procedures. To clean the whirlpool bathtub system from dirt and various types of blockages, you can use a special bathtub cleaner.

By the way, among the wide range of products, a hydromassage bathtub, which has an additional function - a disinfection system, is in great demand. The disinfection system is a hole into which a bath cleaner is poured. As you understand, this method of cleaning a jacuzzi is the most effective and guarantees that you will not face any repairs associated with this kind of breakdown. But keep in mind that hot tubs that have a disinfection system are significantly more expensive.

If the warranty period of the Jacuzzi has expired, and the product has broken down and requires repair, do not rush to call a specialist. The fact is that in some cases, corner Jacuzzis can be adjusted independently. The most important thing is to correctly determine the cause of the bathtub failure.

The first Jacuzzi baths had an enamel coating, which became noticeably darker after some time of use. Modern bathtubs have an acrylic coating, which is most resistant to any mechanical stress and is less susceptible to contamination. But even the acrylic coating of a hot tub is not immune from scratches and chips due to accidental impacts. It is quite possible to eliminate such a defect in the jacuzzi even on your own. For this you need liquid acrylic. The material is applied to the areas of chips and scratches, it takes some time to harden, after which we can consider that the repair has been successfully completed.

Elimination of shallow and through cracks

As a rule, during operation, the owner of a bathtub encounters the formation of not only shallow or superficial, but also so-called through cracks in the sanitary ware.

To eliminate them, you need to perform the following, not too complicated, measures:

The technology for eliminating shallow chips involves initially expanding the damage itself with sandpaper, and then performing high-quality degreasing and applying an acrylic mixture, followed by removing the excess mixture with emery and sanding.
If you have a special repair kit, which many manufacturers supplement their products with, surface cracks can be eliminated very easily and simply. If the plumbing equipment is made by injection molding, then it is advisable to use liquid acrylic to eliminate small and shallow cracks.
Through chips and cracks are more complex, growing most often in two directions. In this case, in order to prevent further increase in size of the damage, you need to drill holes with a thin drill at a couple of points of the crack farthest from the center, and then degrease the surface.

Deep or through cracks must be sealed with adhesive tape, and only after that they are treated with liquid acrylic.

Despite some differences, independent removal of shallow and through cracks in the bowl requires the obligatory implementation of such actions as degreasing, “clogging” with acrylic mass and grinding.

Have you decided to install a jacuzzi in your apartment? An acrylic whirlpool bathtub is a good choice for those who value quality and design.

We’ll talk about the effectiveness of a hydromassage mat as an alternative to a hot tub here.

Did you know that hydromassage is not for everyone? Read about the health benefits and harms of the procedure in the following material.

Secrets of proper maintenance?

Daily care

How to care for a hot tub? It's quite simple. Each time after taking water procedures, the product is washed with warm water and wiped dry with a soft cloth. That's the whole secret! Using detergents (and especially abrasive ones) and hard sponges every day is not allowed.

How to clean the surface of the bathtub?

All hydromassage baths are made from different materials, so it is very important to choose the right care methods and products for each individual case. So how to clean and rinse the surface of a hot tub at home?

So how to clean and rinse the surface of a hot tub at home?

Acrylic

requires careful care; do not use metal brushes or abrasives.

Before choosing cleaning products, it is worth studying in detail all their advantages and disadvantages in relation to acrylic.

The ideal option would be chemistry in the form of a gel, foam or cream. But ordinary powder will most likely scratch the coating. Good choices would be triton acrilic cleaner and Sif cream.

A special feature of acrylic is its repairability. With the help of special restoration kits, you can easily get rid of scratches, chips, as well as cracks and breakdowns of the coating.

Marble

Marble baths are the easiest to maintain. It doesn't even need to use household chemicals. Simply use a soap solution. To make surfaces shiny, you can use car polishes. If you have neglected the product too much and cleaning with soapy water does not help, products designed for caring for acrylic surfaces will help deal with the dirt.

Cast iron

An easy-to-clean material, its enamel coating is much less susceptible to damage than acrylic. But cast-iron hot tubs also have special features when cleaning - in no case should you use alcohol emulsions, gasoline or acetone - this can lead to damage to the enamel.

Flushing the hydromassage system at home

Therefore, it is very important to flush all tubes and pumps every 2-3 months. If the hydromassage system does not have an automatic cleaning function, then it must be maintained as follows:

fill the product with warm water 5 cm above the upper nozzles;
pour 100 ml of cleaning agent that can be used when caring for the hydraulic system of a jacuzzi;
turn on the pump for half an hour;
drain the water and rinse the surface with clean water;
Wipe the bowl dry.

Instead of detergent, you can use 1 liter of vinegar essence or 200 g of citric acid to wash hot tubs; these substances will help break down lime deposits.

If the Jacuzzi has an automatic cleaning system, then you must adhere to the following instructions:

fill the bath with water above the level of the nozzles;
Pour the cleaning agent according to the instructions on the label into a special dosing device;
turn on automatic cleaning mode;
drain the water;
fill the bathtub with clean water and turn on the motor again for 2 minutes. Drain the water and wipe the product with a dry cloth.

Also, according to the manufacturer’s instructions, it is necessary to periodically remove and wash the filters. If they are heavily soiled, soak them in a basin with any detergent.

Disinfection

Depending on the technical structure of the font, various methods of carrying out this procedure are used.

Option #1

If the plumbing has an automatic cleaning function, the procedure is performed as follows:

Pour water into the bath at 45 degrees Celsius. It should completely cover the injectors.
Next, according to the instructions, we pour the jacuzzi disinfectant into a special reservoir.
Turn on the cleaning function.
After this, drain the water and rinse the plumbing fixtures.
We repeat the same thing with cold water and without household chemicals.
After turning off the self-cleaning function, drain the water and wipe the surface dry.

If you don’t have a special disinfectant, it doesn’t matter. You can pour a weak chlorine solution into the bowl in a proportion of 5-10 ml per 1 liter of water.

Option No. 2

It is used for Jacuzzis that do not have self-cleaning functions:

Pour hot water into the product so that the nozzles remain 1 cm below the water level.
Add the chosen product for the hot tub (300 – 500 ml).
Turn on the device at high power for 15 minutes.
After turning off the pump, leave it to settle for another 20 - 30 minutes.
Drain the water. Pour in clean water and turn on the hydromassage mode for 5 minutes.
After this, all that remains is to drain the water and wipe the surface with a dry cloth.

Before you disinfect your hot tub, you must completely clean the tub of dust, dirt, and buildup.

What it is?

A Jacuzzi is a fairly popular plumbing design that has a special system for transmitting targeted jets of water or air under the required pressure.
The direction here will be adjusted by special nozzles. These devices come in outdoor type and can be used indoors. The scope of operation of outdoor Jacuzzis is quite wide. Such designs are actively used for rest and relaxation, as well as for the prevention and successful treatment of many diseases. For example, this kind of Jacuzzi will be useful:

for thermotherapy - to warm the body;
to increase the mobility of certain areas of the body;
to improve blood flow;
in order to strengthen the walls of blood vessels;
to improve heart function;
for better metabolism;
to get rid of excess weight or annoying cellulite;
in order to remove dead epidermal cells;
to get rid of insomnia.

The hydromassage procedure is very useful in any season of the year. Outdoor Jacuzzis help remove harmful substances from the body.

They will differ in their purpose, release materials, shapes and parameters. These products can be classified into 3 categories.

Inflatable

They are the easiest to install, do not take up much space, and are inexpensive. They don’t look as beautiful as other products, but if you properly decorate your site, they can fit perfectly into the landscape.

Stationary

During installation they are installed in the ground. They can be easily used for a whole year.

When choosing a stationary jacuzzi, it is worth checking its functionality and availability of various types of massage. They may contain the functions of aromatherapy, special lighting, air massage, and hydromassage.

Portable

Placed outdoors. They can be actively used even in winter, as they are heated. They are distinguished by their mobility. They can often be found on ordinary terraces or insulated balconies located in the garden and even on the roofs of country cottages. From time to time you can change the location of this product on the site.

Jacuzzi parameters depend on the size of the installation site and the conditions of use. Bowl sizes can range from large bathtubs, more like a small pool that can accommodate 2-5 people, to oversized seating units.

Jacuzzis come in 3 main forms:

rectangular;
angular;
round.

When choosing the appropriate shape and size of the Jacuzzi, you should take into account the possibility of connecting water supply, sewerage and electricity to the product.

Modern outdoor hot tubs are made from different materials. Let's look at the most common ones.

Steel. Lightweight, durable, cheap material. At the same time, it does not retain heat well due to increased thermal conductivity; there will be a lot of noise when drawing water and operating the equipment; if used carelessly, chips are possible. Small selection of different shapes.

Cast iron. The material retains heat for a long time, is not afraid of chemical attack, is strong, durable, and perfectly dampens vibration. But it has significant weight, enamel chips are possible, and high cost.

Acrylic. It is easy to clean, retains heat well, scratches are easily removed, will not fade, is lightweight, is not afraid of UV and UV rays, and will retain its original appearance throughout the entire period of use. Wide range of shapes and design options.

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Prevention measures

We must take care in advance to avoid ending up in such a situation. For this:

Provide spare keys for all doors with tags indicating which door they open, put them in a box or bag and put them in some secluded place that cannot be locked with a key (mezzanine in the hallway, top shelf in the closet, closet in the hallway).
Install locks in the apartment that provide the possibility of emergency opening from the outside (usually with a pin or plate).
If locking on the doors is needed only from pets or against drafts, then it is advisable to limit yourself to installing conventional latch handles. On installed handle locks, the twist latch can be disabled. To do this, you need to unscrew the handle with the lock and shorten or remove the plate connecting the lock to the latch.

Dismantling a jacuzzi

The price for dismantling a jacuzzi will pleasantly surprise you and will depend on the amount of work that needs to be done.

Our company’s specialists approach this work with full responsibility, strictly observing its sequence:

First, all electrical equipment is disconnected from the spa structure, all electrical cords and wires are removed, after which the correctness of the disconnection is carefully checked;
all water hoses are disconnected from the water supply;
now we need to disassemble the remaining structure, consisting of a frame and a base, which is usually made of various types of molded plastic;
then all fasteners connecting these two components are removed;
The final step is to disassemble the spa base itself.

As a rule, the most difficult and responsible is the last stage, which can be performed in two ways. The first is to lift the disconnected bathtub and move it outside. But this is quite difficult given its dimensions and weight, which will require the efforts of at least four people and special devices.

The second is to cut the bathtub using special tools. This work is not only very dirty and dusty, but also quite difficult and time-consuming, which must be performed only in special clothing using protective equipment (goggles, masks, headphones and work gloves).

It is not surprising that in most cases such dismantling is entrusted to a qualified team.

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The most common mistakes when performing welding

Dirty pipe surfaces. If they are not sufficiently cleaned and free from dust and dirt, then the pipeline with such products will very quickly begin to leak. Also, incorrectly calculated soldering depth (its exact data is contained in the table provided) leads to poor quality joints. The table provides accurate data on the depth of the welding belt. If these values are not made accurate, then the result is hermetic errors in the entire pipe line. This also complicates the entire process of laying polypropylene pipes. And most importantly, the table contains the exact heating time for the pipes. It must be maintained clearly. Insufficiently melted elements do not fully bond to one another. Consequently, under such circumstances, surfacing welds of different sizes are obtained. It will not be able to withstand even a weak water hammer. The workpiece is not inserted into the fitting all the way; you must remember that there should be a gap of no more than 1 mm. Another very common mistake is applying too much force to connect the fitting and the workpiece. As a result, burr is squeezed out at the end of the pipe product, which creates a serious obstacle to the flow of liquid. Incorrect position. You have a couple of seconds to align the heated connected parts. If this time is delayed, then the deformation is no longer correctable, and a strong connection will not be formed

It is also important not to overheat the workpiece, otherwise sagging will form on it. Inexpensive material. If you use low-quality products for work, then even the most professional installation will not protect against breakage

It is recommended to buy both pipes and fittings from the same manufacturer. It must be a company with a proven good reputation. Otherwise it will turn out like the saying about the stingy man who has to pay twice. There is no need to connect pipes (even high quality ones) from different manufacturers. The constituent elements of the product material may differ and when heated, such products will behave differently.

Jacuzzi care

In order for the product to serve for a long time and not have to carry out expensive repairs of hot tubs, the maintenance procedure should be carried out correctly. The injectors require special attention. For example, the instructions require foam procedures to be carried out only with the massage function turned off, since the soap solution can clog small holes, and removing it will be quite problematic. After each use of the bath, rinse the bowl and wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use fluffy cloths or abrasives.

Equipment must be cleaned monthly. It is done like this: water is poured into the bath, its level should cover all available nozzles, and a special disinfectant is added. Next, the pump is turned on for approximately 3-5 minutes. After the time has elapsed, the equipment is turned off, the water is drained, and the filters are removed and rinsed separately. Then everything is put in place, rinsed with clean water and wiped dry.

It is also necessary to carry out more serious cleaning procedures approximately once a year. To do this, fill the bowl with warm water with the addition of 1 liter of vinegar (7-9%). The pump is turned on for 1 minute, after which the water is left in the turned off tank for approximately 12 hours. Then the liquid is drained, the product is filled with clean water, thoroughly washed and finally wiped dry.

The main differences between inflatable spa pools

Intex spa pools were designed specifically so that you do not have to spend a lot of time comparing them, delving into the intricacies and clarifying the differences between a large number of models. Therefore, the line includes several options, the difference between which is only in the different type of massage and the presence or absence of a chlorine generator - a built-in installation for water disinfection. The filtration and heating system is always included in the standard delivery set.

Aeromassage

The technology involves creating massage waves using jets of air coming out under pressure from special air nozzles in the jacuzzi. Thanks to this, seething and many bubbles are formed, which, in addition to massage, also perform aeration - saturation of the water with oxygen. Bubbles of different sizes rise from the bottom to the surface, touching your skin and creating a pleasant and slightly tickling sensation. This promotes relaxation and lifts your mood. You can add a few drops of an aromatic product to the water - its scent will be revealed much stronger than in a regular bath.

Hydromassage

In this case, massage functions are performed using thin streams of water gushing from the walls of the spa pool. Hydraulic nozzles are located at the bottom and in the side walls. This type of massage is more acupressure than air massage, so it has proven itself well for health purposes. It improves blood circulation and tones the skin and muscles.

Combined aero- and hydraulic system

The most complete type of massage: both air bubbles and water jets work, and at the same time it has both a soft and stronger effect on the skin. Hydro jets work at the bottom of the pool, while air jets tend to rise to the surface - massage is performed at all depth levels. The difference between the temperatures of water and air streams has a tonic effect.

Do you need a chlorine generator?

Our website presents options both with and without a chlorination unit. Whether you need to purchase a more expensive option depends on how often you are willing to refill the pool and how long you plan to use it. It should be taken into account that bacteria or algae can begin to multiply in warm water, and if you plan to change it after each swim or use the hot tub rarely (for example, only on weekends, and keep it dry the rest of the time), you can save on complex disinfection and get by with adding a simple liquid product. But if you bathe frequently and don’t want to use chemical liquids or powders, then a chlorine generator will be a good buy. It uses ordinary salt and disinfects the water (additionally creating a “marine” effect), so it does not bloom, does not acquire an unpleasant odor or color, and remains harmless for bathing even small children for a long time.

Accessories for inflatable Jacuzzis

In order to provide you with maximum comfort on vacation, Intex has a large selection of accessories that will turn your countryside into a real spa resort:

for added comfort there are comfortable benches, seats, headrests and even drink cup holders;
compact lighting will create a romantic or festive atmosphere: bright red, green and blue, or classic white light - change the shades to suit any mood;
Don't forget about cleaning so that you can enjoy your hot tub for as long as possible!

Spa Jacuzzis for a summer house do not have to be outdoors, because they can be placed in a gazebo or summer house (making sure that the flooring can support the weight when filled). This means that the island of comfort from the Intex company is ready to delight you both in summer and winter!

We also advise you to read:

Instructions for using the repair kit

Pool chemicals: what to choose

Draining the water from the pool - step-by-step instructions

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