Filter Maintenance

Reflections Spas are designed with the most efficient top loading filtration system in the industry. Filter maintenance is the most critical factor in keeping your spa water clean.

To Clean The Filter:

Remove the cartridge and spray it with a garden hose. It will be necessary to rotate the cartridge while spraying so as to thoroughly remove the debris lodged between the filter pleats.

After allowing to dry, inspect the cartridge for calcium deposit (scaling) or an oil film. Rapid mineral build-up from hard water, or oil build-up from the use of oil-based water scent or body oil may coat the filter cartridge. A filter cleaner to soak the cartridge is available from your Vita Spa dealer and should be used as part of your spa maintenance. Use a rag to remove any debris at the bottom of the filter housing and inside the filter screen. Replace the cartridge in the filter housing. We recommend the use of a spare filter. This way one can be soaking and cleaning while you continue to enjoy the use of your spa.

Draining Your Spa

Detergent residues from bathing suits as well as soap film from your body may gradually accumulate in the water. Foam inhibitors will suppress the foam but will not remove the soap from the water. Eventually, the soap build-up in the water will concentrate enough to leave an unclean feeling on the user’s skin, causing sudsing and make the water impossible to clarify. Depending on the amount of soap input, the spa water should last between two and three months.

To Drain Your Spa

Turn the power off at the GFCI breaker. To locate drain look at the front base of the spa. Once located remove cap by turning it counterclockwise. Attach a garden hose to the bib that is located directly behind the cap, once removed. Route the outlet of the hose to an appropriate draining area. Twist body then pull. The spa will empty by gravity. Siphon or scoop out the balance of the water.

IMPORTANT: Spa water with a high sanitizer level may harm plants and grass. If you are draining your spa for the winter, be sure to fully drain water from the pipe by disconnecting the two unions at the gate valves found by each of the two speed pumps and the two unions found by the circulation pump. Drain the water pumps by removing the pump plug. Then reinstall the pump plugs. Remove the filter and clean as required. Inspect the spa shell and clean as required.

Refill the spa BEFORE restoring power to it.

Winterizing Your Spa

Your Reflections Spa has been designed and engineered for year-round use in any climate. If the spa will not be used for prolonged periods of time, contact your local authorized service station to properly drain and protect your spa.

Excel-Plus Cabinet Maintenance

The exterior of your ReflectionsSpa cabinet is made from a newly formulated high strength material that is factory stained and sealed. Depending on the location and exposure of the spa to nature’s elements, it is recommended that you clean the cabinet once or twice a year with warm water and a mild soap.

Cover Maintenance

Your cover is manufactured from a durable marine grade, UV resistant material. Even so, monthly cleaning and periodic conditioning is recommended to maintain its beauty. To clean and condition the vinyl cover: Lightly spray the cover with a garden hose to rinse it and remove the debris. Using a large sponge or soft cloth and a mild soap solution (1 teaspoon dish washing liquid with 2 gallons of water), scrub lightly in circular motion. Then rinse it thoroughly with plenty of water. Condition the vinyl after cleaning by applying a thin film of vinyl conditioner. NOTE: To remove tree saps, use lighter fluid (not charcoal lighter but the kind used in cigarette lighters). Use sparingly and rinse with mild soap solution afterwards. Wipe dry.

Care of Acrylic Surface

To maintain the surface of your spa, simply clean with a soft damp cloth (a mild detergent is okay) or with any glass cleaner. DO NOT clean the surface with any type of abrasive as it will dull the surface and natural luster of the acrylic. DO NOT use any type of oil based solvent. Such products can be very harmful to the surface of the spa and will void the surface warranty of the spa.

Spa Light Colored Lens Removal

In your owners packet you will find colored lenses for your spa light. They can easily be installed or removed by placing them over the spa light and gently pushing on the outer edges to install and pulling along the edges to remove.

Light Bulb Replacement

1. Turn off the power to the spa.
2. Remove the front panel of the spa.
3. Locate the spa light.
4. Turn the bulb counter - clockwise 1/4 turn to remove from its socket
5. The replacement bulb is locked into place by turning it clockwise 1/4 turn
6. Close up the cabinet and turn the power back on.
7. Check the Top Side display and adjust the time.

Care of Spa Pillows

The spa pillows will provide years of comfort if treated with care. Each pillow has been positioned above the water level to minimize the bleaching effects of chlorinated water and other spa water chemicals. It is recommended that pillows be removed and cleaned each time the spa itself is cleaned. A mild soap and warm water works best in removing body oils. ALWAYS rinse the pillows off thoroughly after applying any type of soap to assure that no residue remains. If you are winterizing your spa or do not plan on using it for a while, it is best to remove the pillows until the next use. Pillows should always be removed whenever the spa is being superchlorinated.

Diverter Valve

Over a period of time sand or grit may intrude
into your spa. The diverter valves may become difficult to turn. It is important that the debris be removed as soon as possible to avoid damage to the valve.

1. Turn off the power to the spa.
2. Remove the diverter handle by pulling upward and gently rocking it.
3. Grasp the collar and turn it counterclockwise.
4. Lift the valve body up.
5. Wipe the valve body and interior walls of the valve with a soft cloth.
6. Inspect the valve and valve walls for any grooves caused by the debris.
7. Using a fine grit sandpaper, smooth down any deep furrows.
8. Wipe the valve and wall down with a damp cloth and remove any debris left behind.
9. Lubricate the valve body with a waterproof lubricant.
10. Reassemble the valve and restore the power to the spa.
11. Check the Top Side display and adjust for time.

Priming The Pump

Every so often after a spa is filled or refilled a
pump is operating but the water is not flowing from any of its jets. This is a sign that the pump
did not properly prime.

To correct, please perform the following:
1. Turn off the power to the spa.
2. Remove the front cabinet panel.
3. Turn the power back on and locate the pump by listening to the pumps and cycling them to determine which pump is not primed.
4. Turn the power back off.
5. Locate the union on the top of the pump and loosen it to allow the air to escape. When water begins to flow out of the union, hand tighten the union.
6. Turn the power back on to the spa. Activate the pump and check to make sure that the union is tight enough to keep from leaking.
7. Reinstall the cabinet panel and adjust the Top Side display for time.

Fountain Jet

1. Remove cover off of Fountatin Jet
2. Using a pair of needle nose pliers pinch the nozzle and pull.
3. Remove bottom of nozzle
4. Using warm soap & water to clean any debris found.
5. Put pieces back together
6. Slide nozzle into jet over the light and push as far as possible.
7. Replace cover back on jet.