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To start with, let\u2019s begin by looking at why you should be draining a hot tub\u2019s water on a regular basis. And as we\u2019ve already hinted at, the reasoning is quite simple \u2013 good hot tub hygiene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At the end of the day maintaining your hot tub\u2019s sanitation levels is vital for keeping bacteria and algae growth to a minimum, which can only be done by changing your water at regular intervals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, there are more reasons to drain a hot tub than the obvious health benefits. It\u2019s also essential for preserving the longevity of your hot tub so that you can enjoy it for many years to come. And by emptying and refilling your spa, you\u2019ll more easily be able to balance your hot tub\u2019s pH levels<\/a>, remove water odour, and reduce limescale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For optimal water levels and to reduce the tedium and expense that comes with carrying out this necessary part of the hot tub maintenance<\/a> process, we recommend emptying your hot tub roughly every quarter, i.e., every 3 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n By doing this, you\u2019ll find that much easier to keep your hot tub healthy and running properly, lengthening its lifespan, and you\u2019ll be soaking in healthy, clean water that\u2019s better for your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n First things first, when it comes to emptying a hot tub, it\u2019s good practice to get into the habit of draining, cleaning, and refilling it correctly to improve the longevity of your spa. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve broken down our steps for emptying a hot tub into the following segments:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ready to start draining a hot tub? Good, then let\u2019s start by making sure you have all the right equipment to ensure you can empty your tub as quickly and seamlessly as possible. We recommend getting hold of the following materials before you start:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once you have these to hand you\u2019re ready to start draining your tub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In order to begin draining a hot tub correctly, you first need to remove all the filters from your tub as well as any stray accessories that may be floating around in the water. That way, you can ensure you flush your hot tub properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Next, once your filters are removed, take your chosen hot tub flush and follow its instructions to begin the flushing process. Do not neglect this step of the hot tub draining process as flushing is essential for clearing away the natural bacterial and biofilm buildup that occurs with regular hot tub use over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And remember, if you want to get the most from flushing your hot tub, we recommend doing the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n After these 30 minutes have passed, you\u2019ll then be ready to begin the hot tub draining process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With your tub fully flushed, it\u2019s finally time to get all that water out of its basin. However, before you drain your hot tub, make sure to turn it off and disconnect the power source by turning off the power from the circuit breaker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From here, you can then drain your hot tub in one of two ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite what you might think, draining your hot tub is not as simple as pulling the plug and letting the water drain out. Instead, you\u2019ll need to drain it slowly and consistently over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n By far the best way to do this is with a submersible pump, one that can be placed directly in your hot tub\u2019s water to pump it into an empty receptacle on the other end. This is particularly useful for indoor hot tubs, or any area where you can\u2019t let water out in the surrounding area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Using a submersible pump is also a really quick and efficient method for draining a hot tub, with some models able to complete the entire draining process in as little as 10 minutes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n So, if you\u2019re lucky enough to own a submersible pump, then you should follow these steps when emptying your hot tub:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although a submersible pump is the fastest way to drain a hot tub, it\u2019s not the only method. And for a cheaper alternative that doesn\u2019t require you to invest in additional draining equipment, you can in fact empty a hot tub using a hose. All you need to do is follow these simple steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n With your hot tub empty, now is a prime opportunity to do a thorough deep clean of all its inside surfaces to remove any mildew, bacteria, sanitiser, and flush residue left behind after the drain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Using a cleaning cloth and some surface cleaner, wipe and scrub away any residue or dirt you find before spraying the whole of your tub and giving it all a vigorous wipe. If you don\u2019t mind getting your feet wet, you may actually want to clean your tub while the water is draining, using the hot tub water to help you clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can then wrap up the cleaning process by wiping down the filter housing and replacing or cleaning your hot tub filters<\/a> before reinserting them to make sure all parts of your hot tub are in tip-top condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Finally, with all your cleaning done, all you need to do to refill your hot tub is to take your garden hose, refill the filter housing and pipes to their maximum level to prevent your hot tub jets from locking<\/a>, and then fill the rest of your hot tub with water to your preferred level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From here, all that\u2019s left to do is balance your hot tub\u2019s pH levels, adjust the water hardness and alkalinity levels, and sanitise the water with hot tub chemicals<\/a> and its water will be safe and ready to bathe in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And with that last point out of the way, you should now have all the information you need for how to drain a hot tub correctly. As we stated earlier, this sort of hot tub maintenance only needs to be done every three months or so, but it\u2019s important to do it right when the time rolls around as part of a proper hot tub care maintenance routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Of course, in order to drain a wanna z hydromasa\u017cem<\/a>, you\u2019ll have to own one first. And if relaxing in spa-levels of comfort and luxury from the warmth of your own home sounds appealing, then look no further than our Platinum Spas hot tub range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From smaller 2-person hot tubs<\/a> to full spa do p\u0142ywania<\/a>, we have a wide range of hot tub options for you to pick from. Browse our online selection today or head to one of our showrooms to view your preferred hot tub in person.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow often should you empty your hot tub?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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1. Check your draining equipment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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2. Remove your hot tub\u2019s filters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3. Flush your hot tub<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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4. Drain your hot tub<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How to drain a hot tub with a pump<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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How to drain a hot tub with a hose<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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5. Clean your hot tub<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
6. Refill your hot tub<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Relax at home with a Platinum Spas hot tub<\/h2>\n\n\n\n