Since ‘freeze damage’ is not covered under the Limited Warranty, we recommend contacting and having a spa professional prepare your spa for winterizing protection. If you live in a climate where winter temperatures are below freezing and power to the spa will be disconnected, follow these procedures for draining:
Winterizing guidelines:
- Add an algaecide to the water and run pumps for half an hour to evenly disperse algaecide.
- Turn off power to the unit at the circuit breaker.
- Drain the spa by attaching a garden hose to the drain and opening the valve. After the spa is empty, remove the hose and leave the drain valve open.
- For freeze protection – Access motor area by removing the outer front panels to the right and left of the controller panel and unscrew the plumbing collars from the pumps. Leave union couplings disconnected. Vacuum out lines with a wet/dry shop vacuum.
- Soak up any excess water that drains from motors and associated plumbing with a towel. Keep water and debris out by covering with a rigid spa cover.
- Before using the spa again, reattach pump couplings, close drain valve, and review filling/startup instructions.
If the spa is to be used during the winter, save energy by turning the temperature down and keeping the spa covered. If the spa reaches freezing temperatures, the main pumps will automatically turn on to circulate the water.
Note: Clearwater Spas utilizes manufacturing methods that make winterization less than ideal for handling cold weather as it creates a risk of freeze damage. It is recommended by Clearwater that the spa be run in Rest Mode as opposed to being winterized. Rest Mode and the Low Range heat setting are the best methods to ensure your spa remains functional and undamaged through the winter months.